University of California-Davis

University of California-Davis

Davis, CA, USA
Public
4 Year

Michelle's Review

Review of University of California-Davis

from San Jose, CA

Do you feel you’re learning a lot?

The University of California school system has a reputation of being one of the best in our nation. For 100 years, UC Davis has proved itself to be a school that values excellence in all the roads education has to offer. One in every three Californians have trusted this university to provide them with their best college experience, and with its ever thriving academic and social environment, you can put your trust in its hands as well. Do you feel like you wouldn't be challenged? Thank again. There are various honors programs that can put you to the test, from the Integrated Studies Program and the Davis Honors Challenge to the 20+ honor societies. Not looking forward to that math and chemistry course? Take something out of the ordinary! Learn about mushrooms, human sexuality, wine-making, tractor driving, or even how to milk a cow! There is no doubt that anyone can find something to fit their shoe at UC Davis.

Do you enjoy the experience at your school?

You're going to live in Cow Town? Despite what everyone thinks, Davis is not a complete cow town. Okay, sure, we have a greater density of cows than any other UC campus, but it's not like you're getting that horrific cow stench like you do when driving on I-5. Remember, Davis is a college town! Things are always happening. If you feel like it's not, do not panic! Sacramento is only 20 minutes away, San Francisco is at most an hour of a drive, and Lake Tahoe is a 1.5-2 hour road trip. Wanting to get further away? Take a bus, train, or plane! Stations for all are only minutes away from campus. And for all of you who like to party, don't you worry. ;)

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

Yes, yes, yes!

Do you have any tips for prospective students?

Want to learn more about UC Davis? Feel free to go onto http://daviswiki.org.

Which types of students will excel at your college?

- Science majors - People who love the great outdoors - People who love to exercise indoors! Our ARC (Activities and Recreation Center) is a top notch gym. - Students who want an impressive education without the cutthroat, competitive nature of others. - Students who want to go green! Davis is THE bike capital of the nation.