<p>For what it’s worth, the people at the NU cc thread were particularly brutal, but they make some valid points. People who are filthy filthy filthy rich have a hard enough time getting their own kids into a school, let alone a perfect stranger and with a free ride. This story sounds rather bizarre to me too and I agree with CMUGUY who was much kinder in his speculation than the people at the NU cc thread were to you.</p>
<p>In any event, if it is true- this is a no brainer- NU over CMU for premed and chemistry. Throwing in the free ride and that someone has stuck out their neck for you, you are IMHO obligated to take that ride-- you have won an ally-- don’t mess it up by not going to NU.
NU is an outstanding institution and Evanston is a really nice place to be. Besides, if you hate it, then come back to CMU. You should go visit NU regardless of the threats your parents have made (I suspect it’s b/c of the $800 deposit).<br>
You should go to NU - even if you didn’t visit. If you were happy with the size of CMU you will feel the same way about NU. Why not check in with the minority student groups there and see how you feel about the diversity on the campus-- since you already attended COD here.
If you want to be doctor – NU all the way. No brainer.</p>