Vassar or Skidmore?

Petrogradian
Mon, 18 Apr 2011 09:03:19 +0000

Regarding your son’s curricular interests, I think he’ll find an interesting fit at Skidmore - sociology, psychology, theater and radio are all well-covered there. Regarding the towns, Saratoga has a wonderful downtown and a level of community sophistication stemming from 150 years as a high-end summer destination (horse racing, performing arts center, gilded-age casino).

Saratoga is also part of the Albany capital region, and so is part of that larger community with the associated resources. While I’ve spent little time in Poughkeepsie, my sense is that it is somewhat isolated because it’s a little too far from NYC or Albany.
Albany airport is covered by all major carriers with reasonable frequency, whereas Stewart has struggled to maintain even limited service.