UMass Amherst was not my first choice, but I was happily surprised by how knowledgable every one of my professors was. I feel that even after my first semester I am already more prepared to go out and begin working in my field.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
The university is right in the middle of Amherst, which is a GREAT college town. There is always something to do or somewhere to go, whether it be right into convenient Amherst Center or Northhampton for some great shopping and restaurants. Everyone is so friendly on campus and there is a lot of night life. However, because there is so much to do, some people might become overwhelmed by the noise at night, depending on where you live. Also, because the school is so large (over 20,000 students) it is possible to get lost if a smaller school is more your style.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Because UMass is funded by the state, the tuition for those that live in Massachusetts is fantastic when compared to the education you receive. It can be a bit pricey for out-of-state students, but not as much as any of the Ivy League or big-name universities. Plus, freshmen are guaranteed housing and I have always been satisfied with the food at the dining halls.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
If there is a RAP offered for people in your major, take advantage of it your freshman year. I regret not requesting one because it was harder for me to forge relationships with people in my major because everyone else already knew each other from living in the same building. RAPs help because you meet people in your building that you have classes with and that have similar interests.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
In-state students will benefit from the lower prices. Also, anyone interested in the sciences will find that UMass Amherst is a leading public research university. It is also great for anyone interested in meeting many new people and anyone not intimidated by the size of the campus.
UMass Amherst was not my first choice, but I was happily surprised by how knowledgable every one of my professors was. I feel that even after my first semester I am already more prepared to go out and begin working in my field.
The university is right in the middle of Amherst, which is a GREAT college town. There is always something to do or somewhere to go, whether it be right into convenient Amherst Center or Northhampton for some great shopping and restaurants. Everyone is so friendly on campus and there is a lot of night life. However, because there is so much to do, some people might become overwhelmed by the noise at night, depending on where you live. Also, because the school is so large (over 20,000 students) it is possible to get lost if a smaller school is more your style.
Because UMass is funded by the state, the tuition for those that live in Massachusetts is fantastic when compared to the education you receive. It can be a bit pricey for out-of-state students, but not as much as any of the Ivy League or big-name universities. Plus, freshmen are guaranteed housing and I have always been satisfied with the food at the dining halls.
If there is a RAP offered for people in your major, take advantage of it your freshman year. I regret not requesting one because it was harder for me to forge relationships with people in my major because everyone else already knew each other from living in the same building. RAPs help because you meet people in your building that you have classes with and that have similar interests.
In-state students will benefit from the lower prices. Also, anyone interested in the sciences will find that UMass Amherst is a leading public research university. It is also great for anyone interested in meeting many new people and anyone not intimidated by the size of the campus.