Virginia State University is one that I would recommend for future students. The degrees offered are ones that are rated excellent. Virginia State understands how to balance social and school work.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Apply for as many scholarships as you can! Being out of state, my tuition is higher so scholarships and grants come in handy. Do not get distracted by the college life your freshman year because your academics will affect you more than the party life will. Interact with classmates, including upperclassmen. Virginia State is a very friendly environment and most people talk to everyone.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
The academics are taken seriously here but social events happen on the yard as well. It is a good idea to get a close relationship with your advisor as they are able to help you throughout the year. Create a relationship with your teachers as well.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
The dorm life is a good experience depending on where you are placed. The dorms are for the most part clean but like I said depending on where you are, and who is placed with you depends on the cleanliness of the hall. There are custodians in most of the dorms that have a community style bathroom
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The food is good when you first get here. Every Wednesday there is fried chicken and every Friday there is fish for lunch. Throughout the week, it varies. The healthy options are very limited which is a downfall about Virginia State. It is very social in the cafe. Music is often played on speakers throughout the dining hall.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
For fun, there are local house parties around campus. They are walking distant but make sure you are walking with someone else, especially at night. If you do not have a car, there is a shuttle that takes you to the mall and wal mart. If you have a car, you are able to do a lot more. Throughout the year, there are clubs that have parties and buses get sent to the university to pick the kids up.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
The Greek Life at Virginia State is very live! Everyone tries to come out to all the step shows and step-offs. Do not let it be known what you wish to pledge to others. It is something that no one except for you are supposed to know.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
It is very good! Police are always driving around making sure the campus is secure. There are emergency post at every other corner so if you are walking late at night alone(which is not recommended) and feel unsafe or something happens and you need help, you can push the button and assistance will immediately will be sent out. While help is coming, every camera around you will be pointed in your direction to make sure you are okay while someone is coming. So safety is very good at Virginia State.
Virginia State University is one that I would recommend for future students. The degrees offered are ones that are rated excellent. Virginia State understands how to balance social and school work.
Apply for as many scholarships as you can! Being out of state, my tuition is higher so scholarships and grants come in handy. Do not get distracted by the college life your freshman year because your academics will affect you more than the party life will. Interact with classmates, including upperclassmen. Virginia State is a very friendly environment and most people talk to everyone.
The academics are taken seriously here but social events happen on the yard as well. It is a good idea to get a close relationship with your advisor as they are able to help you throughout the year. Create a relationship with your teachers as well.
The dorm life is a good experience depending on where you are placed. The dorms are for the most part clean but like I said depending on where you are, and who is placed with you depends on the cleanliness of the hall. There are custodians in most of the dorms that have a community style bathroom
The food is good when you first get here. Every Wednesday there is fried chicken and every Friday there is fish for lunch. Throughout the week, it varies. The healthy options are very limited which is a downfall about Virginia State. It is very social in the cafe. Music is often played on speakers throughout the dining hall.
For fun, there are local house parties around campus. They are walking distant but make sure you are walking with someone else, especially at night. If you do not have a car, there is a shuttle that takes you to the mall and wal mart. If you have a car, you are able to do a lot more. Throughout the year, there are clubs that have parties and buses get sent to the university to pick the kids up.
The Greek Life at Virginia State is very live! Everyone tries to come out to all the step shows and step-offs. Do not let it be known what you wish to pledge to others. It is something that no one except for you are supposed to know.
It is very good! Police are always driving around making sure the campus is secure. There are emergency post at every other corner so if you are walking late at night alone(which is not recommended) and feel unsafe or something happens and you need help, you can push the button and assistance will immediately will be sent out. While help is coming, every camera around you will be pointed in your direction to make sure you are okay while someone is coming. So safety is very good at Virginia State.