#nyu vs umass amherst (vs cornell)

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gilded apex
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intended major: computer science
career path: software engineering, data science, dont know yet

nyu

  • has been a dream of mine for a long time
  • amazing financial aid, making the coa relatively equal to that of umass
  • committed to earlier today (wanted to wait, but needed to request a waiver for enrollment and housing fees so i needed to call them and wanted to make sure the form was processed on time)
  • higher prestige
  • does location help job placement?

umass

  • better cs ranking
  • traditional college environment
  • close to home

long story short, i'm panicking. i'm both terrified of being in such a big city and worried that i just committed to a worse education and 4 years of an insanely high cost of living. i know i shouldn't get too caught up in the rankings, but its so difficult to find subjective opinions of nyu's cs program because most opinions are in the context of tuition price.

should i try to withdraw and switch to umass while i still have the chance? im just so terrified of setting myself up for failure. i can't tell if i'm just anxious about the future or genuinely regretting my decision.

any opinions would help :) if it helps, im considering taking a gap year regardless. doesnt seem like umass does deferred admission though and i'm scared of going through the admission process again.

(and crossing my fingers for cornell waitlist)

lyric thorn
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NYU is phenomenal. I’m not a CS guy so I wouldn’t be able to compare their programs, but as a NYC resident, NYU is a top tier school. If it has always been your dream, I’d go for it dude

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I promise you, once you start term at NYU and you truly embrace the city, you will absolutely love it

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And won’t think twice about UMass

sharp warren
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you will be able to succeed from both schools, even if Umass has better CS research

upbeat belfry
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^^

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CS isnt rlly prestige dependent

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Go nyu imo

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Live ur dreams live without regrets

jolly fiber
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I committed to williams with the same fears because it's honestly scary

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like the academic environment

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the untraditional college campus to me

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but we both worked hard for these achievements and now they're in our reach!

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if we don't have a little hope at least, how else will we be able to take on these dreams?

gilded apex
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thank you all so much for your support <3 it makes me feel comforted in my choice, and i’m trying to get excited about the future!!

gilded apex
jolly fiber
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GO NYU

teal elk
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I'm a bit late, but I go to NYU, and I'm just rounding up my second year

I can say that the city can be scary and a bit large (especially if you're from a smaller town) but it's something you get used to quickly
Not only that, but you get familiar with the surroundings fast as well, since you'll be in the downtown Manhattan area most of the time (downtown Brooklyn if you're Tandon)
The citymapper app also makes it very easy to navigate subways and busses

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Location and connections you get through NYU could assist you with your job placement

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If youre looking to save money, just don't go to any restaurants / cafes frequently. Although if I'm honest the food here can be a bit mid sometimes and you'll feel an urge to switch dining halls every once in a while. Cool thing is that there's a Dunkin in union that takes meal swipes, so..

tidal crater
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if same finaid go nyu

tidal crater
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W

versed mason
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Go NYU

gilded apex
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i did get cornell!! it feels like the obvious choice, but honestly i still feel super conflicted. i know i’m probably overanalyzing but it seems like all anyone ever says about cornell is that the workload is miserable and everyone is depressed LOL. super scared because my mental health is already terrible + it still kind of hurts to think about leaving behind what i’ve wanted for so long (nyu). still taking a bit of time to think while i wait for my financial aid offer :’)

versed mason
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Is CS in Cornell COE or CAS

gilded apex
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both, but i’m in cas

versed mason
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That’s a good choice

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If fin aid is same then go to Cornell

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The stress is likely exaggerated online

tidal crater
versed mason
tidal crater
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devils advocate but

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this was the top a2c post 💀

versed mason
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Nah people really over exaggerate stuff like this

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Like for CMU SCS there’s people crying online and everyone only sees that, but when you actually talk to people you find out it’s not that bad

tidal crater
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Well I think its just diff people have diff tolerance levels

versed mason
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True

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But I think going to a harder program will give you a certain work ethic and ability for time management that will help in life, so the choice is worth it regardless

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My sister went to Berkeley and same thing happened to her

tidal crater
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I'd try to visit if possible. If finaid is the same I'd go with cornell but if mental health is an issue then always prioritize your wellbeing: cs isnt too prestige dependent

upbeat belfry
tidal crater
upbeat belfry
tidal crater
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like this person did

upbeat belfry
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Bruh

gilded apex
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i can’t drive and no one i know is willing to take me, so i haven’t visited any schools. i really wanted to, and i’m sure that would have made things much easier, but it’s just not possible for me sadly
i hate making decisions </3 but i really appreciate the input! i’m used to the weather, so that common complaint isn’t a huge concern. just trying to balance the desire to be happy and the responsibility that comes with being fgli :’)
hopefully things will become clearer by the time i have to make a final decision

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nyu vs umass amherst (vs cornell)