SUNY New Paltz vs SUNY Oneonta

nysmile
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:20:13 +0000

Now that you have the college list narrowed down to 2, it’s time to go back for a second visit ASAP—both schools back-to-back. Make a point to check out the communications facility at both schools.

New Paltz takes a more liberal arts approach with their communications program and works on prepping kids for graduate studies in Communications. Oneonta takes a more traditional approach to their Communications–Mass Media program. They make a point to teach the technical end of communications. If she’s interested in TV/Film, I would recommend the school that has the better equipment, studios, and technical training. Research the Communications major info on the Oneonta and the New Paltz websites.

Go back and visit the schools now. Usually, the second visit is more productive and the student gets a better feel for the campus. Make a point to talk with someone in the Communications dept. Check out the Communications building. Also, consider the surrounding area. See if there are places within walking distance to the campus–places to eat, bars, movie theater, etc. Make sure to consider transportation to and from the campus during the college breaks.