<p>Tough decision between the two newjersey17. Pros and Cons are so personal… I’m guessing you are in NJ and can’t go visit easily. You could possibly have your son go to the admitted students day at SMU on 4/7,8 and then to TCU’s admitted student day on 4/11. </p>
<p>A few more thoughts:
*I don’t think SMU is much more selective than TCU. I got my stats from College Board that says SMU accepts 53% of the kids who apply and TCU accepts 59%.
*Freshmen and sophomore are required to live on campus at TCU, which adds to the community spirit.
*TCU has a fantastic football program and are joining the Eastern Conference which means some incredible basketball games will be played on campus (Georgetown, Seton Hall, U Conn). This isn’t important to everyone, but if your son likes sports it might be. SMU has a hard time getting fans out for games.
*The schools seem to have very different personalities although both schools are quite affluent.</p>