Would I fit in?

ready2go2
Sun, 04 Mar 2012 18:41:33 +0000

“because of the level of prestige and the beautiful campus, as well as the incredible financial aid (my family doesn’t have much money).”

This describes probably the majority of top 25 schools in America, so I think maybe you should look at other schools that meet such a description minus the possibly intimidating social scene. (ex WUSTL, Duke, Rice, Emory)

As a junior you have plenty of time to do plenty of research on schools and you will soon find your perfect fit. Although it seems that Vanderbilt is an option, it does not seem like it is your #1, especially since you are expressing concerns in fit.

I suggests fleshing out what you are really looking for within a school besides prestige, financial aid and beauty, because these traits generally go hand in hand for the top schools. Perhaps specific majors, specific locations, specific size, specific social scene should help you find a better #1?