what the difference between private university stanford and public university like UCLA?

Question

I know private have smaller classes. They also have kind of religious affiliation. you pay more at ptivate. But is the difference really in education and all that

Answer 1

Private universities tend to cater to the elite class, so your fellow classmates are likely to come from a background of money and/or power, meaning you'll have a better chance of making connections with the rich and powerful. Private universities also tend to produce ambitious individuals who are more likely to be entrepreneurs.

Public universities tend to be more liberal and social conscious. Individuals working at nonprofit organizations are more likely products of public universities (like Berkeley). Public universities also tend to produce individuals who can play by the rules and rise thru the ranks.

But these are sort of an overarching generalization that don't apply to everyone and the experiences will vary depending on the student.

Answer 2

Besides class sizes and taking religious courses, $$$$$. Public universities receive monies from the state government, therefore that helps keep tuition lower. There is a certain amount of prestige with private schools, but most employers don't care. You will find that there are some employers that only hire graduates from certain institutions. You will need to take classes in religion at a religious affiliated university. When I have spoken with coworkers that are going for graduate school, our classes are exactly the same!

Answer 3

To have a degree from Stanford vs. UCLA is a little more eye-catching. However, that isn't specific to private schools. I attended a private school, but not many people have heard of it (University of New Haven). The only difference I saw was the price! :) I even had better teachers at a public school.

Answer 4

No, public universities get some funding from the government and private do not. Admissions have nothing to do with whether a school is private or public.

Answer 5

A motivated student can get a good education at either type of institution. I graduated from state Universities, but a friend who was all Ivy League says that it took her years to realize that state educated people were every bit as smart as Ivy League educated ones.

Either institution can have good or bad instructors/professors, it is really kind of a crap shoot, but if you find yourself with a bad teacher, just resolve to learn it anyway. One of life's best lessons.

Answer 6

there are different sources of financial aid for public vs private univs.

Answer 7

the price tag

Answer 8

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