The university has evolved into a community that lets you choose your future. It's definitely expensive; but coming from a lower-middle class family, it's possible. BU allows you to grow and learn academically and personally, completely at your speed.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
It's not a party school. It's not high school. However, it can be if you want it to be. Just remember that this is a research-oriented university and everyone here is pretty much a devout nerd.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
the classes are hard if you make them hard. even if they are difficult, there are loads of resources available by the school for tutoring (however it would be best to sign up for it early).
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Since it is still a university, everyone is too close and people will still do stupid things. It's up to you whether or not to participate in those kinds of (il)legal activities.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
It's expensive. The dining halls get crowded at meal times and the food is not how you mom makes it. Where you can use your dining points is also very expensive, but there are ways of lowering your costs. I highly recommend the Charles River Bread Co. at the GSU primarily because they make this phenomenal South Campus Jerk Chicken sandwich.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Being in the middle of Boston, there are loads of things to do. Personally, I enjoy going to concerts with the little extra cash that I have. Also look out for free events hosted by the different clubs on campus. There's a venue called the Paradise Rock Club located on West Campus, which is very convenient. There are parades in Cambridge (the island to the north), Fenway Park across the highway, holiday events through the streets and at the Common, and the Prudential Center (a mall) is only a 20 minute walk away. You can never say that you're bored.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
With the resources available to students, academic rigor, and location, BU is a great place for those who are ready to branch out and explore the world and explore their own preferences. Don't let the price scare you. If money is an issue, make it known to advisors so they can assist you. It's possible to survive without spending a dollar out of pocket here.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Clubs/frats like to paint the rock at the BU Beach. Sometimes you can't even read what they put, but it's a different color each time you pass it. The GSU is a hub for almost anything: the library (with places to sleep in peace), a computer lab for computer science majors across the street, food, convenience store, a club in the basement, and a cute lawn called the Beach. I've heard the sunset is beautiful at the Student Village on the top floor. West Campus hosts all the sporting arenas, a gym with a pool, and a great view of the city at night.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
It's for those who have the initiative to make a difference in the world. The university chooses it's students wisely -no one is a mistake. Everyone here is dynamic, polite, strong, professional, and individualistic. Not one person will be the same as the next, which I've seen all too many times at other schools. But again, they are all tops of their classes.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There's a club for everyone, and they're all fun. The people you meet are all very passionate about what they do in all aspects of life, and they hope that you are also.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
It exists, but it isn't a big part of the life here. Sororities are more prominent than Frats. And they mostly are about doing good instead of partying.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Police ready at all times. When the Nov 13 Paris attacks occurred, for the next week there was heightened security by BUPD as well as Boston Police. I have never felt unsafe walking around campus alone, with people, at night, or even in the day.
The university has evolved into a community that lets you choose your future. It's definitely expensive; but coming from a lower-middle class family, it's possible. BU allows you to grow and learn academically and personally, completely at your speed.
It's not a party school. It's not high school. However, it can be if you want it to be. Just remember that this is a research-oriented university and everyone here is pretty much a devout nerd.
the classes are hard if you make them hard. even if they are difficult, there are loads of resources available by the school for tutoring (however it would be best to sign up for it early).
Since it is still a university, everyone is too close and people will still do stupid things. It's up to you whether or not to participate in those kinds of (il)legal activities.
It's expensive. The dining halls get crowded at meal times and the food is not how you mom makes it. Where you can use your dining points is also very expensive, but there are ways of lowering your costs. I highly recommend the Charles River Bread Co. at the GSU primarily because they make this phenomenal South Campus Jerk Chicken sandwich.
Being in the middle of Boston, there are loads of things to do. Personally, I enjoy going to concerts with the little extra cash that I have. Also look out for free events hosted by the different clubs on campus. There's a venue called the Paradise Rock Club located on West Campus, which is very convenient. There are parades in Cambridge (the island to the north), Fenway Park across the highway, holiday events through the streets and at the Common, and the Prudential Center (a mall) is only a 20 minute walk away. You can never say that you're bored.
With the resources available to students, academic rigor, and location, BU is a great place for those who are ready to branch out and explore the world and explore their own preferences. Don't let the price scare you. If money is an issue, make it known to advisors so they can assist you. It's possible to survive without spending a dollar out of pocket here.
Clubs/frats like to paint the rock at the BU Beach. Sometimes you can't even read what they put, but it's a different color each time you pass it. The GSU is a hub for almost anything: the library (with places to sleep in peace), a computer lab for computer science majors across the street, food, convenience store, a club in the basement, and a cute lawn called the Beach. I've heard the sunset is beautiful at the Student Village on the top floor. West Campus hosts all the sporting arenas, a gym with a pool, and a great view of the city at night.
It's for those who have the initiative to make a difference in the world. The university chooses it's students wisely -no one is a mistake. Everyone here is dynamic, polite, strong, professional, and individualistic. Not one person will be the same as the next, which I've seen all too many times at other schools. But again, they are all tops of their classes.
There's a club for everyone, and they're all fun. The people you meet are all very passionate about what they do in all aspects of life, and they hope that you are also.
It exists, but it isn't a big part of the life here. Sororities are more prominent than Frats. And they mostly are about doing good instead of partying.
Police ready at all times. When the Nov 13 Paris attacks occurred, for the next week there was heightened security by BUPD as well as Boston Police. I have never felt unsafe walking around campus alone, with people, at night, or even in the day.