UNC or NC State?

[rufio]

Help me decide which school to attend to get my bachelor's in English! I'm transferring with my associate's for the fall semester and I'm having a hard time choosing. So I figured I'd ask my Disney friends. Why not? FB is no help at all!

 

[PUSH]

I don't really know much about either, but there are numerous things to consider. Does one cost more? Is one a longer commute? Does one offer better courses than the other?

Sorry, I'm no real help.

 

[englanddg]

UNC - Chapel Hill is ranked #15 in the country for it's Humanities/English programs.
UNC - Greensboro is ranked #82
NC State isn't even ranked (for these programs)...

 

[rufio]

I don't really know much about either, but there are numerous things to consider. Does one cost more? Is one a longer commute? Does one offer better courses than the other?

Sorry, I'm no real help.

I'm using the GI Bill so cost is not a problem.

UNC will be an hour commute for the first 6 months due to living arrangements, while State would be about 30-40 minutes.

No clue, but I know UNC is ranked higher. I'm easily intimidated.

 

[disneysince71]

This is hard... Good luck.. I guess we are neighbors.. we are in Wilmington also!!!!

 

[rufio]

This is hard... Good luck.. I guess we are neighbors.. we are in Wilmington also!!!!

No way, really?! How are we just finding this out now?

 

[disneysince71]

This is hard... Good luck.. I guess we are neighbors.. we are in Wilmington also!!!!

My son is headed to ECU and my daughter to UNCW.. but if they are lucky enough to make it to either of those I am sure it would be state...

 

[disneysince71]

No way, really?! How are we just finding this out now?

I am not sure... "its a small world after all"

 

[Dad 2 M & M]

UNC is held in higher regard and would be very impressive! Both have a nice campus, but Chapel Hill has that small town feel. State is a short hop from downtown Raleigh and the area seems a little "busier". If academics make a difference, go with UNC.

I didn't realize Chapel Hill and State were that far apart....

 

[StarWarsGirl]

i just spent time picking the right college. I picked based on campus visits (I liked the one I chose best) finances (though it wasn't the cheapest, scholarships made it feasible) and programs (very career-oriented, which is what I was looking for). I would suggest you visit both campuses (if time allows, that pesky May 1 deadline is coming), look at the finances, and look at the programs they offer. If one is a better fit than the other, go for it. Also decide if you're willing to commute.

 

[George]

Visit both programs and talk to professors and students....Comfort level is super important.

 

[Uncle Remus]

A UNC diploma looks nicer on the wall.

 

[rufio]

i just spent time picking the right college. I picked based on campus visits (I liked the one I chose best) finances (though it wasn't the cheapest, scholarships made it feasible) and programs (very career-oriented, which is what I was looking for). I would suggest you visit both campuses (if time allows, that pesky May 1 deadline is coming), look at the finances, and look at the programs they offer. If one is a better fit than the other, go for it. Also decide if you're willing to commute.

Visit both programs and talk to professors and students....Comfort level is super important.

I actually won't be able to visit until after the deadline for UNC! I live a couple hours away and am currently in school and all booked up til the week I'm going to see my brother graduate! He is going with me the day before to see the campus. Unfortunately, that's May 16th and I have to make a decision by May 15th. That's why I've been asking around for opinions!

A UNC diploma looks nicer on the wall.

That's what I was thinking!

 

[StarWarsGirl]

I actually won't be able to visit until after the deadline for UNC! I live a couple hours away and am currently in school and all booked up til the week I'm going to see my brother graduate! He is going with me the day before to see the campus. Unfortunately, that's May 16th and I have to make a decision by May 15th. That's why I've been asking around for opinions!

Some schools offer a virtual tour. Check out the website to see if they do. I wasn't looking at schools in that area, so I have no opinion! May 16th? I have to make a decision by May 1st! Thankfully I already have, but still...

 

[Sans Souci]

I'm using the GI Bill so cost is not a problem.

UNC will be an hour commute for the first 6 months due to living arrangements, while State would be about 30-40 minutes.

No clue, but I know UNC is ranked higher. I'm easily intimidated.

If you really want to go to UNC, but you feel intimidated; don't be. You've submitted your app, they reviewed it and decided you've got what it takes to hang. If you decide not to accept, will you regret it later? Your experiences as a Vet can serve you well in classroom discussions. You will have a different perspective on things and other students can learn from you. I went to grad school with Vets and the things they talked about absolutely amazed me.

And you know what? It's good to get out of your comfort zone and be amongst people who can challenge you slightly. It forces you to raise your game, but that also gives you an edge.