University of Arizona Top Questions

What is your overall opinion of University of Arizona?

Is University of Arizona a good school?

What is University of Arizona known for?

Hunter

I love this school. The school is large enough to meet tons of people, yet small enough to have classes where you can personally meet your professors and classmates. Tucson finds its identity in UA and is a perfect college town. You can find inexpensive homes and apartments to rent throughout town. The main thing that stood out to me about UA is how open-minded it is. From the staff to the students, everyone is open to each other's opinions and people are rarely judgmental. There a lot of school pride, especially when it comes to the basketball program. The main downside is how expensive food can be on campus. While you'll find this with every college, it still doesn't change the fact that it's annoying.

Kelly

I love the University of Arizona. It's not too big, but not too small, and there's always something going on. There are so many different clubs, groups, and organizations on campus, so everyone can find somewhere to fit in. There's also so much school pride. There's nothing better than going to a U of A basketball game and feeling the energy in ] ZonaZoo (the student section).

Bianca

Aside from my educational experience, the best thing I would say about the University of Arizona is: Location, location, location! The campus is pristine and there beautiful views of the Catalina Mountains and the White Mountains! Tucson is essentially a college town and many students choose to walk or bike around campus. I spent much of my free-time outside - taking the chance to breathe fresh air and enjoy the scenery. Our school pride centers around our sports teams, making sporting events being a major outing - our biggest rival is Arizona State University (ASU Sun Devils). My best times; however, were spent as a Production Assistant and DJ at KAMP Student Radio! A down side to the University is: After speaking with many Engineering and Pre-Med students, it seems based on the material presented in class and the tests professors have given, the departments have been Audited a few times in recent years.

Bianca

Aside from my educational experience, the best thing I would say about the University of Arizona is: Location, location, location! The campus is pristine and there beautiful views of the Catalina Mountains and the White Mountains! Tucson is essentially a college town and many students choose to walk or bike around campus. I spent much of my free-time outside - taking the chance to breathe fresh air and enjoy the scenery. Our school pride centers around our sports teams, making sporting events being a major outing - our biggest rival is Arizona State University (ASU Sun Devils). My best times; however, were spent as a Production Assistant and DJ at KAMP Student Radio! A down side to the University is: After speaking with many Engineering and Pre-Med students, it seems based on the material presented in class and the tests professors have given, the departments have been Audited a few times in recent years.

Marcin

Before we get bogged down in the details, the overall opinion of the University of Arizona is simply amazing. Personally I was going to attend out of state institutions being an Arizona high school graduate but instead I decided on becoming a wildcat and I could not have made a better decision. It is definitely a college town and as long as you live within a 5 mile radius from campus, you will be surrounded by your peers and other college students. This college town atmosphere is one of the best characteristics of U of A. One of the things I would definitely change however is how the administration is out to destroy the Greek system at the school. With 13{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of the student body being Greek, those students contribute a tremendous amount of effort to make the university into what it is but nevertheless, the administration dislikes Greeks (especially the dean of students). When it comes to the size of the school, it does not matter much to your wellbeing because you can always know and feel comfortable with the people around you even though there are about 32,000 undergrads. Whether you want to go to college to be completely devoted to your studies, solely party or find a healthy balance of both, this university has something for everyone and outlets where your skills and interests are needed. Wildcats also have a lot of pride and that does not only go for the rivalry between the university and ASU. You have not seen pregaming done right until you have attended one of the home games at U of A. The student section during football games is out of this world and you can expect to have a great time whether we win or lose. Most importantly, it is rare to see someone unhappy about being a wildcat. When you get answered where you attend college, students are really charismatic and enthusiastic about their experience at the University of Arizona, the state's first university. One of the most unusual aspects about the school is that despite of being one of the top party colleges in the nation, it is also one of the top research schools in the country, has one of the best public business programs in the nation and one of the most difficult to get into architecture programs. My most memorable experience will definitely be the semester I rushed a fraternity. I was able to be a pledge at one of the best fraternities on campus, while juggling 16 units and still receiving a 4.0 for the semester with three majors. I've made some of the most memorable relationships and captured some of my best memories while being a student at the University of Arizona.

Sara

If you feel comfortable in a large campus setting, the UofA is right for you. The campus is beautiful, the professors are helpful, and there are a lot of opportunities to be involved on campus. One complaint is that some people tend to be stuck-up. It is often blamed on the fact that many students come from Southern California. The dorms are pretty good, although some are much better than others. The variety of food on campus is great--there are plenty of options for those who want to eat healthy and those who don't. The major problem with the University of Arizona is the town--Tucson. There is pretty much nothing to do there, and without a car, getting around is difficult and expensive. Surrounding campus are some pretty sketchy areas. Don't get me wrong, I always feel safe here, but sketchy areas do exist. That being said, the campus and University Blvd. offer plenty for students to do. Sports here are huge, although are teams aren't the best, game days are a big deal. Greek life is also huge. Walking across campus, you will see many people wearing Greek letters. The party scene here is great too. There is always something going on. As for school involvement, the UofA offers many opportunities to build up your resume. There are a lot of great internships available, and career fairs are always going on. Come here for a good time, good education, and amazing 4 years.

Kelsey

Its a great school. There are great programs and some incredible professors and its definitely a good time. There is great weather, and you are close to California, Phoenix, and Vegas. Ideally the town of Tucson could be more exciting. Its rather dull, but at the same time its beautiful. Sporting events are memorable because everyone is incredibly spirited. There is a lot of school pride which I love. The campus is huge and all the buildings are brick so its gorgeous. Its a great experience.

Emily

I love my school. There is so much research and science going on at the school and within the faculty members. It's a college town for sure. It's definitely big on Greek Life. It's expensive - but what college isn't. Love the library. It's huge - which can be a drawback with advising and help.

Sara

tuition is a lot and I am an instate student, who thinks that. Books and fees are also costly. but there are tons of places to get help on campus with school work. we have one of the best theater and medical schools in the country. we are a supportive group and we can have fun.

Samantha

My family members have always been U of A fans, so since a very young age I have loved this school. I grew up in Southern Arizona and very close to the University campus and have always wanted to go to college here. After beginning school here last year, I knew I have always had the right opinion because how great the campus as a whole is. Since the campus is very compacted, the University of Arizona feels like a small community. Every class is walking distance from one another which makes it fun going to class. The Rec Center is great as well as all of the food choices at the Student Unions and on University Boulevard. The school spirit at the U of A is also very awesome and the spirit events and games are always packed with all types of students. I honestly couldn't imagine spending my college years anywhere else!