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The University of Denver is a pretty nice school. There is more partying than I was hoping for, but the people are fun and like to have a good time. Mostly, I enjoy the opportunity to be in Colorado because it is so easy to get out and go hiking, camping, climbing, etc.

This is a beautiful, supportive, academically strong environment which supports a variety of activities and clubs. It is a great size, because you don't know everyone, but you always recognize people walking across campus. It's also very easy to get around very quickly. Your major advisor will know you by name by the end of the first year, even if you just go in during registration. The athletic program is strong, and the workout facilities are fantastic. Also, if there's nothing fun happening on campus, it's so easy to get on the light rail and find something to do downtown! There is one thing I would change–the fact that it's a "bar school." I do not have a fake ID, but a lot of the time it feels like I am in the minority for that. If you are someone who hangs out with a crowd who would drink often, be prepared to hunt down weekend buddies if you're someone without a fake ID.

The schools administration is horrible. They are one of the main reasons tuition is so high. Once you get passed dealing with admissions and the financial aid/ scholarship office, you pretty much have smooth sailing. The degree plans are messy and include many classes that are a waste of time. However, a lot of these classes are easy and fun. There isn't much school pride or culture. The greeks try but they don't really help the pride issue. From late fall to early sprain everyone is obsessed with skiing so campus is pretty dead. Also, the night life is not very attractive, there are plenty of house parties but they are uneventful and repetitive. Being here feels like high school from the mandatory attendance in many classes to the juvenile behavior.

My overall opinion of the University of Denver is that it is a great private university dedicated to the public good. My last 2 1/2 years here have been filled with amazing opportunities that have helped me grow as a person. I have studied abroad 4 times, I am a member of the Pioneer Leadership Program and the University Honors Program, and I am involved in a variety of student organizations that have greatly contributed to my overall experience. You can never be bored at DU; there's always something to do, and I love it!! DU is also a great fit for me. It is just the right size, with about 5,000 undergrads and 5,000 grad students. It has a great International Studies program, as well as a great Spanish program. It is also in a large city, but in a more residential area which makes me feel really comfortable and safe when walking home at night. It is great having the light rail stop on campus because it takes you downtown in 20 mins, which opens the door to so many work, internship, and entertainment opportunities.

My overall opinion of the University of Denver is that it is a great private university dedicated to the public good. My last 2 1/2 years here have been filled with amazing opportunities that have helped me grow as a person. I have studied abroad 4 times, I am a member of the Pioneer Leadership Program and the University Honors Program, and I am involved in a variety of student organizations that have greatly contributed to my overall experience. You can never be bored at DU; there's always something to do, and I love it!! DU is also a great fit for me. It is just the right size, with about 5,000 undergrads and 5,000 grad students. It has a great International Studies program, as well as a great Spanish program. It is also in a large city, but in a more residential area which makes me feel really comfortable and safe when walking home at night. It is great having the light rail stop on campus because it takes you downtown in 20 mins, which opens the door to so many work, internship, and entertainment opportunities.

One of DU’s greatest strengths is its cultural openness. The university puts a lot of focus on its international programs and it has one of the most extensive study abroad options of any school you could attend. By the time they graduate 70{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of DU students will have taken part in a study abroad program. Because of this emphasis the students tend to have a good understanding and appreciation of the world outside the US. Ironically the student body itself is not very diverse, being predominantly white. Foreign exchange students are common however, and add a multicultural tone to the school. The campus itself is beautiful: vibrant in fall, stoic in winter, and lush in the spring. The grounds are well tended, and a joy to walk through. DU resides in the more southerly side of Denver and because of public transportation, has easy access to a plethora of entertainment and cultural venues. If I could change anything about the school it would be the price! Though the school provides some assistance for students who need it, schooling can still be almost prohibitively expensive. Debt is definitely something to keep in mind when you are considering attending. Along with the price come a good education, and some prestige. Whenever I tell people where I go to school they tend to respond with an impressed, “Oh!” But is it worth it? That’s up for you to decide. For myself it is more the education and engaged student body that attract me. All of my classes have been challenging, and they are often filled with a good number of students who are ready to learn and give input to the class. That kind of learning culture is difficult to find.

As a freshman last year I came to Denver not knowing anyone and really not knowing what to expect. The first thing I noticed about the University of Denver is how tight of a community it is. When you're on campus, regardless of being in the middle of a large city, you immediately feel comfortable and like you belong. During orientation week alone you are integrated into many activities on campus which is another thing DU does extraordinarily. It is so easy and fun to be involved on campus that after even 2 weeks of being at the school I felt at home. The entire student body has such pride for the school and it becomes contagious. During sports events you can feel the excitement of being apart of a community that is so tight knit and passionate. Even off campus there are countless activities to take part in. Whether you like outdoor activities, art festivals, sports games, or just hanging out in the city you will easily find a group of people who share your interests here at the University of Denver.

As a freshman last year I came to Denver not knowing anyone and really not knowing what to expect. The first thing I noticed about the University of Denver is how tight of a community it is. When you're on campus, regardless of being in the middle of a large city, you immediately feel comfortable and like you belong. During orientation week alone you are integrated into many activities on campus which is another thing DU does extraordinarily. It is so easy and fun to be involved on campus that after even 2 weeks of being at the school I felt at home. The entire student body has such pride for the school and it becomes contagious. During sports events you can feel the excitement of being apart of a community that is so tight knit and passionate. Even off campus there are countless activities to take part in. Whether you like outdoor activities, art festivals, sports games, or just hanging out in the city you will easily find a group of people who share your interests here at the University of Denver.

While saying that college has been the experience of a lifetime may seem cliche, I cannot seem to describe my time at the University of Denver in any other concise way. The quarter system allows students to take a broad variety of classes. The size of the school is comforting: small enough to have a great community, and large enough to meet new and interesting people. The best aspect of the school for me is the atmosphere that the student body presents itself with. We are friendly, intelligent, and proud of our school's accomplishments. This attitude is contagious and makes school involvement incredibly easy. The only thing I would change is the cost of the school, however, the University does a great job of providing financial aid and opportunities to achieve more scholarship.

I love it, that's why I stayed here. We have small class sizes, our professors are extremely helpful, the location of the school is great with the mountains just an hour away and downtown being 6 minutes away by drive, division one varsity teams, numerous intramural sport option...and I can keep going on and on.

In the story of Goldilocks and the 3 bears, Goldilocks loves whatever is in the middle, the things that are "just right". That is DU in a nutshell. It is not smack dab in the middle of Denver, but the light rail stop on campus makes it easy (and free) to get downtown. DU is not a huge public school, but it is also not a tiny school where you know everyone you see around campus and can't get away from that one person you'll inevitably meet that will annoy you to no end. DU is a prestigious school, known for its Daniel's College of Business, Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism school, and the Korbel School of International Studies. We have an awesome hockey team, played in the first Div 1 NCAA Lacrosse semifinals west of the Mississippi, and support a football team that has been undefeated since 1961. Sophomores lead most of the student organizations as 80{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of the junior class goes abroad in the fall (3rd most in the nation).

I love attending the University of Denver! I think it's totally awesome that we have so many different classes that we can take, and on the quarter system you really get to explore all of your interests, which is fantastic! I'm currently a history and international studies major, with hopefully a french minor, The size is perfect, I love seeing people I know when I walk to my classes. The campus is so beautiful, with such nice buildings and gardening features.

What I love about DU is that the students here are serious enough about studying, but not too serious about themselves. People are friendly and relaxed, just like most Coloradans. The location of the school can't be beat, either. It is so close to downtown Denver, but set aside in its own quiet little neighborhood. And, of course, it is just a short drive to the mountains and ski resorts. The campus is beautiful and the architecture is impressive, making the whole school feel like home all the time. DU is known as the high-standard private university in Colorado, so anyone is impressed when I tell them where I am attending.

The best thing about this school is the size, location, and community. It is small enough that I always see people I know around campus, but big enough that I am always meeting new people, whether it be at a party or the library or on Driscoll Green. The location is AMAZING because it is less than 10 minutes away from downtown Denver, where there is an unlimited amount of things to do. There are also small neighborhoods with amazing restaurants/shops/coffee shops within walking/biking distance, and a multitude of parks around the area. Not to mention being only an hour away from the mountains. Truely an outdoorsy place. The sense of community is also amazing, whether it be all of campus supporting the sororities and fraternities with their philanthropy efforts, or student organizations working together to create memorable events, or simply a pick-up game of volleyball in the middle of campus. The faculty also contributes to the sense of community as they meet students individually for coffee to talk about anything and everything. The main complaint on campus is that there is a lack of DU spirit. But in just the past couple of years, I have seen a significant improvement in this area. Free food and tailgating before games has really increased attendance! Who doesn't like free stuff? Also, we have debunked the myth that having school spirit isn't "cool."

The best thing about this school is the size, location, and community. It is small enough that I always see people I know around campus, but big enough that I am always meeting new people, whether it be at a party or the library or on Driscoll Green. The location is AMAZING because it is less than 10 minutes away from downtown Denver, where there is an unlimited amount of things to do. There are also small neighborhoods with amazing restaurants/shops/coffee shops within walking/biking distance, and a multitude of parks around the area. Not to mention being only an hour away from the mountains. Truely an outdoorsy place. The sense of community is also amazing, whether it be all of campus supporting the sororities and fraternities with their philanthropy efforts, or student organizations working together to create memorable events, or simply a pick-up game of volleyball in the middle of campus. The faculty also contributes to the sense of community as they meet students individually for coffee to talk about anything and everything. The main complaint on campus is that there is a lack of DU spirit. But in just the past couple of years, I have seen a significant improvement in this area. Free food and tailgating before games has really increased attendance! Who doesn't like free stuff? Also, we have debunked the myth that having school spirit isn't "cool."

The best thing about this school is the size, location, and community. It is small enough that I always see people I know around campus, but big enough that I am always meeting new people, whether it be at a party or the library or on Driscoll Green. The location is AMAZING because it is less than 10 minutes away from downtown Denver, where there is an unlimited amount of things to do. There are also small neighborhoods with amazing restaurants/shops/coffee shops within walking/biking distance, and a multitude of parks around the area. Not to mention being only an hour away from the mountains. Truely an outdoorsy place. The sense of community is also amazing, whether it be all of campus supporting the sororities and fraternities with their philanthropy efforts, or student organizations working together to create memorable events, or simply a pick-up game of volleyball in the middle of campus. The faculty also contributes to the sense of community as they meet students individually for coffee to talk about anything and everything. The main complaint on campus is that there is a lack of DU spirit. But in just the past couple of years, I have seen a significant improvement in this area. Free food and tailgating before games has really increased attendance! Who doesn't like free stuff? Also, we have debunked the myth that having school spirit isn't "cool."

I love DU and I've had so many doors open because of me going here. I couldn't imagine going anywhere else for college, and I knew as soon as I stepped on campus for a tour when I was in high school! I think the stereotypes are completely false and once you go here, you realize that as soon as you start getting to know other students instead of just judging at face value. You can really do anything here at DU - study what you're passionate about, get involved in student groups that interest you, and meet friends for life. DU's academics are also top-notch and they are getting more and more publicity nationwide because of that.

The overall opinion of DU is that we produce incredibly gifted individuals who are prepared for anything life has to throw at us. The active students and staff at DU have built a community that will last a lifetime. To be a Pioneer does not end when we step out of the Ritchie Center on graduation day but will remain a part of our character as we go through life outside the doors of DU.

I love DU! I think it is the perfect size univeristy with a great variety of student organizations and friendly people. The professors are very knowledgeable but still approachable. It is a fun atmosphere and appeals to many different interests. If you like to party, you will be able to find that at DU, but if you don't it is not a problem like it would be at most state-schools. The class selection is a little limited, but overall, there are plenty of interesting and fun classes. I even took the History of Rock and Roll to fulfill one of my Gen-Ed requirements!

I may be biased because I am a student at DU but in all honesty, it can't get much better than this. Although we have the nickname of the "ivy of the west" we do not come with the pretentious students like most other ivy league universities. There are small class sizes, events to help students be prepared once they reach graduation and teachers and classmates that have the passion for learning.