University of California-Davis Top Questions

The best thing about attending UC Davis was the smaller town feel. The campus is beautiful with lots of trees and a safe town surrounding. Access to the campus revolves around a reliable bussing system (which I used daily) and classes were only a short walk from each bus hub. The environment is the best part of UC Davis, in my opinion, because many other schools I visited were not as nice looking or in good areas. UC Davis is very safe and requires a short drive to Sacramento for any major shopping/recreation.

The best thing about UC Davis is how friendly the students and staff are. Instead of the competitive vibes that some schools have, which lead to stress and anxiety for some students, those who attend Davis encourage one another to be the best that they can possibly be. This gives the school an overall positive and uplifting vibe which I feel is unique, rare, and gives students an uplifted feeling. I believe this helps students in countless ways to help overcome any hardships they may face while in school.

I find the best thing about my school is that there are so many different types of people in regards to what they want to do with their life and careers.

It was so environmentally friendly. It was great that everyone rode their bikes around and was conscious of their waste.

The best thing about UC Davis would have to be its ability to keep a sense of humor. So many students see Davis as a place for agricultural study, and a plethora of cow and farming jokes are constantly handed out to Aggies. However, UC Davis has an incredible ability to take these jokes and teasing lightly, and what would once be considered insults to the agricultural community are considered by Davis as amusement.

The entire atmosphere is one of a typical college town- hundreds of bikes fill the streets, students are everywhere with their backpacks, taking naps on the lawn, running to class, or simply spending time at a local coffee shop chatting or doing school work.

The diversity and the overall friendliness of the students, faculty, and staff. It's also pretty awesome that the entire University of California system is going tobacco free in 2014. The studious environment of the school as a whole is very welcoming, fun, and pleasant.

UC Davis offers a friendly welcoming environment to all students. This school has been voted #1 cool school and also the #1 school for any agriculture related field.

The passion and respect that all students and staff possess.

location. Close to the state capital, so you can intern there.

The best thing about my school is the awesome marching band that we have here, that I am a part of. There are 300 members of the band, and they are all wonderful people. My first year there, they made me feel at home, and they treat each other like family. Having a group of people I have never even met, accepted me as I was, and wanted to know more about me; that is important when you go to a new place you’ve never been before.

Literally everybody bikes here. If you don't bike, you don't fit in...just kidding. Davis is a bike city and biking to places is the most convenient way for all UC Davis students. It's environmentally clean, fun, and a good exercise! There are bike racks everywhere so make sure you lock your bikes up when you leave your bike!

As I said, the classes are well taught, the teachers are very accessable and there are always lots of office hours held by both the teachers and the TAs for the students to take advantage of. There is a wide range of classes that anyone can take advantage of regardless of their major which gives more rounded students.

I liked the easy going attitude. I also enjoyed the attention I received from my professors in my major.

The best thing about UC Davis is the educational and research opportunities that it provides to the students, as well as the friendly and encouraging administration, professors, and peers. It is a research-driven university that strives to provide its students with networking and internship opportunities. While the educational atmosphere is competitive to say the least, the students are kind and are always willing to help a fellow peer. The professors are often very renowned in their field of study and provide the optimal learning experience for the students.

The best thing about my school is that there are a diverse amount of students from all over the nation. It allows you to speak with new people, learn about different cultures, and see if they are any different than you. You can make a lot of new friends and begin a huge network.

The best characteristic about my school is it's dedication to student involvement. From the Aggie Pack to their marching band there are hundreds of ways for students to feel involved. For freshmen (or dorm residents) there are various ways for students to have a say in their environment and the socials are a great way to meet new people.

I consider the educational experience as the most positive aspect of UC Davis, not only did I learn more than I could ever imagine, I gained valuable experience as an adult.

When I brag about UC Davis, I talk about how rural the town and the campus are. Both are so small that I can bike from one side of campus to the other side of town in ten minuets. Plus, all of Davis is flat and very bike friendly, with bike trails everywhere. As for education, it's engineering and veterinarian programs are some of the top in the state. All in all, a great campus.

Thae school spirit and pride is amazing and all sporting events are free. Constantly meet new people keeps learning about out of the classroom information.