Yale vs Stanford

prezbucky
Sat, 23 Apr 2016 20:22:04 +0000

Yep. Four seasons vs. one. It’s almost always sunny at Stanford and there’s far more weather variety at Yale.

As for the focus on undergrad teaching, compare the percentage of undergrads at both schools (percentages of the total student population) – the higher the percentage of undergrads on campus, (likely) the greater the emphasis on them.

Look at the average gen-ed class sizes. Both schools’ classes are likely to shrink markedly as you get into your major, but see which one offers smaller 100- and 200-level classes.

Finally, compare social vibe (party scene), housing, ease of travel on and outside of campus, and cultural environment.