<p>The overall experience at US colleges is different as well. With the exception of the HUGE state flagships, most US colleges are very small by comparison to Canadian schools. In Canada a LOT of students commute. Its just not at all the same social experience. Most Canadian schools are large and urban. That is fine if that is what you want out of a college experience. But if you want something more warm and fuzzy and close knit, then the US has the advantage.</p>