Although I have only been here at IU for a few short months, it feels as if I have learned so much. I am in the Jacobs School of Music, more specifically, which is known to be one of the top music schools in the country. The faculty are all amazing so far, although I can't say I've been here long enough to have experienced the wide range of professors here in such a large school. The music school has an incredible program with about 1,600 music majors and many world-class musicians on the faculty. Academically, there is a very supportive environment here that, in my opinion, you can't go wrong with.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
I moved here from San Francisco, so living in a very small (to me, at least) typical college town is a bit of a culture shock. It is a beautiful campus and a wonderful city. There are lots of cute, small shops downtown and a mall on the outskirts if you prefer the bigger chain stores. There is a certain spirit to this town that is quite infectious. Sports and Greek life are both very big here, and it's a bit of a party school, but there's nothing wrong with that. There are not many other schools where you can watch Big Ten sports in the day and go to see professional-level opera in the evening. This wide range of activities is one of the many things that makes this school feel special to me personally. I have met many great people here and made some great friends. I cannot think of a better way to start my college experience.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
I am from out of state, so the tuition is a bit pricey, especially in times like these, but so far it has been very worth it. If you are going for the music school, it is especially worth it simply because of the opportunities you can get here working with the faculty and other students. It may seem expensive when you're applying, but they have a wide range of scholarships that are often times automatic, so if you have good grades or other things that qualify you for scholarships you may find that it's not really as expensive as it seems at first.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Starting college is a major event in everybody's lives and it can feel intimidating at first. Just remember that wherever you go to school, everyone around you is probably feeling the same way that you are. Don't be afraid to make friends and get involved in the school right from the start. Even if you feel like you don't fit in, schools like IU have something for everyone as long as you choose to seek it out.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
People looking to major in business or music; people who want a large school and the quintessential college experience; people who love cold winters.
Although I have only been here at IU for a few short months, it feels as if I have learned so much. I am in the Jacobs School of Music, more specifically, which is known to be one of the top music schools in the country. The faculty are all amazing so far, although I can't say I've been here long enough to have experienced the wide range of professors here in such a large school. The music school has an incredible program with about 1,600 music majors and many world-class musicians on the faculty. Academically, there is a very supportive environment here that, in my opinion, you can't go wrong with.
I moved here from San Francisco, so living in a very small (to me, at least) typical college town is a bit of a culture shock. It is a beautiful campus and a wonderful city. There are lots of cute, small shops downtown and a mall on the outskirts if you prefer the bigger chain stores. There is a certain spirit to this town that is quite infectious. Sports and Greek life are both very big here, and it's a bit of a party school, but there's nothing wrong with that. There are not many other schools where you can watch Big Ten sports in the day and go to see professional-level opera in the evening. This wide range of activities is one of the many things that makes this school feel special to me personally. I have met many great people here and made some great friends. I cannot think of a better way to start my college experience.
I am from out of state, so the tuition is a bit pricey, especially in times like these, but so far it has been very worth it. If you are going for the music school, it is especially worth it simply because of the opportunities you can get here working with the faculty and other students. It may seem expensive when you're applying, but they have a wide range of scholarships that are often times automatic, so if you have good grades or other things that qualify you for scholarships you may find that it's not really as expensive as it seems at first.
Starting college is a major event in everybody's lives and it can feel intimidating at first. Just remember that wherever you go to school, everyone around you is probably feeling the same way that you are. Don't be afraid to make friends and get involved in the school right from the start. Even if you feel like you don't fit in, schools like IU have something for everyone as long as you choose to seek it out.
People looking to major in business or music; people who want a large school and the quintessential college experience; people who love cold winters.