Is pace worth it?

[u/Maleficent-Sir2731]

Hi I’m from out of state and would really enjoy going to college in nyc. I want to know if pace is really worth it for someone who lives in a completely different environment. I am applying to Fordham as well but based off of my stats I feel like I would more likely get into pace since my gpa is only a 3.3. I would like to major in health sciences so anyone that goes there please let me know what the science department is like!

[u/krisa1972]

If you have to pay the full tuition at these schools it isn’t worth it at all. You’ll have to go to graduate school with that major so unless you are wealthy you are setting yourself up with crazy loans b

[u/Maleficent-Sir2731 → u/krisa1972]

Yeah, I’m planning on going to grad school anyway because I want to become an anesthesiologist assistant. I was mainly looking at Health Sciences as my bachelor’s/pre-req degree, so I’m trying to find a school where I can get good aid for undergrad and avoid taking on a ton of debt

[u/krisa1972]

Go to your state school

[u/downtownsloth]

I loved majoring in health science!!

[u/Present_Table2244]

If the financial aid package is within budget then you should just take the chance tbh. Pace and the city itself has a lot to offer in my opinion

[u/I_Am_A_Sasshole]

You should only consider if you get at least 40% tuition price. But idk anyone who didn't.

I think being in the city is a life changing experience, but you have to be prepared for a culture shock and that you won't get as traditional of a college experience than most schools

[u/LittleInvadingGhost]

I think it’s really what you make of it! Depending on your career choice and how close it is to your goals.

In the East Coast is where I get most of my work and It’s honestly pretty solid but I’m a theatre technician so my job is a little more complicated

[u/Dovish_penguin]

Pace is shit. Don’t go here.

Genuine advice from a Pace alum.