Meagan
DU places a high importance on cultural diversity. Although I am a Colorado native, many of my peers and professors span over the entire United States. Furthermore, about 10{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of our students are international travelers. We are known as a state to be "Colorful Colorado", and that could not be more true than for the beautiful life and community that exists on my campus. I am incredibly grateful for the culture immersion and acceptance at DU because there is so much more we can learn from each other outside of the classroom.
Malinda
The University of Denver has high academic standards, and the academic culture is aimed at developing students to become leaders in their chosen fields. The university has a reputation for educating students who choose to use their education for the greater good.
Katie
It has students that are ambitious and diverse, and you have so many opportunities to learn from your peers.
Rachel
DU has a focus on learning off of campus that I did not find at other campuses. DU not only looks at study abroad as an opportunity to learn more than one could learn on campus, but also is very integrated with the Denver community to always be providing, in and out of class, their students a way to learn in real situations. This is done through partnership with other academic and non-academic institutions and companies nearby, who provide lectures, workshops, internships, and voulenteer opportunities to DU students.
Heather
It's a great size, in a fantastic location. Great neighborhood in the city of Denver, close to downtown, an hour from the mountains in beautiful CO. There's also a ton of stuff to do, both on-campus and off. Couldn't imagine myself in a better place!
Margot
The location of the University of Denver makes it easy to get off campus and get involved with the community. I found the accessibility appealing because I knew that I wanted to explore the city and not spend too much time on campus.
Cooper
The University of Denver has a lot of networking opportunities and other opportunities that some of the other schools I applied to did not have. The Study Abroad Program here is excellent and I am looking forward to that. The location of DU is perfect and it is a small enough university to get to know my peers by not having huge class sizes. The final thing that lead me to choose DU was the excellent education. This was the most important thing in choosing my school.
Lissa
I like my school because its close to my home and i have a family so its pretty convienent. Also they are very considerate about taking my family and i into considerationwhen it comes to bad weather and other complications like that. My school is pretty small and i enjoy that very much, i think it gives everyone a better chance at really learning the material and also having a social life.
Jenny
The unique thing about my school is that my school doesn’t have a football team. Here hockey is our football, because of this we show our school spirit in very different ways. Instead of getting hyped up at pre-game pep rallies we get excited by shouting angry chants at the opposing team trying to shake their confidence. It may sound crazy but that’s how our school bonds and it definitely makes us unique. Think about it, how many other four year universities don’t have a football team?
Whitney
Univeristy of Denver considers the global and sustainable messages that it sends to students and surrounding community, encouraging the best and most progressive solutions to all problems.
Chad
I actually put in the wrong school... this for the College of Idaho. It only has 1000 students. Its tri-mester. It is in a very small town. I would not recommend it if going to a good college town is a priority.
Tara
They have excellent programs for students interested in dual undergraduate/graduate degrees. There is one for business, international studies, education and social work. The best part about these is that if you are accepted your financial aid carries over to that extra year or two years. It was a smart move financially and I also love that I can stay in one place so that I can continue to built relationships with faculty and potential employers
Alexis
The small class sizes. My largest class was a general requirement chemistry class, and there were 75 people. Besides that, my classes have never been larger than 25. All the professors are able to get to know you as an individual, it's really nice.
Crista
Denver Pioneers are excepionally friendly, intelligent and caring students. University of Denver is located near Cherry Creek but close to the mountains. With spectacular views and extraordinary architecture, I cannot imagine going to a more amazing university. Every student at DU is a person, not a number. With small class sizes, peers and professors care to hear each students opinion. The one on one interaction available at DU is very unique. The professors here will meet with students anytime and truly care about furthering our education, helping us to understand and getting to know their students.
While Denver is an amazing place to live, the university has provided an ideal campus for students and have hired truly helpful professors, DU is amazing because of the students. With energetic, friendly attitudes, it is easy to feel welcome on this campus. Students come out to campus activities in order to support one another and show some school pride. With so many clubs and activities on campus, you never even have to leave.
Sydney
DU has been the best decision of my life, by far! I have met so many amazing people that never cease to amaze me with their passion and drive to acheive great things and mark their place in the world. I had no clue what I wanted to do when I came to college, but my professors and friends were always there for advice and to steer me in the right direction. Now, as a senior, I can truly say that DU has prepared me for life after college!
Besides classes and campus life, Denver is a great city to live in, and probably my favorite part of being here. There are so many things to do including snowboarding (or skiing), seeing a Rockies game, going to clubs and restaurants downtown, seeing a play at the Performing Arts Center, or just going shopping. It's always nice to be reminded that there is life outside of the college bubble - even if it's just walking down the street to the original Chipotle for dinner with friends!
Marisa
During my college application process, I was positive I wanted to go to a large, state school. I ended up choosing the University of Denver and could not be happier! Simply, it is the perfect place. It is small enough that every time I walk to class, I see someone I know. But it is also large enough that I make new friends in each of my classes.
People are extremely friendly here, and in no time I had made many new best friends. Even now, during my Sophomore year, I still meet new people that are very outgoing, nice, and fun to be around.
The campus of DU is very lively and there is always something going on. DUPB presents a recently released movie every Thursday night, DU Grilling Society is often out on Driscoll Green serving free food, and Greek Life often hosts campus-wide events.
DU is in the perfect location. The area surrounding DU feels like a small college town--with locally owned pizza and frozen yogurt restaurants with specials for DU students. DU is also a fifteen minute lightrail ride from the exciting Downtown. You get a small university feel within a big city!
Emilee
DU is a great place for any student and there is something here for everyone. We cover a lot of the popular majors and have plenty of clubs and activities for students to get involved in. We are close to a big city where there is plenty of culture and the mountains for those who like to be outdoors can be outdoors.
Kelsey
There are so many opportunities here at DU, we love diversity and encourage people from all different backgrounds to attend. It is a private school so it's a smaller atmosphere and you really get to know the people you are learning with. Class size is about 25 on average so it's more personal verses a HUGE lecture hall state school.
laura
I like Du because it is a great school for a commuter like myself. Because it is in Colorado there are a ton of things to do. I appriecitate the size of the school. It is big enough to have space, but small enough so that most students don't go unoticed.
Blair
The geographic setting of the University of Denver is probably the most unique feature of my school. It is perfectly place so that you can get the best of both worlds. Nestled right out side the city but at the same time near the base of the gorgeous Rocky Mountians its perfect. It accomadates those who want to live in a large city but also experience nature every once in a while with a short driver to the mountians. I am reminded of our great location as i wake up every morning to a view of 25 miles of mountains!