Alfred U is a very personal college; the professors learn your name quickly and they offer you so much help. The meal plans are very convenient, although I wish Dining Dollars were available for purchase. It is -freezing- in the dorms, however, and I don't know when they're turning the heat on!!!
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Bring a lot of blankets, and a mattress pad or two, as the mattresses are really hard. If you think for even a second that you and your roommate won't get along, then bring your own fridge and microwave! Establish boundaries early, and take the roommate agreement seriously!
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Personally, I feel that my first semester of college was like the last two years of high school, however later on in the next four years Alfred will challenge you, no matter what your major. Be prepared for a LOT of home work and a LOT of studying!!! Take classes seriously!
Describe the dorm life at your college.
It's so cold in these dorms...although Barresi is the best hall to live in, the bathrooms are newly renovated and the RA staff is really nice! Be prepared for freshmen orientation...you will be dragged out of your rooms to participate in activities.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Ade dining hall is right next to Barresi (all freshmen) dorm hall, with Midknight express. Midknight express is open from 8pm-2am and it cooks all the greasy fast food that you love. It also has over a dozen flavors of ice cream, lots of different beverages, and salads/yogurts if you don't want the greasy-ness. Ade serves Breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a buffet-style serve-yourself type meal system. There is also a sandwich and soup section if you want a sandwich (someone makes it for you!) Ade also has a dessert bar...the gellato is fabulous!
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
There are so many clubs and activities planned for every second of the day, that if you say I'm Bored in Alfred, then you're a lazy bum who just sits on their butt all day. Between concerts (Alfred had the Black Eyed Peas!!!) comedy shows, magicians, 5k Zombie Runs (which I'm participating in!) and so much more...there is always something to do! There is also bowling only 10 minutes away if you would like to bowl =)
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
I'll be honest, I'm paying $43,000 a year for Alfred. That's really steep, but I am very happy with my choice. Alfred is very high up in the Nation's best colleges and it partners with good graduate schools, like Cornell and Yale. There are so many fun and free events to go to that it is worth it, AND Alfred is a private University so on top of all the government aid that you receive, Alfred gives out grants and scholarships left and right! Really I only ended up paying $2,100 after all my grants and scholarships =) (That's including books!)
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
The Equestrian Center is something that everyone should visit, at least once. It doesn't matter if you are an Art student or a football Jock, the Equestrian Center has so many awesome attributes about it that it's an awe-inspiring experience. You can also minor in Equestrian, with all the classes being held at the Center. You can learn to ride western, english, learn how to properly show a horse and much, much more. There is a challenge for everyone at that barn. Go check it out!!!
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Alfred is great for every type of student, it has an engineering school, a liberal arts and sciences, a business school, and a school of the arts (which is world-renowned!). The football team is excellent, and there are tons of intermural sports if you want to be active but don't want so much commitment. It is a small town, but Hornell is right down the road and that has Walmart, Wegmans, Applebees, Maurices, Game Stop, and a bunch of other stores if you want go shopping. The coffee shop at Alfred is a little pricey (in my mind) but they are delicious! The Jet and Fox's are both great restaurants for you if you want some amazing food. The Jet sells diner-type food while Fox's is your typical pizza & wings.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
THERE ARE SO MANY CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES. Seriously, there is a club for absolutely everything. You think of it, it's already here. And if it isn't, if you get five people to sign up saying they want to join, you can make your own club!! The University funds the club and there you go, boom, a club! As previously mentioned, there is always an activity to do!!
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There isn't any greek life that the campus recognizes, however we did used to have a greek life and the houses are still available to live in for students.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Campus safety is like the silent older brother that is always watching out for you but you don't see them. (Ladies, you are allowed to carry pepper spray!!!!!!) I feel safe in my campus but I don't recommend walking by yourself at night; that's just a sketchy situation and regardless of how safe the campus can be, there is always that one creep. It seems dumb, but the buddy system can save your life.
Alfred U is a very personal college; the professors learn your name quickly and they offer you so much help. The meal plans are very convenient, although I wish Dining Dollars were available for purchase. It is -freezing- in the dorms, however, and I don't know when they're turning the heat on!!!
Bring a lot of blankets, and a mattress pad or two, as the mattresses are really hard. If you think for even a second that you and your roommate won't get along, then bring your own fridge and microwave! Establish boundaries early, and take the roommate agreement seriously!
Personally, I feel that my first semester of college was like the last two years of high school, however later on in the next four years Alfred will challenge you, no matter what your major. Be prepared for a LOT of home work and a LOT of studying!!! Take classes seriously!
It's so cold in these dorms...although Barresi is the best hall to live in, the bathrooms are newly renovated and the RA staff is really nice! Be prepared for freshmen orientation...you will be dragged out of your rooms to participate in activities.
Ade dining hall is right next to Barresi (all freshmen) dorm hall, with Midknight express. Midknight express is open from 8pm-2am and it cooks all the greasy fast food that you love. It also has over a dozen flavors of ice cream, lots of different beverages, and salads/yogurts if you don't want the greasy-ness. Ade serves Breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a buffet-style serve-yourself type meal system. There is also a sandwich and soup section if you want a sandwich (someone makes it for you!) Ade also has a dessert bar...the gellato is fabulous!
There are so many clubs and activities planned for every second of the day, that if you say I'm Bored in Alfred, then you're a lazy bum who just sits on their butt all day. Between concerts (Alfred had the Black Eyed Peas!!!) comedy shows, magicians, 5k Zombie Runs (which I'm participating in!) and so much more...there is always something to do! There is also bowling only 10 minutes away if you would like to bowl =)
I'll be honest, I'm paying $43,000 a year for Alfred. That's really steep, but I am very happy with my choice. Alfred is very high up in the Nation's best colleges and it partners with good graduate schools, like Cornell and Yale. There are so many fun and free events to go to that it is worth it, AND Alfred is a private University so on top of all the government aid that you receive, Alfred gives out grants and scholarships left and right! Really I only ended up paying $2,100 after all my grants and scholarships =) (That's including books!)
The Equestrian Center is something that everyone should visit, at least once. It doesn't matter if you are an Art student or a football Jock, the Equestrian Center has so many awesome attributes about it that it's an awe-inspiring experience. You can also minor in Equestrian, with all the classes being held at the Center. You can learn to ride western, english, learn how to properly show a horse and much, much more. There is a challenge for everyone at that barn. Go check it out!!!
Alfred is great for every type of student, it has an engineering school, a liberal arts and sciences, a business school, and a school of the arts (which is world-renowned!). The football team is excellent, and there are tons of intermural sports if you want to be active but don't want so much commitment. It is a small town, but Hornell is right down the road and that has Walmart, Wegmans, Applebees, Maurices, Game Stop, and a bunch of other stores if you want go shopping. The coffee shop at Alfred is a little pricey (in my mind) but they are delicious! The Jet and Fox's are both great restaurants for you if you want some amazing food. The Jet sells diner-type food while Fox's is your typical pizza & wings.
THERE ARE SO MANY CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES. Seriously, there is a club for absolutely everything. You think of it, it's already here. And if it isn't, if you get five people to sign up saying they want to join, you can make your own club!! The University funds the club and there you go, boom, a club! As previously mentioned, there is always an activity to do!!
There isn't any greek life that the campus recognizes, however we did used to have a greek life and the houses are still available to live in for students.
Campus safety is like the silent older brother that is always watching out for you but you don't see them. (Ladies, you are allowed to carry pepper spray!!!!!!) I feel safe in my campus but I don't recommend walking by yourself at night; that's just a sketchy situation and regardless of how safe the campus can be, there is always that one creep. It seems dumb, but the buddy system can save your life.