Philadelphia University is an interesting University. You would find that most students are very academically driven and focused. This separates PhilaU from the college stereotype of constant parties and going out. I am an Architecture student and from my experience in the College of Architecture and the built Environment I have gained much knowledge and professional experience in my field. Never a class over 35 students I always have a personal relationship with my professors and they are always willing to share insight or experience towards anything I might ask them. Overall PhilaU's diverse full time and adjunct faculty and staff have a lot of unique information to offer!
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
On campus I am a First Year student Orientation leader, a Building manager in the campus center, a varsity softball player, and have been involved in different leadership initiatives on campus. Of course, I love being here! Best word of advice about Philadelphia University is that it's everything you make of it! So if you involve yourself in things you are interested in or hobbies you love, you will enjoy your time here. There are may faculty staff mentors that will help you develop your niche!
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Tuition is a high price to pay, but is worth it if you are driven and are sure of your major. Because students start into major specific classes in their first year, it becomes more difficult to change majors throughout their collegiate career, ultimately costing more money.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
1) come to open houses! they are a great way to get a first look at the campus! there are student led tours and a lot of infomation!
2) If you're interested in a specific major check out the shadowing program which allows prospective students to follow a current student around for the day in that particular major! It helps prospective students understand the classroom atmosphere and a major they may be unsure of.
3) No matter what school you're looking at ask questions and notice things like, how quickly people respond to your emails and phone calls. Those kinds of things reflect the staff of the college or university and can inform you of how thins might be if you attended school there.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
If I had to describe a Philadelphia University student in three words it would be DRIVEN, HARDWORKING, and PASSIONATE! The student at PhilaU is seen as a professional in their field from day one of their first year! If you have dreams and you want supportive mentors who will help you make them feel realistic PhilaU's the place for you!
Philadelphia University is an interesting University. You would find that most students are very academically driven and focused. This separates PhilaU from the college stereotype of constant parties and going out. I am an Architecture student and from my experience in the College of Architecture and the built Environment I have gained much knowledge and professional experience in my field. Never a class over 35 students I always have a personal relationship with my professors and they are always willing to share insight or experience towards anything I might ask them. Overall PhilaU's diverse full time and adjunct faculty and staff have a lot of unique information to offer!
On campus I am a First Year student Orientation leader, a Building manager in the campus center, a varsity softball player, and have been involved in different leadership initiatives on campus. Of course, I love being here! Best word of advice about Philadelphia University is that it's everything you make of it! So if you involve yourself in things you are interested in or hobbies you love, you will enjoy your time here. There are may faculty staff mentors that will help you develop your niche!
Tuition is a high price to pay, but is worth it if you are driven and are sure of your major. Because students start into major specific classes in their first year, it becomes more difficult to change majors throughout their collegiate career, ultimately costing more money.
1) come to open houses! they are a great way to get a first look at the campus! there are student led tours and a lot of infomation! 2) If you're interested in a specific major check out the shadowing program which allows prospective students to follow a current student around for the day in that particular major! It helps prospective students understand the classroom atmosphere and a major they may be unsure of. 3) No matter what school you're looking at ask questions and notice things like, how quickly people respond to your emails and phone calls. Those kinds of things reflect the staff of the college or university and can inform you of how thins might be if you attended school there.
If I had to describe a Philadelphia University student in three words it would be DRIVEN, HARDWORKING, and PASSIONATE! The student at PhilaU is seen as a professional in their field from day one of their first year! If you have dreams and you want supportive mentors who will help you make them feel realistic PhilaU's the place for you!