Please Help Me With My College Decision

DoctaDoolittle
Sun, 30 Mar 2014 13:14:07 +0000

I am from South Florida, and my two college options right now (based on preference and affordability) are the University of Florida and William and Mary.

I was dead set on Florida, but over the last few days I have had somewhat of a change of heart. I am really beginning to think that William and Mary might be better for me.

First off, I really am a go-getter and I am extremely motivated to do well in college. I want to do something in the corporate finance world, so internships, post-undergrad employment, and graduate school (specifically MBA) placement are very important to me. Does anyone have knowledge of William and Mary’s “rank” in the realm of finance.

Next, a large part of my success in high school was a close relationship with my guidance counselor who helped me with planning, problems I had in and out of school, and just being there to help with any of my academic and career interests. This is a big point driving me toward picking W&M…I feel like everything becomes more personal there - from teachers to advisors. Can anyone confirm or comment on this?

A driving factor toward UF was the party aspect. I want to make sure I have a social life, and I don’t want to be around a bunch of “awkward” kids. From my research, many have said that W&M has an awkward student body and a non-focus on social life. I don’t necessarily believe that. I would consider myself a normal kid - - I really did get along with all types of people in HS, but my best friends were not into academics like I was. Can anyone comment on the social/party life at WM. I am sure that there are groups for me, and the greek life seems to be great as well…but I would just like to hear from people at the college.

And lastly, UF and WM are on opposite ends of the spectrum size-wise. I feel, however, that I would have my own little world at each school - comprised of a fraternity, classes, and organizations that I join. I still am nervous about the small size, though.

Any help would be greatly appreciated, and I apologize for the long post…but I want as much info as possible. Thank you!!