Student to Professor ratio is great; I chose UC Merced over other universities I got accepted into because of this. To be honest though, it all depends on what type of person you are. We're all adults here, it is a matter of personal choice and responsibility in whether you choose to show up to classes, focus, and take that extra initiative to get to know your professors. Just because the classes are smaller here do not expect your professors to automatically take notice of you.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
I come from a very busy city [DTLA] so with that said, anything aside from The Bay and LA in California is pretty much slow pace for me. But Merced is very chill, it can get boring at times but if you hang with the right people any place can be fun. The sushi places are legit, and J&R Tacos is cool too. The best part of it all is that you can rent a whole house w/pools and big yards here for the same price as a tiny *butt bedroom apartment in LA. Trust. * Apparently I can't use language that is deemed inappropriate
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Yes, the houses here are hella cheaper than any other place, but tuition fees will kick your butt. . . well at least it kicks mine. Like any other UCs, Merced is no exception, it's getting expensive here too. So prepare yourself, if you aren't getting a full ride scholarship, make sure you take advantage of the job opportunities they offer here. Don't hesitate or wait, get an early start and start building up your resume.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
-Do NOT procrastinate [this is where most of us falter]
-Time Management IS important [there's a reason behind why they keep emphasizing it during Welcome Week]
-Grades are important but remember it is also important to network and get to know staffs and other students on campus
-Enjoy college but remember you didn't pay $25,000+ to party hard and then be put on academic probation.
Student to Professor ratio is great; I chose UC Merced over other universities I got accepted into because of this. To be honest though, it all depends on what type of person you are. We're all adults here, it is a matter of personal choice and responsibility in whether you choose to show up to classes, focus, and take that extra initiative to get to know your professors. Just because the classes are smaller here do not expect your professors to automatically take notice of you.
I come from a very busy city [DTLA] so with that said, anything aside from The Bay and LA in California is pretty much slow pace for me. But Merced is very chill, it can get boring at times but if you hang with the right people any place can be fun. The sushi places are legit, and J&R Tacos is cool too. The best part of it all is that you can rent a whole house w/pools and big yards here for the same price as a tiny *butt bedroom apartment in LA. Trust. * Apparently I can't use language that is deemed inappropriate
Yes, the houses here are hella cheaper than any other place, but tuition fees will kick your butt. . . well at least it kicks mine. Like any other UCs, Merced is no exception, it's getting expensive here too. So prepare yourself, if you aren't getting a full ride scholarship, make sure you take advantage of the job opportunities they offer here. Don't hesitate or wait, get an early start and start building up your resume.
-Do NOT procrastinate [this is where most of us falter] -Time Management IS important [there's a reason behind why they keep emphasizing it during Welcome Week] -Grades are important but remember it is also important to network and get to know staffs and other students on campus -Enjoy college but remember you didn't pay $25,000+ to party hard and then be put on academic probation.