All Ivy League Colleges

Hello! I'm trying to get a solid grasp of all the Ivy League colleges that are out there. Is there anybody who could give me a brief overview of each? Pros and cons maybe?

Sure, I'd be happy to help! Here's a quick overview:

1. Brown University: Brown is known for its open curriculum, which allows students considerable flexibility in shaping their education. They don't have general education requirements. This also means that students at Brown need to be comfortable with shaping their own path.

2. Columbia University: Located in NYC, Columbia offers a great blend of an urban campus with traditional campus structures. Its Core Curriculum ensures a wide breadth of knowledge. However, some students find the Core Curriculum restrictive or rigid.

3. Cornell University: Known for its strong programs in subjects like Engineering and Hotel Management, it's the largest Ivy and offers a vast array of academic opportunities. Its rural Ithaca setting, however, may not suit everyone.

4. Dartmouth College: Dartmouth excels at undergraduate teaching and offers a close-knit, rural campus experience, with house communities for all students. However, Dartmouth's location can feel isolated to some.

5. Harvard University: Harvard offers unparalleled resources and brand recognition. On the reverse, its large size means it may not be the best fit for students looking for smaller class sizes and more individual attention.

6. Princeton University: Known for its strong undergraduate focus, beautiful campus, and generous financial aid. Its senior thesis requirement may seem burdensome to some.

7. University of Pennsylvania (UPenn): Globally acclaimed for business (Wharton School) and nursing, UPenn has a pre-professional culture and an urban Philadelphia setting which works well for some but not all.

8. Yale University: Renowned for its residential college system, exceptional humanities programs, and vibrant arts scene. The mandatory dining plan for freshmen and sophomores can be seen as con due to additional costs.

Remember, the best way to evaluate which college is right for you can depend greatly on your specific academic interests, environmental preferences, extracurricular interests, and other factors, not just reputation alone. Whether any particular "pro" or "con" is truly a positive or negative aspect is really dependent on the individual! It can be helpful to take the time to visit these colleges if possible or, at the very least, do an in-depth online tour and read student reviews.