Stockton was an amazing experience for my undergraduate education. The school is located in the middle of the New Jersey Pine Barrens and offers a campus that reflects the institution's dedication to environmental preservation. An ever-expanding list of majors, minors, athletics, clubs, and activities keeps this liberal university interesting and relevant amongst the competition with NJ's other state schools.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Even though Stockton is close to Atlantic City, the Jersey shore, the Hamilton and Egg Harbor Township shopping area with lots of restaurants and stores, mostly all of your time will be hanging out with friends on campus. Take advantage of the nature trails and Lake Fred with your downtime, the campus is truly beautiful all year long. I pursued a political science degree at Stockton and I can say that I learned a ton from some very dedicated professors. My coursework was sometimes intense and sometimes light, but overall I was happy and fulfilled with my education when I graduated. With all of the interesting course options, its easy to get distracted from your major. Many of my friends became "super-seniors" and stayed at Stockton for 5 or more years because they just didn't want to leave! Finish your degree in 4 years or less and save yourself the student loans.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
I didn't find Stockton to be overwhelmingly difficult. I graduated with a 3.67 GPA in Political Science. Most courses require attendance and professors are approachable and very willing to give you the tools to succeed. I was able to tackle more core major courses while also leaving at least one or two courses per semester to take a "just for fun" type of class. For example, I took a class on creating a graphic novel that was super enjoyable. Follow this advice: Do not take Stockton's notorious one-word courses. Examples of these include courses like Trees, Volcanoes, and Bicycles. These courses sound simple enough but they are intense and difficult. Ask any Stockton alumni and they will tell you the same!
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Stockton's on-campus life is terrific. I met life-long friends at Stockton and I still talk to my one roommate every single day. The campus always has activities happening but most of campus life is with friends in the dorms and in the apartments. Living on campus can be pricey but I wouldn't change my time living at Stockton for anything. Going on midnight walks through the woods, kayaking on Lake Fred, adventuring to the upperclassmen apartments when I was a Freshman. This is the stuff I'll remember forever. Live on campus, you won't regret it!
Describe the food and dining at your college.
When I was at Stockton, food options were just starting to expand. I recently visited the campus for some transcript paperwork and I was amazed at the options around campus. I'm not sure if Lakeside Grill is still there but it was a Lodge-style building near the apartments that offered all sorts of fried foods and pizza. N-Wing Cafeteria was the go-to place for freshman to eat. Lots of spots around campus during the day for snacks and lunch. G-wing Cafeteria was also a good place for dinners. I think there are more options than these available on campus but the school is also close to lots of restaurants, pizza, fast-food. You won't go hungry at Stockton.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
There are lots of things to do around Stockton that are supplied by the school such as movie nights, game nights, and carnivals in N-wing cafeteria. Aside from school-sponsored events theres just the beautiful campus to be explored with friends. Lots of nature trails wind through the Pine Barrens. A good amount of Weird NJ spots are close to campus too if you're feeling adventurous. Lake Fred can be canoed or Kayaked across. There are athletic fields and the gym with a nice track around it. I found a home at the campus radio station for a year, hosting a late night radio show with one of my best friends.
There are lots of magical things about Stockton that I can't explain, but there was never a dull moment at Stockton even though the school is pretty secluded in the Pine Barrens. Its not a city school by any stretch of the imagination. This is the type of school you go to so that you can forge long-lasting friendships and create memories with the people you know.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Stockton has grown into a university from the time I attended in 2006-2010 when it was still Stockton College. I graduated at the time of the 2008 recession so jobs were scarce and unemployment was high. Although I didn't leave Stockton and immediately find a lucrative job, I left with a very well-rounded liberal arts education that I can appreciate today. I feel like my Stockton experience was only 50% about the classroom education, although I can confidently say that the professors were terrific. The other 50% of the Stockton experience for me was about living away from home and creating incredible friendships and life-long memories. Visit Stockton and you'll see that it's an awesome place! Living at Stockton is a completely different experience from the commuter student experience. I did both. LIVE AT STOCKTON.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
The dark path is meant to be adventured with friends, be safe at night! Ewok Village is a moss-covered cedar grove near the freshman dorms. The island. Lake Betty. The observatory. A Weird NJ location near Stockton is called Indian Cabin Road. There are lots of hidden spots around Stockton and I feel like I've already mentioned too much! These are secrets that you find out by living there.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Introverts, extroverts, hippies, beach bums, study-bugs, party people, athletes, gamers, anime lovers, everyone and everyone. I'm a straight A student and I loved Stockton and the campus life. I have friends who are slackers and they also had an amazing time. Stockton has it all for everyone. I would definitely recommend Stockton to anyone who isn't expecting a city environment. The school is smack in the middle of the NJ Pine Barrens. You can take a bus or train to Philly or NY but its not super close. If you want a big city college experience, I'd recommend Rutgers. Stockton has a very particular charm to it. It's kind of NJ's oddball state school.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Between sports, clubs, and on-campus organizations and activities there are tons of things to get involved with at Stockton. Absolutely no shortage of groups from community service and academic related groups to social and just-for-fun groups like paintball club, marine science club, bird-watching club, etc. Join a club, make tons of friends! Or don't and lay in a hammock by Lake Fred, its all good.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Stockton has a robust Greek life but I wasn't involved in that. I knew some people who loved being in a fraternity but it just wasn't for me.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Stockton has emergency call beacons all over campus and there is a moderate security presence. When I was living on campus I never felt like I was in danger or that a police officer was too far out of reach. Stockton's police force is NJ state troopers and they are very friendly to all students. They're not trying to bust anyone for anything dumb, they just want to make sure everyone is safe on campus. Stockton also has AtlantiCare community hospital ON CAMPUS. It's just at the edge of Vera King and Jimmie Leeds Rd.
Stockton was an amazing experience for my undergraduate education. The school is located in the middle of the New Jersey Pine Barrens and offers a campus that reflects the institution's dedication to environmental preservation. An ever-expanding list of majors, minors, athletics, clubs, and activities keeps this liberal university interesting and relevant amongst the competition with NJ's other state schools.
Even though Stockton is close to Atlantic City, the Jersey shore, the Hamilton and Egg Harbor Township shopping area with lots of restaurants and stores, mostly all of your time will be hanging out with friends on campus. Take advantage of the nature trails and Lake Fred with your downtime, the campus is truly beautiful all year long. I pursued a political science degree at Stockton and I can say that I learned a ton from some very dedicated professors. My coursework was sometimes intense and sometimes light, but overall I was happy and fulfilled with my education when I graduated. With all of the interesting course options, its easy to get distracted from your major. Many of my friends became "super-seniors" and stayed at Stockton for 5 or more years because they just didn't want to leave! Finish your degree in 4 years or less and save yourself the student loans.
I didn't find Stockton to be overwhelmingly difficult. I graduated with a 3.67 GPA in Political Science. Most courses require attendance and professors are approachable and very willing to give you the tools to succeed. I was able to tackle more core major courses while also leaving at least one or two courses per semester to take a "just for fun" type of class. For example, I took a class on creating a graphic novel that was super enjoyable. Follow this advice: Do not take Stockton's notorious one-word courses. Examples of these include courses like Trees, Volcanoes, and Bicycles. These courses sound simple enough but they are intense and difficult. Ask any Stockton alumni and they will tell you the same!
Stockton's on-campus life is terrific. I met life-long friends at Stockton and I still talk to my one roommate every single day. The campus always has activities happening but most of campus life is with friends in the dorms and in the apartments. Living on campus can be pricey but I wouldn't change my time living at Stockton for anything. Going on midnight walks through the woods, kayaking on Lake Fred, adventuring to the upperclassmen apartments when I was a Freshman. This is the stuff I'll remember forever. Live on campus, you won't regret it!
When I was at Stockton, food options were just starting to expand. I recently visited the campus for some transcript paperwork and I was amazed at the options around campus. I'm not sure if Lakeside Grill is still there but it was a Lodge-style building near the apartments that offered all sorts of fried foods and pizza. N-Wing Cafeteria was the go-to place for freshman to eat. Lots of spots around campus during the day for snacks and lunch. G-wing Cafeteria was also a good place for dinners. I think there are more options than these available on campus but the school is also close to lots of restaurants, pizza, fast-food. You won't go hungry at Stockton.
There are lots of things to do around Stockton that are supplied by the school such as movie nights, game nights, and carnivals in N-wing cafeteria. Aside from school-sponsored events theres just the beautiful campus to be explored with friends. Lots of nature trails wind through the Pine Barrens. A good amount of Weird NJ spots are close to campus too if you're feeling adventurous. Lake Fred can be canoed or Kayaked across. There are athletic fields and the gym with a nice track around it. I found a home at the campus radio station for a year, hosting a late night radio show with one of my best friends. There are lots of magical things about Stockton that I can't explain, but there was never a dull moment at Stockton even though the school is pretty secluded in the Pine Barrens. Its not a city school by any stretch of the imagination. This is the type of school you go to so that you can forge long-lasting friendships and create memories with the people you know.
Stockton has grown into a university from the time I attended in 2006-2010 when it was still Stockton College. I graduated at the time of the 2008 recession so jobs were scarce and unemployment was high. Although I didn't leave Stockton and immediately find a lucrative job, I left with a very well-rounded liberal arts education that I can appreciate today. I feel like my Stockton experience was only 50% about the classroom education, although I can confidently say that the professors were terrific. The other 50% of the Stockton experience for me was about living away from home and creating incredible friendships and life-long memories. Visit Stockton and you'll see that it's an awesome place! Living at Stockton is a completely different experience from the commuter student experience. I did both. LIVE AT STOCKTON.
The dark path is meant to be adventured with friends, be safe at night! Ewok Village is a moss-covered cedar grove near the freshman dorms. The island. Lake Betty. The observatory. A Weird NJ location near Stockton is called Indian Cabin Road. There are lots of hidden spots around Stockton and I feel like I've already mentioned too much! These are secrets that you find out by living there.
Introverts, extroverts, hippies, beach bums, study-bugs, party people, athletes, gamers, anime lovers, everyone and everyone. I'm a straight A student and I loved Stockton and the campus life. I have friends who are slackers and they also had an amazing time. Stockton has it all for everyone. I would definitely recommend Stockton to anyone who isn't expecting a city environment. The school is smack in the middle of the NJ Pine Barrens. You can take a bus or train to Philly or NY but its not super close. If you want a big city college experience, I'd recommend Rutgers. Stockton has a very particular charm to it. It's kind of NJ's oddball state school.
Between sports, clubs, and on-campus organizations and activities there are tons of things to get involved with at Stockton. Absolutely no shortage of groups from community service and academic related groups to social and just-for-fun groups like paintball club, marine science club, bird-watching club, etc. Join a club, make tons of friends! Or don't and lay in a hammock by Lake Fred, its all good.
Stockton has a robust Greek life but I wasn't involved in that. I knew some people who loved being in a fraternity but it just wasn't for me.
Stockton has emergency call beacons all over campus and there is a moderate security presence. When I was living on campus I never felt like I was in danger or that a police officer was too far out of reach. Stockton's police force is NJ state troopers and they are very friendly to all students. They're not trying to bust anyone for anything dumb, they just want to make sure everyone is safe on campus. Stockton also has AtlantiCare community hospital ON CAMPUS. It's just at the edge of Vera King and Jimmie Leeds Rd.