Virginia Tech and Clemson

KandKsmom
Thu, 13 Sep 2012 08:18:57 +0000

We looked at Clemson a few years ago with our son and found it to be very similar to VT in many ways. He, too, liked Tech more (we did also as it was In State ) Both are great land grant universities, both have great engineering programs as well as many other strong fields in case a student decides to change majors. Strong school spirit for each.

He/We thought Tech had a bit of an edge in the aesthetics of its campus. It seemed more cohesive with the academic buildings on one side of the drill field and the dorms on the other. We like the mountainous surroundings of VT, too. Socially, my s isn’t much into parties, either, and he has found several groups to join and be happy. There is something for everyone there, really, and the kids on each of the campuses seem very content. The excellence of the food at VT is legendary. Just was ranked again in the top 2 in the country.

I think VT may have the edge regarding certain engineering disciplines, but hopefully you can find out more about which ones given your son’s interests. VT will be opening a beautiful new state of the art engineering building in the next couple of years. It should be amazing and offer students a wonderful opportunity for their studies.

Clemson definitely has the edge with weather, though. Blacksburg can be a bit bleak with clouds and rain during the winter months, so there is that. (I guess if one is feeling the weather blues, you can go find good comfort food to eat! :))

Anyway, hopefully more folks will chime in. Your son would do well at either place! Good luck to you both!