i'm really interested in NU, especially the Medill school of journalism, but I'm not sure if i should go there. I've heard that the party scene is weak, and people don't really have a social life.
What percentage of their graduates get a job after college?
2006-12-03 09:20:32 · 5 answers · asked by hop_town08 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Northwestern is an excellent school. You should read up on it in the Fiske Guide to Colleges, whatever the latest edition is. You can find it at the library. Go to Northwestern's website to learn the statistics about graduates getting a job, etc. My guess is that the academics are top-notch and that the "social" and "quality of life" rankings are "average." I'm sure there are plenty of parties and nice people. I think you should pick your college primarily on the academics particularly as it relates to you major and interests. Of course, if you can't abide cold weather/snow, then Northwestern wouldn't be for you.
2006-12-03 09:28:05 · answer #1 · answered by Shars 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try buying the College Confidential copy about Northwestern.
I've partied at NU before; I remember very little.
2006-12-04 17:26:13 · answer #2 · answered by Eve 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
medill's a tough school to get into, and once you're there you'll have to work hard, but if you want a party you will have no problem finding one. i don't know where you got your opinion, but there's a VERY active social scene.
check their website for more information.
2006-12-03 17:59:28 · answer #3 · answered by donlockwood36 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not known for geniuses, but well known for ambitious hard-workers. More career-minded than other top schools. Lots of "Sally" characters from the movie "When Harry Met Sally" (Meg Ryan).
"Canoe Girl" went to Northwestern. The TV reporter paddling in a canoe in ankle-deep waters as two workers walked right in front of the camera! LOL
2006-12-03 17:47:20 · answer #4 · answered by Mr. Wilford 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
My husband went there for his undergraduate work and got a degree in teaching. He never complained and seemed to have a healthy social life.
Besides, I lived near Evanston, IL for almost 2 years! It's not that bad!
Good luck to you!
2006-12-03 17:31:20 · answer #5 · answered by T.a.r.a. 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋