University of California-Berkeley Top Questions

Quite frankly, I have no shame in bragging about the history and brilliance of Berkeley. I'm so privileged to be a part of this wonderful place, and honored to get the chance to attend the best public university in the entire world! GO BEARS!

I brag about the rich learning experience and the excellent professors that helped shape my world-view.

The fact the Cal is a first rate academic institution with a high performing Division I sports program as well being able to provide a smaller college town feel with its beautiful campus while also providing an urban evironment with the city of Berkeley outside our gates and big city lure of San Francisco a short train ride away. I brag about everything about Berkeley because it is the finest public university in the world and a truly wonderful place to spend four years.

I often brag about the fast internet and of the accessibility of the numerous school-supported dining locations.

When telling my friends about UC Berkeley, I mostly like to brag about our diversity and general sense of activeness on campus. There are so many people with so many different interests that I am always assured that there will be someone else like me sharing my interests, and with such a large school, it is not that hard to find. Also, there is never a dull moment here at Berkeley. There is always something to do, which makes life, and going to school here, that much more exciting.

The amazing science programs. As a microbial biology major, I like to know that some of the most important research in biology and medicine is going on at this school. Some of the work is being done by my own professors.

I brag most about the amount of people from each graduating class we have successfully obtaining jobs in their field straight out of college. It really is impressive the number of students that are offered full time jobs in companies such as Deloitte, Ernst & Young, Google, and other such companies.

I tell everyone who intellectually stimulated I am at UC Berkeley. It is easy to find smart, opinionated people that you can have a real discussion with, which is something I had never experienced before arriving at my new school. I enjoy the cornucopia of people with varying interests and points of view. I think a rich culture is one of the most attractive aspects of the university, because without it, the community would not be as engaging. The minds of the students all around me are inspiring, and lead me to work even harder in my studies.

Washington Monthly ranked Berkeley 1st in its 2009 National University College rankings. Many of the professors are Nobel Peace Prize winners. Berkeley places an emphasis on independent thinking, rather than following what everyone else is doing. Not only are our academics stellar, but our sports teams are phenomenal as well. Many of the Cal football alumni are currently playing on NFL teams. We have a strong school spirit and a beautiful campus that people travel across the world to see. It is one of the best colleges you can attend for your money, especially if you live in California.

I brag about how easy it is to get started at the college. The classes are small enough to not seem crowded and large enough to seem like you are not alone in the learning process. The instructors are friendly and knowledgable of their courses. There are a lot of things to compliment my school.

#1 public university, parties every weekend, great off campus apartments, great friends, too MANY extracurricular activities, hippies, bums & political activists, ugly frat boys, and semi-good looking frat girls, amazing friends, super expert and well-known professors, love & bonding, strong friendship, San Francisco, Durant Food Court/Asian Ghetto, weed, alcohol, cigarettes, sex, I have nerdy, but fucking hot friends!

When I tell my friends about UC Berkeley I always brag about all the diverse people here; some of whom aren't even students. There are always different protests and different people with different opinions, but everyone is always very peaceful. There are always bound to be counter-protestors and as a student, it is amazing to be a part of a very intellectual community concerned with the issues of the world.

Berkeley's one of the best universities in the world though most of us are from lower-class backgrounds.

very liberal, crazy, lots of opportunities, good professors, lots of history

I brag about the fact that while UC Berkeley has rigorous academic programs and a prestigious reputation, it also contains endless possibilities to have fun during your college experience, whether it be through athletics, clubs, the greek system, volunteering, etc. Despite its reputation, Berkeley truly is the the "complete package" as a university, a great balance between work and play.

I tell them about the randomness I see everyday as I stroll throigh campus to go to my classes. I also like to mention the glorious buildings and architecture we have all over our campus, not to mention the campanile (clock tower). There is something for every single person who comes to Berkeley, whether it be someone who parties everyday or someone who continuously studies in the library. Berkeley is the place to be!!

This campus has provided me with so many opportunities to meet people! I have so many friends! Berkeley has amazing school spirit that carries on well after you graduate. Everyone here is a fascinating human being.

Difficulty; diversity

While bragging to my friends about my University, I usually bring up the fact that UC Berkeley has consistently ranked as No.1 in public universities in the world. My school is beautiful. It is surrounded by trees everywhere and is very close to the bay. Also, the professors at this university have more nobel prizes than some countries. Lastly, we have one of the best national football teams, who try tp make us proud to be a Golden Bear.

The public transportation such as BART.