Harvey Mudd College

Harvey Mudd College

Claremont, CA, USA
Private
4 Year

A Student, Claremont, CA's Review

Review of Harvey Mudd College

Describe your college in three sentences.

The best STEM school out there. Harvey Mudd has a small, dedicated group of students that are all here to learn. Mudd offers fantastic programs across the board, for CS to Engineering to Biology.

Do you have any tips for prospective students?

Apply!

Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?

Definitely the most challenging school you are likely to find. It will push you to your limits.

Describe the dorm life at your college.

Small dorms, great atmosphere.

Describe the food and dining at your college.

Fantastic dining halls and excellent, caring staff.

What’s there to do for fun at your college?

Hang out with friends, party, prank, play games (board and video), watch movies, etc. Especially pranking.

Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?

Average starting salaries out of Mudd, particularly in CS and Engineering degrees, are above almost every other college out there. It is expensive tuition, but you are paying for the best.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Case Dorm's construction stakes were moved exactly 1 inch North when the construction team was starting to build it -- the Mudd Engineers did so well that the construction workers didn't notice until they had already laid the foundation and were trying to line up the pipes. Mudd is a great place for jokes, pranks, and having fun.

Which types of students will excel at your college?

Leaders, tech-savvy students, intelligent, go-getters, and just in general students who have a drive to learn.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

Lots of robotics clubs and over 300 other registered clubs.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

? What is Greek Life ?

How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?

24/7 Campus Safety that patrol campus at all times.