Despite being highly selective, Yale nurtures an extremely diverse student body. The range of interests and backgrounds creates a thriving environment both inside and outside the classroom; though the academics are great, the most rewarding part of attending Yale is having your horizons expanded by people who think so differently from yourself.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Be authentic in your application. Trying too hard to sound intelligent will only make you stilted and bland, so instead show the admissions team that you have a unique personality/perspective that will add to the diversity of Yale. Also, seriously consider why you want to attend Yale. "It's an Ivy" is not good enough, and will not earn you an acceptance.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Classes are difficult, especially if you make the most of your time here. That having been said, great classes in areas that interest you generally feel easier, and those are easy to find.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Yale randomly assigns you one of 12 (soon to be 14) residential colleges upon your arrival. Whether your college would have been your first choice or not, you will spend at least one year in it, and this college will significantly impact on your experience here. However, one can transfer in future years. Likewise, roommates and suitemates are carefully selected for freshmen; in future years, one can (and usually does) create one's own suite and rooming situation.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Dining has improved considerably, and the accessibility of nutrition information is fantastic. Dining staff are very accommodating of any special needs students may have, ask for feedback, listen to requests and ideas from students, and host special events.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Because every Eli is different, a community exists for everyone. There are more parties and traditional social scenes than one might expect; at the same time, Yale groups and organizations host a plethora of events on any given weekday.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Yale provides so much more than a classroom education.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
There are so many! It really takes a visit to campus to understand the quirks of each residential college, each extracurricular group, and the many, many unique sites in New Haven.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Hard-working; dedicated to personal interests; creates opportunities for self; makes use of connections and opportunities provided by others
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There's something for everyone. Club members are often very different from one another, but mutual interests foster an environment of acceptance, inclusion, and understanding.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Greek life, though it exists, is less active than at public universities and not that involved in social life on campus.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
The Yale Bubble, as we call it, is a safe and well-patrolled area with many resources for students. New Haven, on the other hand, is not the safest city in America. Nevertheless, smart choices combined with common sense will suffice to keep you safe.
Despite being highly selective, Yale nurtures an extremely diverse student body. The range of interests and backgrounds creates a thriving environment both inside and outside the classroom; though the academics are great, the most rewarding part of attending Yale is having your horizons expanded by people who think so differently from yourself.
Be authentic in your application. Trying too hard to sound intelligent will only make you stilted and bland, so instead show the admissions team that you have a unique personality/perspective that will add to the diversity of Yale. Also, seriously consider why you want to attend Yale. "It's an Ivy" is not good enough, and will not earn you an acceptance.
Classes are difficult, especially if you make the most of your time here. That having been said, great classes in areas that interest you generally feel easier, and those are easy to find.
Yale randomly assigns you one of 12 (soon to be 14) residential colleges upon your arrival. Whether your college would have been your first choice or not, you will spend at least one year in it, and this college will significantly impact on your experience here. However, one can transfer in future years. Likewise, roommates and suitemates are carefully selected for freshmen; in future years, one can (and usually does) create one's own suite and rooming situation.
Dining has improved considerably, and the accessibility of nutrition information is fantastic. Dining staff are very accommodating of any special needs students may have, ask for feedback, listen to requests and ideas from students, and host special events.
Because every Eli is different, a community exists for everyone. There are more parties and traditional social scenes than one might expect; at the same time, Yale groups and organizations host a plethora of events on any given weekday.
Yale provides so much more than a classroom education.
There are so many! It really takes a visit to campus to understand the quirks of each residential college, each extracurricular group, and the many, many unique sites in New Haven.
Hard-working; dedicated to personal interests; creates opportunities for self; makes use of connections and opportunities provided by others
There's something for everyone. Club members are often very different from one another, but mutual interests foster an environment of acceptance, inclusion, and understanding.
Greek life, though it exists, is less active than at public universities and not that involved in social life on campus.
The Yale Bubble, as we call it, is a safe and well-patrolled area with many resources for students. New Haven, on the other hand, is not the safest city in America. Nevertheless, smart choices combined with common sense will suffice to keep you safe.