lhmcjen wrote:
JD04 - What did you hate so much about Darden?
Let me clarify:
It sucked
relative to Fuqua, Tuck and Wharton (the other schools I visited)
At Darden, everyone seemed less cool, less smart, less motivated, and they looked like they were having A LOT less fun. I could have just come on a bad day, but it was enough to convince me I didn't want to spend the time/$ on the app, b/c I knew if it was my only admit, I wouldn't go.
On the other hand, I happen to know two recent Darden alums, and they are totally awesome, bright and motivated people.
I might be giving Darden an unfair assessment (based on only one trip), but it
is a data point. It might also reflect how much I liked the other three schools. Not sure...you decide.
Additionally, while the people were really nice, I am not a big fan of Charlottesville or "hick-ville USA" in general. I know what you're thinking: "Then JD04, why Duke?" The research triangle has a totally different feel than the rest of the south, IMO.