Choosing Colleges in America

[xxemo_kittyxx]

I am in the midst of choosing my colleges right now. Initially I was hoping to go to England or Australia because I am doing GCE A Levels and both countries accept the qualification, but deep down I have always wanted to go to the US for college. Unfortunately my parents cannot afford the tuition and from what I know, it is very difficult to obtain a scholarship to US universities. I was in the school guidance counselor's office earlier today and I found out that someone from my school got scholarships to four US colleges and they were from really pretigious ones, like Stanford and Princeton. So then I thought, if he can do it, why can't I? Right now I am having trouble deciding which colleges to apply to. My parent would naturally expect me to go to one with a good academic reputation but I am counting more on their teaching methods and whether the music scene around the area is good or not, since one of my motivations to study in America is so that I can take part in the music scene there as well.

[sarahbell1219]

To be perfectly honest, the only difference between Princeton and a state university is the people who you will meet. For the most part, you are going to get the same education.

[xxemo_kittyxx]

I don't exactly expect to go to Princeton, I'm just looking for ideas on which colleges I should apply to.

[killerswells]

To be perfectly honest, the only difference between Princeton and a state university is the people who you will meet. For the most part, you are going to get the same education.

thats not true. it really depends on what she wants to study that determines which schools offer better programs. say perhaps, she wanted to study music business, a program at someplace other than princeton or any other ivy league school would most likely be much better.

but, i have always been a huge supporter of the saying "college is whatever you put into it". if you work hard and get involved, you will meet a ton of people and have a great experience. if you just coast through college you will graduate, but with no networks and end up with an entry level job.

[killerswells]

I don't exactly expect to go to Princeton, I'm just looking for ideas on which colleges I should apply to.

it would help if you gave us a list of possible majors you are interested in.

[xxemo_kittyxx]

Psychology, prefferably one that offers music psychology as an elective/core subject.

[killerswells]

Psychology, prefferably one that offers music psychology as an elective/core subject.

I just did a quick search and found on this on wikipedia.

Music psychology (including music perception, music cognition, and music performance research) is studied and researched at the following universities and music academies:


USA : Northwestern, University of Oregon, University of Texas at San Antonio, Stanford, UCLA, Ohio State School of Music, Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester, University of Arkansas, Florida State University

I took psychology as well, and really enjoyed it. Any questions just ask.

[xxemo_kittyxx]

Where did you take your degree?

I already looked at that wiki page, it seems like it hasn't been updated for a while because I did opened a few other university pages that offers the subject that isn't mentioned there. I'm also looking for a university with a good music scene nearby.

[killerswells]

I took my degree at the University of South Florida. It is one of the largest universities in the US. The psychology program was just ok, but the school itself was fun. I mainly went there to play sports.

Also, any university that you go to in a larger city will have a good music scene. Meaning, there will be alot of concerts, local bands, and venues. I have a feeling when you say music scene you mean professionals in music business though. Am I correct?

[xxemo_kittyxx]

Also, any university that you go to in a larger city will have a good music scene. Meaning, there will be alot of concerts, local bands, and venues. I have a feeling when you say music scene you mean professionals in music business though. Am I correct?

By that I mean a community of both musicians and music listeners. Kinda like a place where there will be both lots of concerts and lots of good local bands.

[killerswells]

By that I mean a community of both musicians and music listeners. Kinda like a place where there will be both lots of concerts and lots of good local bands.

Well that will be any major city with a university.

I think what you need is to find some schools you like, with the programs you desire. Then maybe I can help you find out if the music scenes there are good or not. To be honest though, almost all universities will have a lot of concerts, and a lot of music events happening.

[Misstamara]

COME 2 AUSTRALIA!
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[xxemo_kittyxx]

COME 2 AUSTRALIA!
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ahahahaha that depends on what I get on my A Levels. How's the music there?

[cantnokdahustle]

How many times must this be said? Austin is the live music capital of the world (well, so says they, anyway.), and they back it up quite nicely.

oh, and The Onion is still in print here!

[Misstamara]

ahahahaha that depends on what I get on my A Levels. How's the music there?
Friggin awseum !!! I love it :]

[xxemo_kittyxx]

How many times must this be said? Austin is the live music capital of the world (well, so says they, anyway.), and they back it up quite nicely.

oh, and The Onion is still in print here!

What's The Onion?

[sarahbell1219]

thats not true. it really depends on what she wants to study that determines which schools offer better programs. say perhaps, she wanted to study music business, a program at someplace other than princeton or any other ivy league school would most likely be much better.

but, i have always been a huge supporter of the saying "college is whatever you put into it". if you work hard and get involved, you will meet a ton of people and have a great experience. if you just coast through college you will graduate, but with no networks and end up with an entry level job.

Most state schools give REALLY good programs. Like you said- if she wanted to study music business, the University of Georgia has an outstanding music business program. I know some people who went through it and they are now working at labels, book agencies, ect. It's better to get your undergraduate at a state school for free (depending on your state scholarship program) and then go to an ivy league for your graduate's degree.

[cantnokdahustle]

What's The Onion?


http://www.theonion.com/content/index

[xxemo_kittyxx]

Most state schools give REALLY good programs. Like you said- if she wanted to study music business, the University of Georgia has an outstanding music business program. I know some people who went through it and they are now working at labels, book agencies, ect. It's better to get your undergraduate at a state school for free (depending on your state scholarship program) and then go to an ivy league for your graduate's degree.

I'm not sure if I can pay for free since I'm an international student.

[sarahbell1219]

I'm not sure if I can pay for free since I'm an international student.

Yeah probably not... but you can probably get scholarships for being an international. I think out of state tuition is around $30,000

[xxemo_kittyxx]

Any idea what good universities offer scholarships to International students?