Review of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
from Mission, TX
Do you feel you’re learning a lot?
The academics here are great. All the courses are just as challenging as they would be in any other major university. Meeting with your professors is very easy, and the classes are relatively small. Tutoring is very easy to get and you will learn a great deal. Classes are very easy to pass as long as you do your assignments, and the teachers are very willing to help and teach there students to a great extent.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
I do enjoy being here. They have many social events such as the tailgate parties before the basketball games, and many of the movie nights at the student union theater. Not to mention the barbeque's they have during the weekdays as well, and the yearly block party at the beginning of the year. All the events revolve around the student union which is basically the hang out for all the students here at UTPA.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
This university is definitley worth every penny. It has very affordable high quality education, which is just a fraction of the price of many other universities throughout the nation. Many students may feel that they can't afford to go to a university, however, I highly recommend that they look into UTPA. The financial aid office is very helpful, and has many grants, loans, and scholarships that are very easy to apply for.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Never be afraid to ask questions, and don't be intimidated by any professors. Attend your classes and you will most likely pass. If you have any questions besides academics, don't be afraid to ask your advisors nor departments heads because everyone is willing to help.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
This university is great for Hispanic students especially because the majority of the population here is Hispanic. But it is also great for anyone who wants to get a great quality education for a very low price.
The academics here are great. All the courses are just as challenging as they would be in any other major university. Meeting with your professors is very easy, and the classes are relatively small. Tutoring is very easy to get and you will learn a great deal. Classes are very easy to pass as long as you do your assignments, and the teachers are very willing to help and teach there students to a great extent.
I do enjoy being here. They have many social events such as the tailgate parties before the basketball games, and many of the movie nights at the student union theater. Not to mention the barbeque's they have during the weekdays as well, and the yearly block party at the beginning of the year. All the events revolve around the student union which is basically the hang out for all the students here at UTPA.
This university is definitley worth every penny. It has very affordable high quality education, which is just a fraction of the price of many other universities throughout the nation. Many students may feel that they can't afford to go to a university, however, I highly recommend that they look into UTPA. The financial aid office is very helpful, and has many grants, loans, and scholarships that are very easy to apply for.
Never be afraid to ask questions, and don't be intimidated by any professors. Attend your classes and you will most likely pass. If you have any questions besides academics, don't be afraid to ask your advisors nor departments heads because everyone is willing to help.
This university is great for Hispanic students especially because the majority of the population here is Hispanic. But it is also great for anyone who wants to get a great quality education for a very low price.