I have been a lurker for a few months, but I now need the help of those on
this list. I need to make my college decision extremely soon (April 21) and
I am torn. I am between the University of Richmond and St. Olaf. I still
need to visit the University of Rochester, but I would have to absolutely
have to fall in love with it to go there, which will probably not happen.
Thus, I am between the other two. I am interested in Chemistry and music,
and all of these schools have their ups and downs. University of Richmond
has given me more money, so they would be $2,500 cheaper every year, plus it
would have lower travel expenses than St. Olaf. St. Olaf also has many
requirements, and I don't know how difficult it would be to double major.
Other students do it, but I don't know if it is in these areas. Chemistry
has labs, music has lessons and musical groups; so these two areas will be
very time demanding.
Unfortunately I just enjoy too much. I would also love to continue drama
and viola if I have time. I think I would probably have more time for these
activities if I go to Richmond, but I'm not sure if it is worth it since St.
Olaf has such a good music program and probably slightly better chemistry as
well. I might have a more enjoyable experience at Richmond, unless I am
going to worry about whether I would have had a better education at St. Olaf.
I also suppose I am worried that I don't know enough about the music program
at the University of Richmond, especially the vocal program. Right now I am
trying to weigh the pros and cons. If anyone can give me and information or
useful opinions about these schools or ways to research them more in depth, I
would greatly appreciate it.
Christy
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