Need some advice- amherst academics

Colleges & Universities Amherst College
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<p>well, I am an international transfer student and I have just received a "full ride " from amherst, but…
I don’t know what to do since I have also been accepted to a new, ambitious german university (founded in 1998). I want to get in a very good science grad school, to stay in a laboratory at least half of my life (dexter is one of my idols :P) and I am not sure about the academics level of amherst, especially of the strength of the chemistry/physics/math dept.<br>
please do comment. </p>

<p>thanks.</p>

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<p>Is that new, ambitious German university IUB or IUG?</p>

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<p>IUB seemed to be sending materials actively to a lot of students every year.</p>

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<p>I don’t know specifically about Amherst’s science depts, but it is a very highly regarded LAC and if you do well there, you will definitely get in to a top grad school in your field. An American graduate degree will still do more for you worldwide than a German one will. And perfecting your English wil probably do more for you professionally than perfecting your German. Your life will also be more comfortable and hassle free at a private institution like Amherst-- a German university is likely to leave you more to your own devices.</p>

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<p>yes, it was IUB
and yes, I will attend Amherst. yeee! I guess its reputation has a solid ground…
thanks guys!</p>

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<p>hey, check out the amherst class of 2009 group - the link to the site is in my profile.</p>