Webster University

Webster University

Saint Louis, MO, USA
Private
4 Year

Corinne's Review

Review of Webster University

from Saint Louis, MO

Describe your college in three sentences.

Webster University is a unique college located in a beautiful neighborhood. It's small class sizes make it personal and student oriented. Also, Webster's strong international presence makes the student body diverse and interesting.

Do you have any tips for prospective students?

Prospective students should plan on getting involved on campus to learn about ll the opportunities that Webster has to offer. Webster can be an amazing place to learn and thrive but only if the student allows himself or herself to grow and thrive.

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

Webster's classes, although not as rigorous as other St. Louis Universities, are challenging enough to prepare students for their prospective fields. With such small class sizes, professors can get direct feedback from students on the rigor of the class.

Describe the dorm life at your college.

Webster University recently built two new dorm buildings. The communities found in the dorms on campus are strong and happy. Students get to know their Resident Assistants well and they're comfortable and happy in the updated rooms.

Describe the food and dining at your college.

Marletto's, Blimpie's, Freshens and WOW Chicken all provide many options for students dining on campus. Marletto's supports vegan and vegetarian lifestyles and well as many other kinds of foods. The University Center has three different options for those who want food on the go. Sandwiches, chicken, burgers, pretzels and smoothies are all offered.

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

Webster Groves offers many fun places to hangout such as Weber's Front Row or Blackburn Park. Beyond that, St. Louis city offers many venues, restaurants, bars, theaters and other places for college students to enjoy. Webster University itself always has events going on like plays, movie screenings and fake proms. A special highlight of Webster's is the annual Drag Ball.

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

Webster University is worth the price tag. The campus is lovely and accessible, the professors are intelligent and informed and every student graduates with what they need to survive in the real world.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Webster has a University Center like many colleges and universities. But unlike other college and universities, Webster has a flag hanging to represent each country that Webster students come from. There are over 50!

Which types of students will excel at your college?

Webster University is great for artistic, different, intelligent students who enjoy personalized attention and small class size.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

Webster University has many diverse clubs and activities. From the Quidditch Club to the Student Education Association, Webster has an academic or fun club for every student.

Are you involved in any clubs or activities?

Webster is not strong in the Greek Life category. But, although there is only one sorority, Delta Phi Epsilon is a strong sisterhood of intelligent women who volunteer in and around the community.

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

The city of Webster Groves is an extremely safe area and Webster University has many safety precautions. Campus Security patrols 24/7 and all the parking areas are well lit at night. There are also many blue light safety poles where people can press a button for emergency services.