Cornell($$$) v NYU($)
Posted: Wed Apr 20, 2011 1:47 pm
So I've narrowed down my options to these two school, and while I'm extremely lucky to be able to have said options, I would appreciate wisdom from the TLS community. I've gone through the various threads discussing the pros and cons of virtually paying sticker at a top 6, but most of the discussion seems to derive from the absence of other options.
My preferences:
1. At the moment, I'm set on biglaw/judicial clerkship
2. Pretty debt averse
3. Would ideally like to return to Texas, but wouldn't mind living in New York one bit
4. Life outside of the school
Financial Aid:
NYU = $25k (COA ~ $190k)
Cornell = $90k (COA ~ $120k)
When I visited Cornell, I loved the place and would have 0 problem living in Ithaca, so that isn't a major concern. On the other hand, I won't have the opportunity of visiting NYU and will have to go on gut instinct alone. From an outside view though, I think I would enjoy NYU's variety of classes, interdisciplinary studies, and proximity to employment opportunities.
Appreciate any feedback. Thanks!
My preferences:
1. At the moment, I'm set on biglaw/judicial clerkship
2. Pretty debt averse
3. Would ideally like to return to Texas, but wouldn't mind living in New York one bit
4. Life outside of the school
Financial Aid:
NYU = $25k (COA ~ $190k)
Cornell = $90k (COA ~ $120k)
When I visited Cornell, I loved the place and would have 0 problem living in Ithaca, so that isn't a major concern. On the other hand, I won't have the opportunity of visiting NYU and will have to go on gut instinct alone. From an outside view though, I think I would enjoy NYU's variety of classes, interdisciplinary studies, and proximity to employment opportunities.
Appreciate any feedback. Thanks!