Review of University of South Florida-St Petersburg
from Saint Cloud, FL
Describe your college in three sentences.
USF St.Pete is fantastic for students who want a small school- everything is within walking distance, and I already personally know both the student body president and vice president. Having small classes makes it easy for the teachers to know your name and be able to help you as an individual. The school is also very good at putting together fun events for everyone, even people who don't generally like events.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Don't buy textbooks until you've been to class. The professor will tell you whether they're necessary. Unless there is work assigned from the book (this includes reading unless you already know the material), the book really isn't necessary. Who wants to spend a crazy amount of money on textbooks?
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
This is very biased based upon majors and personal experiance. Some things to note that are not based on major are that many professors are very forgiving- out of four tests, for example, the lowest test score can be dropped. Tests are MUCH harder than quizzes. If studying isn't necessary for quizzes, it is for tests.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Dorms are generally clean and taken care of. In RHO, the shred living space is spacious with beautiful views. The given fridge, microwave, oven, and stove are fantastic for sttudents with small or no meal plans. The USC is a brand new building, making it wonderful all in itself. Rooms are spacious and well put together. Prices are cheap for the nice accomodations, and are much cheaper than most schools.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The food might make people nauscious one day, and then be fantastic the next. Its hit and miss, but the french fries cooked right in front of you are always great. Prices are good, though variety can be lacking.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
There are tons of events going on all the time. If that's not your thing, try free kayaking, or learn to sail for a discounted fee as a student. There are even sailing weekends for a price, in which you can take your friends on an overnight sailing trip.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Super cheap for a good education
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Students who like small classes and small campuses
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Good clubs, but could use more
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
None
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
USF St.Pete is fantastic for students who want a small school- everything is within walking distance, and I already personally know both the student body president and vice president. Having small classes makes it easy for the teachers to know your name and be able to help you as an individual. The school is also very good at putting together fun events for everyone, even people who don't generally like events.
Don't buy textbooks until you've been to class. The professor will tell you whether they're necessary. Unless there is work assigned from the book (this includes reading unless you already know the material), the book really isn't necessary. Who wants to spend a crazy amount of money on textbooks?
This is very biased based upon majors and personal experiance. Some things to note that are not based on major are that many professors are very forgiving- out of four tests, for example, the lowest test score can be dropped. Tests are MUCH harder than quizzes. If studying isn't necessary for quizzes, it is for tests.
Dorms are generally clean and taken care of. In RHO, the shred living space is spacious with beautiful views. The given fridge, microwave, oven, and stove are fantastic for sttudents with small or no meal plans. The USC is a brand new building, making it wonderful all in itself. Rooms are spacious and well put together. Prices are cheap for the nice accomodations, and are much cheaper than most schools.
The food might make people nauscious one day, and then be fantastic the next. Its hit and miss, but the french fries cooked right in front of you are always great. Prices are good, though variety can be lacking.
There are tons of events going on all the time. If that's not your thing, try free kayaking, or learn to sail for a discounted fee as a student. There are even sailing weekends for a price, in which you can take your friends on an overnight sailing trip.
Super cheap for a good education
Students who like small classes and small campuses
Good clubs, but could use more
None
Never feel unsafe