Living in Charlottesville offers a lot to a twenty-something student. There's hiking and camping 15-20 minutes outside of city limits; the nightlife varies from wild, rambunctious undergrads on The Corner to more staid, upscale wine bars and restaurants on The Mall; concerts are plentiful and affordable downtown at The Jefferson; homes and apartments are generally affordable and within walking distance to the university and downtown.
Additionally, I feel stimulated and motivated by my professors and our in-class discussions about online pedagogy. The faculty are experienced and thoughtful; I feel challenged by their lectures and assigned readings.
The fraternity/sorority can be a bit much sometimes - bowties to football games? - but they're easily ignored.
Yes, While I would gladly repeat my experience at Brandeis, I definitely missed out on living in a great college town and attending a school with Division I sports. Coupling the Charlottesville experience with a top-tier, inexpensive grad program makes for a fantastic graduate school experience!
Biggest influence when choosing this school Reputation
The financial aid process went smoothly and I received the financial aid I needed.
Professors are generally Experts
The night life is Memorable
Every student at this school needs http://bit.ly/tyingabowtie
Most students spend their Saturday nights going out to Boylan Heights and The Biltmore; attending frat parties down the street from my apartment until 2:30 AM :)
Went to Melrose High School, Melrose, MA
Currently a Graduate Student
Favorite class is Advanced Instructional Design
Favorite activity is attending football games
Study Hard? Pray? Donate Money? study hard, prep for the SAT, involve yourself in extracurricular activities that fascinate you
I wish I knew classes are held on Labor Day :/
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