Review of Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Describe your college in three sentences.
The ASU Tempe campus is huge, so there is always something to do. The weather is nice compared to other places, except it gets super hot here for a long time in summer. Beautiful campus, good professors if you ask other students before registering for classes, campus safety is ok, cost is good compared to other colleges around.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Apply early to try for automatic scholarships based on your ACT/SAT score. Bring a bike or board if you plan on having classes at opposite sides of campus. And get used to the heat, because it's Arizona and it doesn't cool down here until November through April. Visit campus at least once because you don't see how big and amazing it is until you do.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
I'd say my classes are kind of intense, especially the honors program course. It depends on the professor, but as long as you go to most of the classes and do the homework on time you'll be all right. From my experience, all my professors and TA's went out of their way to help me understand the concepts and get better at writing, although I've heard of a few who don't. There are tutors and writing centers on campus too who will give you help if you need it.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Barrett Honors College has awesome dorms. The buildings and landscape are well cared for and the dorms are pretty safe. People get together in study groups all the time, and there are events and activities during holidays and every week.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
I don't know about the other dining halls, but Barrett has a great food selection. There's healthy meals, pasta, burgers, vegan meals, stir-fry, custom sandwiches, and pizza every day, plus a menu that changes daily and sometimes includes sushi. There is a great breakfast and a salad and fruit bar. And did I mention the ice cream/gelato bar?
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
The Tempe campus is huge, so there's always something to do. There are football games on Saturdays, shows and musicals at Gammage auditorium, concerts and malls in Tempe, lots of clubs, and places to explore. Mill Avenue usually has stuff going on at night, and ASU does events throughout the year.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Tuition wasn't a problem for me because I got a good scholarship, but if you're out of state you'll want to get your ACT/SAT score up to get a good scholarship. Barrett dorm prices are high, though. Otherwise, ASU isn't as costly as other colleges around. The classes are pretty good and campus has lots of resources and events.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Painting "A" Mountain is during Fall Welcome, when the freshmen hike up "A" Mountain and whitewash it. Then, they guard it from the students from U of A, who try to paint it their school colors. There is also Lantern Walk during homecoming week, and the secret garden, which I haven't found yet. ASU also does de-stressing activities during finals week, with things like massages and puppies to pet around campus, and Finals Breakfast at night.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
ASU is great for students who want a big campus and lots of classes to choose from. If you're a good student, apply to Barrett for a ton more opportunities. You have to visit campus to really see what it's like, and there are always tours and people who will help you through the admissions process and beyond. It's good for all kinds of students, really, but it depends on what you want to major in.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
So many clubs, including a Quidditch league. The gym has everything, including a pool and basketball court. There are student government groups and game nights in the dorms. Also, there are shows going on at Gammage auditorium, sports to watch, and random events around campus and at the MU.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
I'm not a part of Greek life here, but there are lots of opportunities and many frat and sorority people around campus.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Campus is pretty safe, although I did hear about a couple of robbery incidents and about someone who got into a dorm because a door was propped open. But campus is safe as long as you use common sense. The blue light system is a system of lights that you can press and keep pressing so police can know which direction you're going if you need help. Campus safety escorts are available at night, but people even use them during the day. Police are pretty good, and you see them around often, especially at peaceful protests. Also, the Livesafe app lets you report things anonymously and get immediate help from campus police.
The ASU Tempe campus is huge, so there is always something to do. The weather is nice compared to other places, except it gets super hot here for a long time in summer. Beautiful campus, good professors if you ask other students before registering for classes, campus safety is ok, cost is good compared to other colleges around.
Apply early to try for automatic scholarships based on your ACT/SAT score. Bring a bike or board if you plan on having classes at opposite sides of campus. And get used to the heat, because it's Arizona and it doesn't cool down here until November through April. Visit campus at least once because you don't see how big and amazing it is until you do.
I'd say my classes are kind of intense, especially the honors program course. It depends on the professor, but as long as you go to most of the classes and do the homework on time you'll be all right. From my experience, all my professors and TA's went out of their way to help me understand the concepts and get better at writing, although I've heard of a few who don't. There are tutors and writing centers on campus too who will give you help if you need it.
Barrett Honors College has awesome dorms. The buildings and landscape are well cared for and the dorms are pretty safe. People get together in study groups all the time, and there are events and activities during holidays and every week.
I don't know about the other dining halls, but Barrett has a great food selection. There's healthy meals, pasta, burgers, vegan meals, stir-fry, custom sandwiches, and pizza every day, plus a menu that changes daily and sometimes includes sushi. There is a great breakfast and a salad and fruit bar. And did I mention the ice cream/gelato bar?
The Tempe campus is huge, so there's always something to do. There are football games on Saturdays, shows and musicals at Gammage auditorium, concerts and malls in Tempe, lots of clubs, and places to explore. Mill Avenue usually has stuff going on at night, and ASU does events throughout the year.
Tuition wasn't a problem for me because I got a good scholarship, but if you're out of state you'll want to get your ACT/SAT score up to get a good scholarship. Barrett dorm prices are high, though. Otherwise, ASU isn't as costly as other colleges around. The classes are pretty good and campus has lots of resources and events.
Painting "A" Mountain is during Fall Welcome, when the freshmen hike up "A" Mountain and whitewash it. Then, they guard it from the students from U of A, who try to paint it their school colors. There is also Lantern Walk during homecoming week, and the secret garden, which I haven't found yet. ASU also does de-stressing activities during finals week, with things like massages and puppies to pet around campus, and Finals Breakfast at night.
ASU is great for students who want a big campus and lots of classes to choose from. If you're a good student, apply to Barrett for a ton more opportunities. You have to visit campus to really see what it's like, and there are always tours and people who will help you through the admissions process and beyond. It's good for all kinds of students, really, but it depends on what you want to major in.
So many clubs, including a Quidditch league. The gym has everything, including a pool and basketball court. There are student government groups and game nights in the dorms. Also, there are shows going on at Gammage auditorium, sports to watch, and random events around campus and at the MU.
I'm not a part of Greek life here, but there are lots of opportunities and many frat and sorority people around campus.
Campus is pretty safe, although I did hear about a couple of robbery incidents and about someone who got into a dorm because a door was propped open. But campus is safe as long as you use common sense. The blue light system is a system of lights that you can press and keep pressing so police can know which direction you're going if you need help. Campus safety escorts are available at night, but people even use them during the day. Police are pretty good, and you see them around often, especially at peaceful protests. Also, the Livesafe app lets you report things anonymously and get immediate help from campus police.