NYU vs. Binghamton

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Tue, 16 Dec 2014 18:19:50 +0000

NYU’s program is ranked 5th compared to Binghamton’s 113 (USN). One shows up in Best 10 lists and one does not make it into the top 100. In business and finance, the school does matter. But as people often point out, you should probably make you decision based on the full range of factors that impact on student life. The price differential is high but that isn’t the only difference.Binghamton has a clearly defined campus compared to NYU being smack NYC without a defined campus. If you love NYC and can afford it, spending 4 years in its midst can’t be beat. That is especially true if you are thinking of living there in the future. College gives you a chance to sample it. But many people like schools with a well defined campus and a more serene location. Check out how students proceed through the program. Do they like it and stay or do they leave? NYU’s 1st year retention rate is in the low 90’s but their 4 year graduation rate is only about 77% (the 6 year graduation rate is in the low 90s). That seems low for such a highly rated school. So, look beyond the ratings to all the factors that can impact on your college years. Also check ou t Business Insider for ratings and information.