Viterbo University

Viterbo University

La Crosse, WI, USA
Private
4 Year

Samantha's Review

Review of Viterbo University

from La Crosse, WI

Describe your college in three sentences.

Viterbo University is a great university for anyone looking to pursue any type of career. They really prepare you for you career interests and get you out into the field once you have chosen your major or field of interest. It is important for Viterbo to make sure all students are well prepared once they graduate.

Do you have any tips for prospective students?

For students interested in attending Viterbo University, I would advise them to come prepared and ready to learn and work hard, not only in the classroom but also when doing field work. Be ready to be challenged in new ways and have an unwilling need to learn and ask questions as you begin your journey. Viterbo is also expensive, so if you are not sure or interested you may want to explore other options to be sure that this is the right school for you.

Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?

Viterbo is very challenging and causes students to think in new ways that maybe a public school would not allow them to do. Not only do you apply knowledge in the classroom, but in real life settings as well. This is how it can be challenging, but Viterbo wants all of their students to be prepared and ready for the chosen career path once they graduate.

Describe the dorm life at your college.

I personally have not experienced dorm life at Viterbo, but they do have a brand new residence hall that was just built this year. It is very clean and bigger than the typical college residence hall.

Describe the food and dining at your college.

The dining services at Viterbo are excellent. Most of the food that Viterbo has to offer is great and the dining services really do cater to student needs. There may not be a lot to chose from but what they do offer is quite good.

What’s there to do for fun at your college?

Athletic events are a huge part of the Viterbo life as well as music/art shows. Viterbo is known for the many musical talents in the midwestern area and there are many shows offered monthly. There are many student clubs and organizations for every major or career path that the students may choose to join as well.

Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?

Viterbo may be more expensive than most schools in the country, but most students are able to qualify for financial aid. Also, they do an excellent job of preparing students for the outside world once they graduate. Most of the student's time will be spent outside of the classroom and practicing with real life situations, which most other public schools do not offer.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There not many unusual traditions that Viterbo has to offer.

Which types of students will excel at your college?

Dedicated, hard-working, and students who are willing to persevere through anything (financially, socially, academically).

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

There are many clubs and activities to join at Viterbo: a number of athletic teams including intramural teams, clubs with each major, a number of activities offered every weekend and most days of the week.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

I have not had any experiences with Greek Life on campus.

How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?

This is one of the safest campuses in the state. There is always a school police officer on duty as well as much access to any help that students in distress may need. They have a fantastic student development center that helps anyone who may feel threatened by anyone. It is also a small campus and it feels more like a family than it does an institution. Everyone seems to be really close and students feel more at home.