I took college classes in high school, so I was able to dabble in my chosen field my first year of school, which was really great. I have a very specific major (Geography with GIS certificate), and the teachers here are very knowledgable and helpful. There is an wonderful variety of classes here; everyone should be able to find something they enjoy. University of Idaho also gets a lot of points from me because their Geography Department is impressive enough for me to come all the way from TX for this education!
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
I love it here! I found a really great Christian group (Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship, if you are interested), who are amazingly welcoming. I didn't know a single person when I came to this school, but most people are friendly and helpful. It's also so beautiful in Moscow, and the school and town grew up together - so the bulk of the town is close and accessible.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
University of Idaho is wonderful with giving people scholarships. They try to make it easy for you to come to school here. Out-of-state tuition is always an absurd price, but this university made it well worth my while to go to school here. I thank them for taking the financial burden off my parents by giving out scholarships I don't even have to apply for! They automatically consider you for any scholarship whose requirements you meet.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
PLEASE take classes in your major field your first year, even if it means you don't get all university basics done. It's better to know right out of the gate whether it's the major you still want to pursue. Be ready to walk. It's really the only way to see the campus, and it's small enough where it's not a big deal. It's also very dry here. I come from a very humid climate, and it was a bit of a shock.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
People who aren't afraid to be themselves will do wonderfully here. Even followers will find a group of people they like. There is amazing variety at this school.
I took college classes in high school, so I was able to dabble in my chosen field my first year of school, which was really great. I have a very specific major (Geography with GIS certificate), and the teachers here are very knowledgable and helpful. There is an wonderful variety of classes here; everyone should be able to find something they enjoy. University of Idaho also gets a lot of points from me because their Geography Department is impressive enough for me to come all the way from TX for this education!
I love it here! I found a really great Christian group (Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship, if you are interested), who are amazingly welcoming. I didn't know a single person when I came to this school, but most people are friendly and helpful. It's also so beautiful in Moscow, and the school and town grew up together - so the bulk of the town is close and accessible.
University of Idaho is wonderful with giving people scholarships. They try to make it easy for you to come to school here. Out-of-state tuition is always an absurd price, but this university made it well worth my while to go to school here. I thank them for taking the financial burden off my parents by giving out scholarships I don't even have to apply for! They automatically consider you for any scholarship whose requirements you meet.
PLEASE take classes in your major field your first year, even if it means you don't get all university basics done. It's better to know right out of the gate whether it's the major you still want to pursue. Be ready to walk. It's really the only way to see the campus, and it's small enough where it's not a big deal. It's also very dry here. I come from a very humid climate, and it was a bit of a shock.
People who aren't afraid to be themselves will do wonderfully here. Even followers will find a group of people they like. There is amazing variety at this school.