I have it narrowed down to two out of state universities that i want to go to: University of Alabama Birmingham and Auburn University. I want to go for Marine Biology. Does anyone have any personal experiences with either, which has the better campus, etc? Any help is appreciated. Thanks
2006-11-29 02:17:19 · 3 answers · asked by need4speed 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I have been accepted to both,i have a 3.452 and a 26 on the ACT
2006-11-29 02:18:39 · update #1
My advice to prospective students is always the same -- go to the best school that you get into. In this case, Auburn dominates.
Auburn is considered one of the best universities in the South. US News ranks it 88th nationally (which is actually quite high).
UAB is not as selective. It is ranked as a third tier university -- which is respectible, but not in the same league as Auburn.
You will probably get a better education at Auburn, and will almost certainly get a better job when you graduate. If you decide to do graduate work after getting your degree, an Auburn degree will do more for you than a UAB degree.
Friends who went ot Auburn had good experiences there.
2006-11-29 03:37:57 · answer #1 · answered by Ranto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No personal experience but my friend bleeds blue and orange. If you want the experience of a true college town, choose Auburn for sure. Great traditions and a nationally recognized name are definitely better for your future.
2006-11-29 06:03:56 · answer #2 · answered by kramerdnewf 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i did a b.a. at auburn and didn't like it all..the professors are all arrogant and cocky and just talk talk talk...by the way im from portugal and of all the universities i attended during my stay in the usa auburn was definitely the worst.!
2006-11-29 02:21:39 · answer #3 · answered by xicofb 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋