If your stats are typical no way I'd have gotten in these days. this is simply to show that nus law students are a far cry from the usual generalisation that all we do is mug and grind in the CJ Koh library. I’m sure throughout ur life u also didn’t think every lecture u attended was important, so in this context, not every presentation/group work component will be ‘important’ or ‘useful’. Both NUS and SMU offer a wide range of CCAs, and have decent exchange programmes with their own strengths and weaknesses. With the scholarships and financial aid I’ve received, it will be roughly 25k per year for me which is steal. They’ve saved more than enough to pay for SMU but aren’t convinced is worth 72k. In fact, for some mods (eg legal research, which is itself a core double weightage mod [8 MCs]) it's 30% of the grade. Make sure you find the right crowd - create a healthy, non-toxic environment for yourself. do your own solid research, talk to current students and most importantly, trust in your own gut. On the downside, SMU can have quite a toxic/competitive culture, and there are many people who only care about others superficially and/or will only associate with those who can bring benefit to them. The intangible aspects of SMU are the most valuable in my opinion. hmm as for SMU's culture I think it's mostly true, but it could be a stereotype as well. just curious, how many of y’all are choosing SMU law over NUS law? One of the companies I went through recruiting with was Raytheon. Some schools told my college counselor that they were worried I wouldn’t go (yield control). SMU football hasn't been this good since 1984. I majored in finance and applied math, and I ran into them at two job fairs there and personally interviewed with them on campus back in 2015. if you sunk a 1530 i’d suggest going somewhere more high tier unless you’re going for business. But I think that really differs from cohort to cohort. It’s not incredibly hard to get, but worth considering (especially since TYL teaches conflicts). SMU (6-2, 2-2) has played twice since then, but it has come up empty both times despite playing on its own court, falling to then-No. Ultimately, your decision shouldn't be based on the "quality" of the school - which can't really be measured in this case - but on more intangible factors like the school culture, the learning environment, the exposure to opportunities (through CCAs and the like), and how much the professors care about you. I went to a few different schools (grad and undergrad) in different states, and I can say that a big part of how much you enjoy your time there depends on the town that surrounds the school, as much as the school itself. Explore learning culture at SMU Cox. You’ll kindle relationships through dozens of student clubs, speaker series, and mentoring programs — all designed to connect you with the best business minds around the globe. ahh I see! Beautiful campus, affluent but diverse student body, the athletics programs are on the upswing if you love sports. Everything you said is pretty accurate. I actually think that SMU suits my learning style more because I could never ever pay attention in JC in either tutorial or lecture ... so a more engaging learning environment is definitely a big plus for me. Some like them, some hate them. Situated on a tree-lined campus that’s just minutes from the beating heart of Dallas, SMU Cox is a powerful ally for your future. @dg That’s is what everyone says. there are also plenty of pro bono opportunities that are jointly organised by both schools. Thank you for articulating in better words than I ever could about how theres more to choosing a school by rating one as better than another without relating it by personal preferences and interests rather than simply prestige, please, please, please avoid the food at the summit (bukit timah). “Being able to accomplish what we have these last two years says we are getting better as a program,” Dykes said. Will likely visit again with both parents if I get in EA. Both schools have their own strengths. The site may not work properly if you don't, If you do not update your browser, we suggest you visit, Press J to jump to the feed. Feel free to discuss in the comments if u have any concerns.. You definitely won't regret coming here! pro bono opportunities are plenty as well, since like smu, we have compulsory pro bono hours. Can confirm summit food is pretty bad (except for the chicken rice). Ranked No. Foreigners who know that Singapore exists generally know about NUS but not SMU. It made me think, Oh, she did it. The boys usually sport dress shirts with colorful ties and bowties. Ultimately, an SMU business education will equip you with skills to make things happen in any career you choose, and, most importantly, will empower you to be what you want to be. Manager, AT&T. In NUS, you have to bid for conflicts/ICL. New program draws from Cox and Simmons Schools, delivered through SMU Professional and Online DALLAS (SMU) – SMU is proud of its history of developing courses that address student interest in emerging markets. The rest have slowly become seminar-style teaching (whether it's because of the benefits of seminar-style, or simply disagreement between profs, we'll never know lol), some mods have project work; highly dependent on individual profs, presentations: again, highly independent on individual profs. both schools are excellent, and there is no reason to shun from either one just because you hear rumours of a school being too toxic and competitive, or a school being too mugger and no life. For the most part, students are very chill and you'll have no issue making many friends and having a fun social life. “When you take over a program you want to always try and get better. It’s easy to look at posts from myself and Mark and Nabilah and say “Oh these people are jaded yr 3s and yr 4s in school whining.” But no. In terms of the cities, Dallas has MUCH more to do than Waco does. many nus mods are changing to seminar style classes as well. That’s why SMU deferred my early action as well. Afaik, the only compulsory core mods which still work on the lecture/tutorial system are contract, torts, property, constitutional law, and probably evidence law. They build things like missile systems for DoD. You're making an investment. He had recently celebrated his 99th birthday on October 20th and remained active and engaged with family and friends until his passing. My friends in Cox love it, especially the opportunities it presents for internships and jobs in Dallas. With more than 150 student clubs and countless events to be involved in, you can make university days as colourful as you want it. What will likely be the team's second straight 10-win season in more than three decades just happened to come during a pandemic. SMU offers a wide range of Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD degree programmes in the disciplinary areas associated with the six schools, as well as in interdisciplinary combinations of these areas. And how did you get rejected from Cox? Nice work. Seconded! Of course, I have a biased view, but my experience at SMU was very rewarding overall. "Th hollistic SMU BBM programme is relevant and has provided me with a head start for the corporate world. But then again, I prefer cities to small towns. It doesn’t really matter for some, but I’d hate for anyone to go into a school and realise they can’t take an elective in a practice area they are interested in. NUS has a law + forensic science class and minor, NUS Electives: https://law.nus.edu.sg/student_matters/course_listing/courses_disp.asp?MT=LL&Sem=ALL&MGC=2, Agreed with all my nus pals - this quote ^ is golden - couldn't have put it any better =). SMU's Arts & Culture clubs complement the student academic journey by offering vibrant platforms for creative expression, personal development and community engagement. Having personally studied at SMU business school for one whole semester as a Nanyang Business School student, I am writing this article to answer the question I am most frequently asked- what is the difference between both schools exactly? The SMU Cox Program accepts students from a wide variety of educational backgrounds. SMU churns out business leaders who know how to make money and in turn create jobs for others. Since graduation I've hopped jobs several times. The tradition calls for a classy look with girls wearing sundresses, usually with the colors red, white or blue, and cowgirl boots. So, what are we going to do about it? Press J to jump to the feed. The placement in Dallas is vastly better for jobs and more fun than Waco. Instead of focusing on the whole, we focus on part. the rest are lecture/tutorial). This was way cheaper than what my parents thought they would need to pay for college so I’ll end up close to debt free out of college! New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. I'd pick SMU simply to avoid having to live in Waco for 4 years. My D is looking at SMU and the school fits her in many ways. The culture of the schools (I assume, I haven't attended Baylor) is going to be different and, thought SMU has its flaws, I can say the reputation of Baylor was a big turnoff for me. And you can be sure that people will be rather judgmental. Then, three hours before the game, SMU students, faculty, alumni and friends come out to enjoy food, drinks and games on the Boulevard. Push ahead of the pack with a master’s program that puts you in the driver’s seat of your career. My friends in Cox love it, especially the opportunities it presents for internships and jobs in Dallas. class part is also a part of almost every nus law mod. overall, i'm not saying nus > smu or smu > nus, just saying maybe don't talk such hearsays too seriously. You'll figure things out by yourself. Unlike its name, it is NOT the pinnacle of food excellence. I feel like there are no current smu law students on this thread LOL and this is just what I gathered after scouring the entire internet. NUS tends to have more variety. Boardroom Diversity: A Question of Culture. Plus I think people from SMULaw are definitely more articulate than NUS because they’re trained in presentations and class part :-) I did take the whole class participation thing in smu into consideration, but I do think that it does help to have a more engaged class that understands concepts as compared to one that just takes down notes and studies, especially in the context of law. That said, both SMU and Baylor are good schools, and you'll get a great education either way. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. They hired young finance majors to help run the corporate financial planning and analysis operations globally. Some firms prefer NUS students, some prefer SMU students. We give you the support to push past your career goals — and keep growing. And also, the quality of education isn’t compromised (which I feel like is a really important factor!) I think the reason why I was initially apprehensive about going to SMU is because I thought the people there were noobs (LOL sry) and that they were not as ‘smart’ as NUS. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, https://law.nus.edu.sg/student_matters/course_listing/courses_disp.asp?MT=LL&Sem=ALL&MGC=2. Some modules even have like 3 presentations/projects per semester. When I think back on my university life, it was these factors which made a real difference. SMU Cox is located in the heart of Dallas, a world center for commerce and culture. Culture. Attended a SMU business school interview today and here’s what i learnt (people with upcoming interviews, this may be a good read): -Don’t bother preparing. Even with a university-wide Ph.D. program, NUS still holds an advantage due to her additional faculties. Cookies help us deliver our Services. Big disagree on Dallas vs. Waco, but I think that comes down to preference. Regarding the prestige between both law schools, I’ve been told that both smu and nus law grads are equally as likely to succeed in whatever field they’re in and that it just rly depends on the individual’s abilities, rather than the school they are from. While some may think the project work in modules are redundant, every uni has its pros and cons. are you starting your first sem this year? Really, go compare the course catalogs of both schools. The rest will be learnt on the job. They recruited from two schools in Texas, UT and SMU.. that was it. Guess we will see. The global exposure from an international exchange programme to an overseas internship stint widened my perspective of both societal and working cultures that has helped me gain employment. LKCSB has acquired global accreditation from AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), AMBA (Association of MBAs) and EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System). See how we support your career growth. My wife and I never left, we live just north of campus and still go to all the football and many of the basketball games. How one Singapore girl switched from SMU Business to NUS Engineering, and survived. I would say it's not possible to conclusively say that one school is better than the other. i'm actually really confused where the whole "stereotype" that smu law students are more vocal while nus law students are more academic comes from. to me though I feel that NUS and SMU are more similar ehh haha (their specialisations). Even as the celebration of International Women’s Day has grown in prominence in recent years, the statistics for gender equality remain sobering. It was a social issue. There is no point in trying to predict the topic. SMU Business - Lots of presentations. The one that sting is Boston College cause I’m from New England, but my college counselor said it’s honestly a crap shoot. The food in town is much cheaper+ better than nus law which is in bukit timah. The SMU women’s basketball team will not play the remainder of the 2020-21 season because of concerns about COVID-19, the school announced Wednesday. Many of my friends and I never used SMU's career services (they aren't really necessary) so all the hype about SMU having an awesome career centre is overrated. NUS law seems to be doing better at mooting in recent years. Grounded in a close-knit campus, Cox opens the door to boundless prospects. She also went from a first-sem GPA of 0.63 to graduating with second-lower honours. One of the reasons why people think it’s great is because it forces u to have higher involvement in ur school community + fosters interfaculty bonding, which happens in smu via the more exciting ccas! What’s area around SMU like? the culture is pretty supportive, but of course, we are all still bellcurved, so don't be too naive. At SMU, life begins outside of class. My D is a very active conservative republican with hopes of going into politics. SMU Lee Kong Chian School of Business Social Media Team. It's how you make use of the opportunities given to you and how driven you are. She will definitely want to join a sorority. All unofficial transcripts/test scores can be sent via e-mail to cvarela@smu.edu or via postal mail to: Mailing Address: SMU Cox School of Business MSA Admissions PO Box 750521 Dallas, TX 75275 Prerequisites and Background Courses. These are my consolidated points for why SMU law is just as great of a sch as NUS! I think I also got rejected from Colgate, UPenn, Vanderbilt, Brown, Cornell as well. SMU business graduate Ho Yan Yan completed three internships as she felt it was important to experience different real-world work environments, which would help decisions on career paths. I think hall life is super great but frankly unnecessary. SMU quarterback Shane Buechele announced he will enter the 2021 NFL Draft. You're unlikely to be different. i also think the view that smu students are more well-spoken, more articulated, and more extroverted to be an exaggeration. Two things I have to offer: Cox is a great program and Dallas is a fun city, fundamentally different from a town where the main attraction is the local university. They didn't go to Baylor or A&M or Tech or Rice, and they straight up said that in the first info-session for recruiting, they wanted the best of the best. My score breakdown is 790 Math, 740 ERBW on the SAT. Dream Big. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, Wᴇʟᴄᴏᴍᴇ ᴛᴏ ʀ/SGExᴀᴍs – the largest community on reddit discussing Singapore schools and examinations. However, I am very concerned reading some reviews of SMU being a party school. Also, you'll be surprised at how many moots smu actually wins over nus haha. My parents are a little worried about the money/frat/party culture there. hey u might have more responses if u make another post about it instead of this comment section :). SMU has a compulsory conflicts of law mod. SMU OFFERS ESPORTS BUSINESS MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE. SMU was a blast, too - whatever you are into you can find your people there. Now that I work for a university and see the more "business" side, this kind of thing makes me wonder what the culture is like in the administration, and makes me wary of schools involved in scandals like these. this is not to rag on smu, since of course, smu is still fairly new, and still trying to find their grounding in mooting. If you want to prepare something, the most you can do is to prepare your self introduction. The network is excellent too. You have to go out of your way to learn about business in NUS. But alas, the kiasu-ism of Singaporeans has crept into the culture of SMU freshies. Thanks you all for your response. Make sure you find the right crowd - create a healthy, non-toxic environment for yourself. And you can be sure that people will be rather judgmental. Play Video "A lot of companies came on campus with women representation. A premier university in Asia, the Singapore Management University (SMU) is internationally recognised for its world-class research and distinguished teaching. A few people have messaged me on the thread and I thought this might be helpful so I just copy pasted stuff from the convo: SMU is rly convenient for me because i have a straight bus there. But no matter the name, the purpose of getting … Double Degrees Students can choose a double degree option and combine their BBM with another area of expertise, such as Economics or Law. I’m decided to go to SMU. Build Bridges. SMU is amazing and definitely the best decision I’ve ever made, there’s so many activities to choose from and you can definitely find your people no matter what you’re interested in. Sentiment amongst some practitioners is that SMU students take more risks, are more articulate and communicative etc (what you would expect), while NUS students have a stronger foundation of legal knowledge. There’s only one class that teaches business and finance in NUS law. Very safe, and very much a part of the neighborhood. More opportunities, more of everything. SMU mourns the passing of renowned Dallas business leader, entrepreneur, public servant, educational pioneer and longtime University supporter and trustee emeritus Edwin L. Cox Sr. ’42, who died Thursday, November 5, 2020. By the SMU Social Media Team The big day is coming. just wanted to know if it’s an unpopular move thank you! Yes, the rumors are true, the culture in SMU is indeed more extroverted than that in NTU. On a side note: The SMU student body has a very strong banking/finance/analytics/consulting culture, so there are interesting cross-competency opportunities available if that's your thing. What you can be assured of if you join SMU law is this: seniors who care about your wellbeing, a dean who is extremely concerned about student welfare and quality of education, (probably) friends whom you can trust with anything, should you choose to invest in them, very intensive but rewarding CCAs, various opportunities to step up and take risks, and professors who are quite passionate about teaching. Hall isn't really a consideration because the majority of NUS law students (as far as I'm aware) just become ghosts. SMU is secretly one of the best places to get a college degree hands down. both unis have class participation, and both unis have seminars. SlimJim001 November 9, 2019, 9:34pm #8. The education I received while in school was top notch and the reputation/brand of the business school has only gotten better since then. Ultimately, which school you choose doesn't really matter. Lots to do and see for a college student. Cox is one of the best business schools in the country, second to only UT in the State. if so we'll be classmates! you can leave smu after 4 years with a 6 figure job from cox. For more information on SMU’s latest news related to COVID-19, please click here. They also have greater community involvement w a lot of overseas opportunities Furthermore, welfare in smu is just so much better haha ... facilities are newer, and they have great funding for initiatives. Academic culture: SMU is not as research-intensive as NUS because it has yet to develop a university-wide Ph.D. program. I'll let someone more recent than me answer in more detail. 5 Houston and to Cincinnati. SMU leading receiver Reggie Roberson Jr., who had 22 catches for 474 yards and five touchdowns through four games, was lost for the season last week when he injured his knee. On the downside, SMU can have quite a toxic/competitive culture, and there are many people who only care about others superficially and/or will only associate with those who can bring benefit to them. For the record, Raytheon absolutely recruits at Baylor. As a matter of legal practice, the skills and knowledge you require, especially in commercial law, simply won't be accessible as a student. It's the wealthiest neighborhood in Dallas (Highland Park, University Park). But, Baylor has been involved in some shady as hell practices lately, read about their sexual assault scandal (here)[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baylor_University_sexual_assault_scandal]. Many of my friends in college were from out of state and stayed because Texas is just an awesome place to live too. The people around me shaped my experience. Take that from someone who transferred in having gone somewhere else first. The subreddit for Southern Methodist University, a private university in Dallas, Texas. She is a very outgoing, pretty girl with a strong Christian faith. Residing under the Arts & Cultural Fraternity (ACF), these CCAs cultivate a passion and interest in dance, music, culture as well as the visual, performing, media and literary arts. My college counselor was pretty shock too. nus law students have won almost major moot competition it has entered into (competing with the likes of lse, kings college london, even oxford). I can do it" Femi Olamolu Full-Time Two-Year MBA, 2018 Sr. Students will graduate with two undergraduate degrees from two different SMU schools within four to five years: Both schools have a decent amount of JLCs yearly. … The Mustangs are seeking their second 5-0 start in as many seasons for the first time since the 1982 and 1983 seasons. Look at the mods offered and see what interests you. Under non-pandemic circumstances I'd recommend you visit each place, but realize you may not be able to. I did get a significant scholarship from SMU! After all, research can involve multiple disciplines. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baylor_University_sexual_assault_scandal. I’m not sure. Business in particular would also have a lot more emphasis on class participation in terms of grades than other degrees so it is very cutthroat on this aspect. can't speak for smu, but there's this thing called the muggers in nus, which are notes passed down from seniors in the dean's list. skills/clinical education: NUS has numerous clinics where law students do legal work under the supervision of profs and practitioners.There are clinics for litigation, Corp work, policy work, intl economics, intl law making with the UN. While some may call it “Results Day” and others “D-Day”. If your into research, religious stuff, and volunteering, I'd recommend baylor, otherwise go to SMU, especially for business. I got into Cox via direct admission, but was deferred by SMU initially. I would say career opportunities wise or in terms of quality of education there is really no meaningful distinction between the two schools. In other words, what you learn in class only sets the foundation for being a lawyer. But I think an important factor is the mods offered by each school. SMU is 5-0 for the second straight season, a feat it last accomplished in 1983. The culture of the schools (I assume, I haven't attended Baylor) is going to be different and, thought SMU has its flaws, I can say the reputation of Baylor was a big turnoff for me. SMU President Professor Lily Kong signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) each with the rectors of UI and ITB. SMU is the 3rd best college in the state and the majority of the students are from outside texas, while at Baylor most students are locals. … SMU has not lost to Tulane since 2012. Best to make your choice based on cultural fit. seniors are also very very friendly in nus. Dallas certainly has a higher cost of living than Waco will. The topic we got was not related to business at all. By using our Services or clicking I agree, you agree to our use of cookies. Dallas is a big city in a massive metroplex, while Waco feels fairly isolated from the big city life while still having most of the amenities. So much more. Chase goals, pursue passions and embark on a journey of self-discovery and belief, beyond your own limitations. the only difference lies in frequency (if i'm not wrong, all of smu's mods are seminar-style, while only some nus mods are seminar-style. 6 in the U.S. by The Economist, the MS in Management at SMU Cox gives you a strong grasp of the fundamentals: finance, statistics, marketing, accounting, operations and strategic management. © Esᴛᴀʙʟɪsʜᴇᴅ MMXVII, Looks like you're using new Reddit on an old browser. Environmental law, shipping law etc. How did you get rejected from so many schools with that GPA and SAT score? 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