I've been in the college of engineering, college of business, and now, the college of design and social inquiry. The curriculum is all about applications and examples and how to's so when you're reading the text, you know when to use which information. Engineering is very cut and dry. You MUST be prepared to spend night after night studying, practicing, and reviewing. I have taken classes from every college, from history of earth and life to world politics to international economics to surveying. After every class session I would have to call or text someone and tell them what I learned. So much information in your head in one class time you think your head is going to explode.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
Can't complain about the 350 days of sunshine, or the fact that Miami is half an hour away to satisfy all your party needs, or the fact that the bahamas is $140 plane ticket and a 35 minute ride. The best diving, snorkeling, surfing, and best lookin people are within a 45 minute radius drive from Boca Raton. If you love being outside, this is the place. Of course, there is a mall about every 20 miles, so there is no shortage of shopping. Absolutely none. Everything designer is right here. Oh, and when people have house parties, they're in mansions, not houses. Big outdoorsy community here. Boating, fishing, surfing, diving, eating, drinking. Oh, some of the best cuisine - they've got everything. Indian, authentic Japanese, Chinese, Thai, genuine Italian gelato, Italian, authentic Cuban, everything is delicious. You won't go to a chain restaurant here, I promise you.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
FAU itself is very reasonable. If you live off campus (which I recommend after freshmore year), do so. FAU does not charge a million different fees. The parking permits are free, but don't dare park illegally. They're too quick. Boca Raton is an expensive city - gas is expensive here (comparably), clothes and jewelry and all of that glitz is expensive. The best bang for the buck are these hole in the wall food places that immigrants own - they're the best. I don't know anyone that goes to a chain restaurant. There's a local sushi place that gets FLOODED with FAU students on Friday and Saturday nights. Car insurance is cheap in this city for some reason. Rent is a little ridiculous. I come from tampa, and I could get a beautiful remodeled apartment for $750. $750 in Boca Raton is the hood. I mean not a nice area at all. Your average 1 bedroom in a nice area can run from $850 to over $1000. Get a roommate.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Wherever you come from, live on campus your first year. I didn't have the advantage of living in the dorms as I transferred as a junior.
Be friends with upperclassmen. Trust me. There is nothing to do for the U21 scene - except house parties, and those get old. A lot of clubs are 21+, and they're good at spotting fakes.
Talk to EVERYONE in your class, the freshmen, the seniors, and the older students. I wish I hadn't been so shy my first year, it would be a lot easier for me to network now if I had been more outgoing.
Greek life rules! Get involved. It's a very long but rewarding process and even if you don't think Greek is for you, at least go to the info session. You might be surprised
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Barry Kaye College of Business is ranked in US News as one of the best business colleges (top 100), so Accounting, Business Admin, International Business, Economics, and related, all great
Also, education program here is great.
Pre-Pharm, Pre-Law, and Pre-Med are also all great because of FAUs agreement with UM.
However, FAU will be getting its own medical school in a year or two. Worth looking into.
Psychology program is also on the up and up.
And finally,
OCEAN ENGINEERING! FAU IS WORLD RENOWNED FOR ITS OCEAN ENGINEERING PROGRAM!
I've been in the college of engineering, college of business, and now, the college of design and social inquiry. The curriculum is all about applications and examples and how to's so when you're reading the text, you know when to use which information. Engineering is very cut and dry. You MUST be prepared to spend night after night studying, practicing, and reviewing. I have taken classes from every college, from history of earth and life to world politics to international economics to surveying. After every class session I would have to call or text someone and tell them what I learned. So much information in your head in one class time you think your head is going to explode.
Can't complain about the 350 days of sunshine, or the fact that Miami is half an hour away to satisfy all your party needs, or the fact that the bahamas is $140 plane ticket and a 35 minute ride. The best diving, snorkeling, surfing, and best lookin people are within a 45 minute radius drive from Boca Raton. If you love being outside, this is the place. Of course, there is a mall about every 20 miles, so there is no shortage of shopping. Absolutely none. Everything designer is right here. Oh, and when people have house parties, they're in mansions, not houses. Big outdoorsy community here. Boating, fishing, surfing, diving, eating, drinking. Oh, some of the best cuisine - they've got everything. Indian, authentic Japanese, Chinese, Thai, genuine Italian gelato, Italian, authentic Cuban, everything is delicious. You won't go to a chain restaurant here, I promise you.
FAU itself is very reasonable. If you live off campus (which I recommend after freshmore year), do so. FAU does not charge a million different fees. The parking permits are free, but don't dare park illegally. They're too quick. Boca Raton is an expensive city - gas is expensive here (comparably), clothes and jewelry and all of that glitz is expensive. The best bang for the buck are these hole in the wall food places that immigrants own - they're the best. I don't know anyone that goes to a chain restaurant. There's a local sushi place that gets FLOODED with FAU students on Friday and Saturday nights. Car insurance is cheap in this city for some reason. Rent is a little ridiculous. I come from tampa, and I could get a beautiful remodeled apartment for $750. $750 in Boca Raton is the hood. I mean not a nice area at all. Your average 1 bedroom in a nice area can run from $850 to over $1000. Get a roommate.
Wherever you come from, live on campus your first year. I didn't have the advantage of living in the dorms as I transferred as a junior. Be friends with upperclassmen. Trust me. There is nothing to do for the U21 scene - except house parties, and those get old. A lot of clubs are 21+, and they're good at spotting fakes. Talk to EVERYONE in your class, the freshmen, the seniors, and the older students. I wish I hadn't been so shy my first year, it would be a lot easier for me to network now if I had been more outgoing. Greek life rules! Get involved. It's a very long but rewarding process and even if you don't think Greek is for you, at least go to the info session. You might be surprised
Barry Kaye College of Business is ranked in US News as one of the best business colleges (top 100), so Accounting, Business Admin, International Business, Economics, and related, all great Also, education program here is great. Pre-Pharm, Pre-Law, and Pre-Med are also all great because of FAUs agreement with UM. However, FAU will be getting its own medical school in a year or two. Worth looking into. Psychology program is also on the up and up. And finally, OCEAN ENGINEERING! FAU IS WORLD RENOWNED FOR ITS OCEAN ENGINEERING PROGRAM!