The quality of the education you get here is really reliant on which specific classes you take. I've had some really challenging, forum-based classes where I felt like I learned a lot, including a lot more beyond just the curriculum. I believe some of these classes really helped me become more perceptive and aware in general, but then, on the other end of the spectrum, I've had classes that are just power points that you copy down every day. They are excruciatingly dull, and the material never really fully sinks in.
Being in Hutton Honors college (the honors program here) has been great and has offered me a lot of benefits in my education. Honors classes (people usually take 1-2 a semester) are smaller and taught by a professor (as opposed to a associate instructor), so they are much more personal and a great atmosphere for learning. If you are able to join the honors college I highly suggest you take advantage of that! (but don't worry, it's not necessary to get a good education here!)
All in all, I believe that a degree from IU is a very respectable one to have. IU has many of the best programs in the country, especially Kelley School of Business, Jacob School of Music, and School of Journalism (my major). I'm very confident that when I leave here I will be prepared for a career.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
I absolutely LOVE it here. I cannot rave about it enough. IUB has literally everything you could ever ask for in a college.
1. The campus is stunning. If you are contemplating coming here, go and visit. You will quickly make your decision.
2. It has the perfect small town feel. You aren't in some urban city where you have to worry about getting mugged on your walk home, but at the same time, you aren't in the boonies with nothing around you. There are loads of shops, restaurants, and a mall all around campus, and an adorable, charming downtown area, and you'll always feel safe.
3. The campus is so alive. There are so many active groups and events. Something fun is always going on. Greek life is very big here.
4. There are great traditions. If you don't know what Little 500 is, you need to find out first-hand.
5. Big 10 sporting events... hey, even if our teams aren't that good, they're still really fun to attend!
I've made some of my absolute best friends here and have had so much fun. I honestly think it is the best college experience someone could ask for.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
I'm an out-of-stater, so tuition can get a little pricey, but even so, I could not even fathom leaving IU. I just can't picture myself anywhere else.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
1. Like I said before, go and visit. Once you see the campus, it is hard to pass this school up.
2. If you are more of a partier, live in the Northwest neighborhood. If you'd like a more quiet dorm, go for Central or Southeast. But either way, get your housing application in asap so you will actually have a say in where you live.
3. It's cliche, but get involved. There are so many great organizations on campus, and you should really take advantage of that.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
It's great for really all kinds of students, except ones who need a lot of one-on-one interaction with the teacher. You just aren't going to get that in many of the lecture hall classes. But other than that, there is truly something here for all types of people.
The quality of the education you get here is really reliant on which specific classes you take. I've had some really challenging, forum-based classes where I felt like I learned a lot, including a lot more beyond just the curriculum. I believe some of these classes really helped me become more perceptive and aware in general, but then, on the other end of the spectrum, I've had classes that are just power points that you copy down every day. They are excruciatingly dull, and the material never really fully sinks in. Being in Hutton Honors college (the honors program here) has been great and has offered me a lot of benefits in my education. Honors classes (people usually take 1-2 a semester) are smaller and taught by a professor (as opposed to a associate instructor), so they are much more personal and a great atmosphere for learning. If you are able to join the honors college I highly suggest you take advantage of that! (but don't worry, it's not necessary to get a good education here!) All in all, I believe that a degree from IU is a very respectable one to have. IU has many of the best programs in the country, especially Kelley School of Business, Jacob School of Music, and School of Journalism (my major). I'm very confident that when I leave here I will be prepared for a career.
I absolutely LOVE it here. I cannot rave about it enough. IUB has literally everything you could ever ask for in a college. 1. The campus is stunning. If you are contemplating coming here, go and visit. You will quickly make your decision. 2. It has the perfect small town feel. You aren't in some urban city where you have to worry about getting mugged on your walk home, but at the same time, you aren't in the boonies with nothing around you. There are loads of shops, restaurants, and a mall all around campus, and an adorable, charming downtown area, and you'll always feel safe. 3. The campus is so alive. There are so many active groups and events. Something fun is always going on. Greek life is very big here. 4. There are great traditions. If you don't know what Little 500 is, you need to find out first-hand. 5. Big 10 sporting events... hey, even if our teams aren't that good, they're still really fun to attend! I've made some of my absolute best friends here and have had so much fun. I honestly think it is the best college experience someone could ask for.
I'm an out-of-stater, so tuition can get a little pricey, but even so, I could not even fathom leaving IU. I just can't picture myself anywhere else.
1. Like I said before, go and visit. Once you see the campus, it is hard to pass this school up. 2. If you are more of a partier, live in the Northwest neighborhood. If you'd like a more quiet dorm, go for Central or Southeast. But either way, get your housing application in asap so you will actually have a say in where you live. 3. It's cliche, but get involved. There are so many great organizations on campus, and you should really take advantage of that.
It's great for really all kinds of students, except ones who need a lot of one-on-one interaction with the teacher. You just aren't going to get that in many of the lecture hall classes. But other than that, there is truly something here for all types of people.