I really appreciated that Econ 101 is pass/fail—it lets you focus on learning without grade stress. Calc 1 is a prerequisite for many Econ courses, but I started it after my first semester once I knew Econ was going well. I'd also recommend starting a foreign language early. Constellation was another pass/fail option, so I balanced tougher subjects with lighter ones to keep things manageable.
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Duke University
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Teaching quality4.0
Campus life4.0
Value for money4.0
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★★★★★
Teaching quality 4Value for money 4
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★★★★★
I stayed at University Apartments. They're not fancy but get the job done, reasonably priced, and within walking, biking, or bus distance of campus. A solid, practical option.
Campus life 4Value for money 4
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