Occidental College

Occidental College

Los Angeles, CA, USA
Private
4 Year

Chad's Review

Review of Occidental College

from Los Angeles, CA

Describe your college in three sentences.

Great environment and students are all nice. Study environment is balanced and there aren't as many distractions. School doesn't get enough credit for how hard it is.

Do you have any tips for prospective students?

Stay focused and become involved. Get out and keep busy!

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

School here is challenging but if you study enough you'll be fine.

Describe the dorm life at your college.

Meet great people and everyone is friendly.

Describe the food and dining at your college.

Food here is suppose to be one of the best!

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

Athletic facilities are always available, and parties are pretty laid back.

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

Faculty members are almost always available and everything is well kept together.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

On a person's birthday they get thrown into the water fountain in front of the campus.

Which types of students will excel at your college?

Students willing to put in hard work with the books.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

Intramural sports, various clubs on campus that travel

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

Limited but not exclusive.

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

Very prompt but often too strict.