The academics are challenging and keep you thinking. Football and traditions here are important. Roll Tide.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
The campus is very large, but don't be overwhelmed because everything is very easy to get to. Go to the football games and get involved. Make sure to have fun but always put academics first.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Classes can be tough, it really depends on the professor. The library will become your best friend for homework and studying.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Dorm life is awesome! You meet so many amazing people and have the best experiences. It's great living on campus and being close to everything. A lot of students live on campus their sophomore year as well.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The food at the dining halls is pretty good, but gets boring and old after awhile. They do try to mix things up every once in awhile so make sure to go to the dining halls when they have themed days.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Go for a walk on the river, volunteer with community service group, fraternity parties, going out on the strip. It is never boring here!
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
You are paying a lot, but you also get a lot in return. The professors are very knowledgeable and the campus is beautiful!
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
The traditions are endless here, especially during football season with the walk of champions and Big Al's elephant stomp. Not to mention saying roll tide becomes a normal phrase in your vocabulary.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
If you want a big campus with a lot of people, but also want a small campus feel Alabama is the place for you. While there are a lot of people that go here and classes can be big, the University offers many opportunities for smaller class sizes and many different interest groups so you can be a part of this large university without getting lost in the crowd.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Get on Board day every year shows all of our clubs and activities that we have to offer. There is no way of not finding your niche because there are many different types of clubs and groups for every type of person.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Greek life is very prevalent but not necessary. A lot of the school is Greek and the parties are pretty fun, but you can have a lot of fun not joining a fraternity or sorority as well.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
I feel very safe here and have never thought I wasn't safe. UAPD is very prevalent and there are emergency light poles all over campus.
The academics are challenging and keep you thinking. Football and traditions here are important. Roll Tide.
The campus is very large, but don't be overwhelmed because everything is very easy to get to. Go to the football games and get involved. Make sure to have fun but always put academics first.
Classes can be tough, it really depends on the professor. The library will become your best friend for homework and studying.
Dorm life is awesome! You meet so many amazing people and have the best experiences. It's great living on campus and being close to everything. A lot of students live on campus their sophomore year as well.
The food at the dining halls is pretty good, but gets boring and old after awhile. They do try to mix things up every once in awhile so make sure to go to the dining halls when they have themed days.
Go for a walk on the river, volunteer with community service group, fraternity parties, going out on the strip. It is never boring here!
You are paying a lot, but you also get a lot in return. The professors are very knowledgeable and the campus is beautiful!
The traditions are endless here, especially during football season with the walk of champions and Big Al's elephant stomp. Not to mention saying roll tide becomes a normal phrase in your vocabulary.
If you want a big campus with a lot of people, but also want a small campus feel Alabama is the place for you. While there are a lot of people that go here and classes can be big, the University offers many opportunities for smaller class sizes and many different interest groups so you can be a part of this large university without getting lost in the crowd.
Get on Board day every year shows all of our clubs and activities that we have to offer. There is no way of not finding your niche because there are many different types of clubs and groups for every type of person.
Greek life is very prevalent but not necessary. A lot of the school is Greek and the parties are pretty fun, but you can have a lot of fun not joining a fraternity or sorority as well.
I feel very safe here and have never thought I wasn't safe. UAPD is very prevalent and there are emergency light poles all over campus.