JBU is a wonderful place to live and study! The motto, head, heart, hand, exemplifies their focus on educating the whole person. You are NOT just a number here!
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Come for a campus visit so you can get a feel for the community. The genuine friendliness I experienced on my visit was a big factor in my decision to attend.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
So far, I have experienced what I feel is an appropriate level of academic rigor. I am taking 17 hours, which is more than the average freshman load, but I feel it is just the right combination of challenging, yet manageable.
The professors genuinely want you to succeed, and for the most part they are very approachable. They are interested in you as a person, not only a student. It is common for professors to have students over for dinner or movies!
The academic environment here is very unique. The profs are dedicated to your growth, not just intellectually, but emotionally and spiritually as well. It will be a challenge, but not impossible or ridiculous.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Dorm life so far is awesome! Each dorm has it's own unique community. There are co-ed dorms, an all-girls dorm, and an all-guys dorm.
The RA's are very caring and kind, and the dorm room is bigger than I expected. Everyone I've met is really nice, and you can choose how social you want to be. If you're an extrovert, there will be plenty of opportunities for hanging out, meeting people, etc. But if not, that's okay too, and you can still have a very positive experience.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The food-service provider is new this year, and according to upperclassmen, it is much better!
Of course, it's caf food, so it's not going to be the same as a home cooked meal, but overall they have LOTS of variety and options for every meal. Here's the low-down on what they offer every day:
Breakfast: waffles, omelets, biscuits and gravy, eggs, hashbrowns, yogurt, fruit, granola, and cereal
Lunch/Dinner: Taco station, sandwich and wrap bar, pizza and pasta station, vegetarian/gluten free station, salad bar, home cooked station (stuff like baked chicken, mixed veggies, mashed potatoes), all American station (burgers, fries, etc), and a fresh station that serves up more ethnic inspired foods.
And of course, tons of desserts and ice cream, soft drinks, coffee, and tea.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Siloam Springs is a small town, but if you are looking for something to do there is nearly always something going on at JBU. Seriously, it's crazy how alive this campus is. Whatever your interest, there is bound to be a club or group for you.
There is also a cute downtown area, and awesome hiking trails near by. We're also just about 45 minutes from lots of bigger cities, like Rogers and Fayetteville, that offer shopping, concerts, restaurants, etc.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Yes, it is a private college, so it's going to be more expensive than staying in state. That being said, it is very reasonable for a college of it's quality. (In fact, U.S. News just rated it the #1 value Southern college!). Also, they are pretty generous with financial aid, but you still need to try to apply for as many scholarships as possible!!
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Friendly, motivated, curious, honest/genuine, hard-working, fun-loving, and of course, Christian.
side note: The campus and classroom have a distinct Christian emphasis, so be aware of this. If this is what you are looking for, then JBU is just about as good as it gets! But if you don't want this, consider attending somewhere else, or just be prepared for it.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Just about anything you could imagine! Here's what I can think of off the top of my head: swing dancing club, anime club, intramural sports, Dead Poets Society, student government, student ministry, missions trips, Enactus (formerly known as SIFE), honors program, Visual Arts club, choir, band, orchestra, plays....the list goes on!
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Doesn't exist! But you'll make friends through your dorm pretty fast. :)
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
There haven't been any issues so far. There are on-campus police cars and a 24/7 safety hotline you can call for any reason. They will also escort you across campus at night if you feel unsafe.
JBU is a wonderful place to live and study! The motto, head, heart, hand, exemplifies their focus on educating the whole person. You are NOT just a number here!
Come for a campus visit so you can get a feel for the community. The genuine friendliness I experienced on my visit was a big factor in my decision to attend.
So far, I have experienced what I feel is an appropriate level of academic rigor. I am taking 17 hours, which is more than the average freshman load, but I feel it is just the right combination of challenging, yet manageable. The professors genuinely want you to succeed, and for the most part they are very approachable. They are interested in you as a person, not only a student. It is common for professors to have students over for dinner or movies! The academic environment here is very unique. The profs are dedicated to your growth, not just intellectually, but emotionally and spiritually as well. It will be a challenge, but not impossible or ridiculous.
Dorm life so far is awesome! Each dorm has it's own unique community. There are co-ed dorms, an all-girls dorm, and an all-guys dorm. The RA's are very caring and kind, and the dorm room is bigger than I expected. Everyone I've met is really nice, and you can choose how social you want to be. If you're an extrovert, there will be plenty of opportunities for hanging out, meeting people, etc. But if not, that's okay too, and you can still have a very positive experience.
The food-service provider is new this year, and according to upperclassmen, it is much better! Of course, it's caf food, so it's not going to be the same as a home cooked meal, but overall they have LOTS of variety and options for every meal. Here's the low-down on what they offer every day: Breakfast: waffles, omelets, biscuits and gravy, eggs, hashbrowns, yogurt, fruit, granola, and cereal Lunch/Dinner: Taco station, sandwich and wrap bar, pizza and pasta station, vegetarian/gluten free station, salad bar, home cooked station (stuff like baked chicken, mixed veggies, mashed potatoes), all American station (burgers, fries, etc), and a fresh station that serves up more ethnic inspired foods. And of course, tons of desserts and ice cream, soft drinks, coffee, and tea.
Siloam Springs is a small town, but if you are looking for something to do there is nearly always something going on at JBU. Seriously, it's crazy how alive this campus is. Whatever your interest, there is bound to be a club or group for you. There is also a cute downtown area, and awesome hiking trails near by. We're also just about 45 minutes from lots of bigger cities, like Rogers and Fayetteville, that offer shopping, concerts, restaurants, etc.
Yes, it is a private college, so it's going to be more expensive than staying in state. That being said, it is very reasonable for a college of it's quality. (In fact, U.S. News just rated it the #1 value Southern college!). Also, they are pretty generous with financial aid, but you still need to try to apply for as many scholarships as possible!!
Friendly, motivated, curious, honest/genuine, hard-working, fun-loving, and of course, Christian. side note: The campus and classroom have a distinct Christian emphasis, so be aware of this. If this is what you are looking for, then JBU is just about as good as it gets! But if you don't want this, consider attending somewhere else, or just be prepared for it.
Just about anything you could imagine! Here's what I can think of off the top of my head: swing dancing club, anime club, intramural sports, Dead Poets Society, student government, student ministry, missions trips, Enactus (formerly known as SIFE), honors program, Visual Arts club, choir, band, orchestra, plays....the list goes on!
Doesn't exist! But you'll make friends through your dorm pretty fast. :)
There haven't been any issues so far. There are on-campus police cars and a 24/7 safety hotline you can call for any reason. They will also escort you across campus at night if you feel unsafe.