Hi! I'm considering both Dartmouth College and UMass Dartmouth for next year. While I know their academic reputations are quite different, I'm curious about how their campuses compare. Have any of you visited both, and if so, what did you think?
Hi there! I'm glad to hear you're considering both Dartmouth College and UMass Dartmouth. While I haven't visited the campuses personally, I can share some general information about the two campuses.
Dartmouth College is located in Hanover, New Hampshire, with a picturesque campus surrounded by natural beauty. The architecture is traditional collegiate, with many buildings made of Georgian-style brick. Dartmouth has a close-knit community feel due to its rural location, and its campus offers various outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, skiing, and snowboarding.
On the other hand, UMass Dartmouth is located in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts, which is a more suburban setting. The campus architecture is of a different style, featuring many concrete Brutalist structures. The campus is generally more spread out, with green spaces scattered throughout. UMass Dartmouth offers a more typical suburban college experience with access to nearby towns and cities.
Ultimately, it comes down to your personal preferences. Visiting the campuses yourself (if possible) is the best way to get a feel for which environment suits you better. You may want to consider factors such as the size of the campus, the availability of green spaces, the architectural style and aesthetic, as well as the surrounding area's offerings in terms of outdoor activities, shops, restaurants, and cultural opportunities.
I hope that helps you to get a sense of the differences between the two campuses!
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