Rutgers University - New Brunswick
“I had a phenomenal experience at Rutgers-NB andQuite BrightPsychology
I had a phenomenal experience at Rutgers-NB and wouldn't trade it for the world, or that acceptance to NYU. Your experience depends solely on you and what YOU make of it.
Phenomenal resources, libraries, huge cafeterias, (dorms are lousy, but hey they're dorms!), DIVERSITY, recreational sports, huge gym facilities with everything available to you (basketball, swimming, racquetball, even golf).
At a university of over 30,000 students across two towns--New Brunswick & Piscataway--I was able to meet with my Dean all the time, had access to the learning centers, talked to my professors (the sane ones at least), and took advantage of all the free services provided by Rutgers.
The New Brunswick area has a lot to do, from dining to bars and sports stuff, trails, and you're only a 45 min ride from New York City (or you could go to Philly if you prefer).
I ended up working for the University for a while, and I got to see the behind the scenes perspective and administrators work their butt off and really care. People generally tend to be pretty lax and down-to-earth at Rutgers--which I loved.It's a wholesome school, with a great education, access, environment, etc. Though the Psych dept, needs a transformation or two... the History/Philosophy departments are great. As is the Political Science dept. A lot of that has to be with faculty bias and where the money and attention goes. But carpe diem and make the best of where ever you go!
view full review→Feb 07 2010
4th Year Female -- Class 2007
Social Life: A+, Useful Schoolwork: B-
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“It's been 9 years since I graduated andComputer Science
It's been 9 years since I graduated and I still have nightmares about this place. I honestly can't recommend that anyone go to this place unless you fall under one of three categories: you received a substantial scholarship, you have your heart set on going there, or you are willing to deal with the consequences (which may include being kidnapped by a cult, dependence on drugs/alcohol, or developing mental illness). If there was one thing that I could change about my life, it would be that I wished I never went there (and I could literally write a book as to the reasons why!). The one thing that bothers me the most is that everyone seems to think that the education itself is good - which in my opinion, is poor to borderline mediocre at best (in my major). Save yourself the misery!!!
view full review→Jan 29 2010
Alumnus Male -- Class 2000
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“It's been almost three decades since I graduatedEnglish
It's been almost three decades since I graduated Rutgers. I have some good news and bad news.
The good news is that the quality of the education you can get at Rutgers is among the best available anywhere. There are some very high-quality faculty members and I found them to be surprisingly accessible.
The good news is that the quality of the education you can get at Rutgers is among the best available anywhere. There are some very high-quality faculty members and I found them to be surprisingly accessible.
One caveat to the good news: You have to make up your mind that you're there for an education. Otherwise, you can get swallowed up by the borderline psychopaths that seem to rule the social life and extracurricular activities at Rutgers, or simply fall through administrative cracks. Make sure you get a good advisor, no matter how bright or self-motivated you are.
That brings me to the bad news: You are a number at Rutgers. That means you must stand up for yourself. I guess that can be good as a character-building experience.
Also, many of the comments about the RU Screw, the school's social life (and its alcohol-centeredness) and the attitudes of students could just as easily have been written by me or some of my classmates. I guess some things don't change.
I hope one thing has changed: the town. New Brunswick was a pit when I was there. I haven't been there in a long time; now I wonder whether it's any different.Bottom line: If you want a good education and are determined to get it, going to Rutgers will reward your attendance. And, if you finish, you'll have a very well-respected degree. (Its value seems to rise the further you get away from the place.) Just make sure you have the desire and determination to get an education and someone to guide you through it.
view full review→Jan 20 2010
Alumnus Male -- Class 2000
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