i have a scholarship to the university of denver, i love bluegrass music, strong program in what i love (all pros of denver). with boston university, very VERY urban (i love the city life), also very good program (however no scholarship and its EXPENSIVE), and no strong political activist groups. im at a loss. it seems that denver would be the better decisions, but its BOSTON, college capital of the world and an amazing city. what to do? boston or denver? denver or boston?
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Denver does seem to have the winning combination for you.  Start with the scholarship. Nothing is cast in stone.  Change is always a possibility.  :)
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Washington D.C lots of opportunity probably not much cheaper cost of living tho.  Its hard to find that combination that your looking for.  Hey! I just remembered The Golden triangle in North Carolina is great.  That's Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill Where Duke University and University of North Carolina are located.   Beautiful  weather to.  A bit hot in summer but not so cold in the winter.
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I've lived in both places and recommend Wa. it's such a diverse and friendly city and Chicago is neither. Seattle has a marine climate and rarely gets down to freezing. Want snow -ski slopes are 35 miles away--swim, dig clams, parasail 60 miles. Mountain climb, pan for gold, hike, camp 60 miles. Shopping restaurants and seattle center. Winter months has a mist of rain most days--no one pays any attention-not enough to get really wet.Only about 4 months of sunshine. I love Pudget sound and deep sea fishing. The shops and clubs are great on the wharf. Many concerts and the hill is very trendy and appeals to college students.
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Boston is the capital and the largest city. Population: 6,410,000
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I live in a small town in Colorado. I was born in Denver. I have lived in about six different towns but all in Colorado. I would say Colorado is my home.
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I'm not going to sway you to either one, cause I was in the same boat as you not too long ago.  I say look at what major you want to enroll in, and go from there.  Speak to each department head of each school and set up appointments to tour each campus and ask questions.  It's an important decision and one you shouldn't take lightly.  Although I eventually did pick Clemson, I did consider both before choosing.  I did all the leg work and homework for each school before I actually enrolled.  I also had people in my ear telling me which school I should go to from each respective university.  I had to put their opinions on the backburner and decide what was best for me.  good luck on your decision!!
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well in denver the city is very spread out and the mass transit has not caught up to the growth that we have experienced. i would move as close to your job as you can. the smaller towns do offer some wonderful views and great lifestyle but it seems that many have caught on to this idea and traffic can be horrible. another thing you have to take into account is that if you are coming from a bigger city you will not have as many options for night life. many things close at 2:00am and we have blue light laws which limit the sale of bottles of alcohol and we have 3.2 beer so you have to watch for those things when you move to a new city.
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There is really no way of answering this without more information.\n\nWhy don't both of you (separately) write a list of things you want in a city.  Consider aspects like size, climate, culture, sports and recreation, distance from friends and family, higher education, crime level, etc. and then compare your lists.  From these you can narrow your choices down.\n\nActually, I admire what you are doing.  It will be an adventure as well as a new beginning.  How exciting for you both!
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Ok, here's the scoop.  The difference between Smith and Wellesley is precisely reflected in the difference between the cities of Northampton and Wellesley, MA.\n\nIf you've visited, you know exactly what I mean.  Northampton is, well, "crunchier," and more eclectic, and Wellesley is, well, "smoother," and a bit more mainstream.\n\nBoth schools are fantastic, with great professors, gorgeous campuses, superb intellectual environments, and diverse social opportunities.\n\nHere's my best advice:  Check out the website below.  Search each college's name, and read the discussion boards.  That should help.  \n\n(I'm a Seven Sisters grad myself [Vassar], and know these colleges very well, from visits and from the experiences of many friends and colleagues.  Personally, I'm slightly partial to Smith.  Their campus is just so lovely.)
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Westminster is better. Its more academic. Eton's a name because the moneyed elite want to send ther children to school with the Royals. My friend went to Westminster and he got the top first in his university.
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Mac has traditionally had a strong Business program, York is better know of their Humanities.\n\nIf you are thinking getting a job in the business world, Mac is the place to go.
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From what I've heard, William and Mary is a very academic place where many people are working hard to do well in their chosen fields.  I would guess this is most apparent in the dorms, with some people wanting to work and some (probably less) wanting to party.  There is a Greek life (see below), but it doesn't seem to be as popular as on a campus like UVA.  As for parties, there are probably some, but they're probably not as easy to find as in a place like Virginia Tech (partly due to the sheer volume of people).  I hear bars close early and there aren't many.  Sports are probably easier to get into since it's not as competitive as bigger schools.  There are tradeoffs to going to a college with an excellent academic program, so you should decide what is more important to you--going to a school that has great academics, or going to a school that has a great campus life.  Many would say that if you have the ability to go to a more highly ranked college you should take it, but that is a choice that you need to make yourself.  There is something about watching huge college football games with thousands of students or meeting all kinds of different people with different non-academic interests that really energizes some people.
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I think that they are both great bands.  They differ a bit in style.  Boston had a more full sound with the layered guitars and organs.  Journey had a great sound too but was more lyrical.  \n\nAgain, they are great bands.  I wish I would have had a chance to have seen them in their hey day.  I was too young.
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Harvard is preppy and MIT is nerdy. I'd go with MIT because geeks are cool!
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I did, and I had a GREAT time!!! I suggest visiting the campus first, before you decide to go there. Talk to students. Spend a FEW DAYS in the area. Find out what people do and how easy it is to get around, etc. Also, pick up real estate brochures, etc. It may be cheaper to live OFF campus. It was for me! Seriously, go check out the campus and talk to the people there. If you like it, go for it. If you don't like it, go somewhere you do like.
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It's worth going to London for any reason.  For your particular interests, London is a major financial hub, a world player in technology and education, and friendly to peoples of different backgrounds and nationalities.  Learning new tech skills, in English, in an evironment that fosters learning and presents opportunities for future career applications?  It would definitely help.  As for costs, do your research on Yahoo before you go so that you can look into affordable courses, scholarship possibilities, and affordable housing.
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It is a big decision, and one you shouldn't take lightly. Before listing your options, answer a few questions:\n\n1) What do I want to study?\n2) How far away from home do I want to be?\n3) Do I want to go to a a college in a small town, or a big city?\n\nThe first question is important because some colleges have better departments that teach those subjects.  If you want to study mathematics or computer science, Georgetown probably isn't as strong as MIT.  Likewise, if you want to study Oceanography, Nebraska probably won't have as detailed and high-quality of a program as a school on the coast of Florida, California, or Texas would.  If you have a subject that you really want to pursue as a career, talk to a guidance counselor or a favorite teacher to see if they have any suggestions.\n\nDuring your freshman year, you WILL get homesick. If you're the type of person that needs to see familiar sites, going to a school across the country isn't a good idea.  On the other hand, if you think your parents would constantly drive to see you if you lived across town, you might want to consider a school in a different city, part of your state, or another state.\n\nFinally, you won't stay on campus all of the time - if you want to get out on a regular basis, you might want to choose a school in a larger city.  However, people in small towns might be easier going and easier to deal with.\n\nOnce again, it's not an easy decision. DON'T base your decision on where your friends or boyfriends/girlfriends/crushes are going - you will make an entirely new set of friends in college, and you'll also get a MUCH clearer picture of the kind of person you are. \n\nGood luck, and whatever YOU decide, it's the right decision!