Hey everyone, I was wondering if you could help me find out which Ivy League schools have the largest student populations and campus sizes? I want to make sure I end up at a place that fits my preference for a bigger school vibe.
Sure! In terms of undergraduate student populations among the Ivy League schools, the three largest are:
1. Cornell University - With around 15,000 undergraduate students, Cornell is by far the largest Ivy League university in terms of student population. The campus is also spread across 2,300 acres in Ithaca, New York, which gives the school a spacious feel despite the large number of students.
2. University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) - UPenn, located in Philadelphia, is the second-largest when it comes to student population, with approximately 10,000 undergraduate students. Though the campus size is smaller than Cornell's at around 300 acres, the urban setting provides a lively atmosphere.
3. Columbia University - Based in New York City, Columbia has about 6,200 undergraduate students, making it the third-largest Ivy League university by undergraduate population. The campus is significantly smaller than Cornell and UPenn's, at around 36 acres, but it's located in the vibrant Morningside Heights neighborhood of Manhattan, so New York City is right at your fingertips.
These are the largest Ivy League schools by student population, but I highly recommend visiting each campus or taking virtual tours to better understand the vibe and atmosphere for yourself, as their overall cultures can still be quite different. And make sure to also consider their academic and extracurricular offerings when deciding which one is the best fit for you. Best of luck with your college search!
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