Boston University

BU was a wonderful place to go to school, set in what is (in my opinion) the best college town in the country. BU has a diverse, motivated and interesting student population (for the most part, of course -- but any school of BU's size can only be captured in broad strokes). I met the funniest, smartest, most inspiring people I've ever known at BU, most of whom have gone on to unusually bright and interesting working/personal lives. As BU's backdrop, Boston serves as an incredibly walkable, eclectic, energetic and engaging place to be as a young person. I fell in love with new kinds of music, took in a world-class art scene, and scored an off-hours newsroom job in the nation's 6th largest media market (which was great out-of-the-classroom education to say the least). To be fair, BU's administration was and most likely continues to be antiquated and out-of-step with students and (most) professors alike. It's too bad. BU's Chancellor is one of the least-liked public figures in the state, but thankfully his influence seems to be fading. Unfortunately, though, his impact on alumni giving has been negative and profound.

Alumnus Male -- Class 2000

There are alot of amazing oportunities at BU, but you have to do the leg work and find about them for yourself. Nothing is handed to you on a silver platter here and a lot of students who come from more sheltered privledged homes are put off by that, but I think it's one of the University's greatest strengths. You definitely graduate from here prepared to take care of yourself.Also, I gave lower grades on academics than I would have otherwise because the survey asked specifically about the quality of your department. As an English major I wouldn't reccommend the English program as one of the University's strongest. But I'm minoring in Computer Science and despite its comparatively small size it's a well developed up and coming program that a lot of employers are impressed by. And BU has alot of other really strong programs, International Relations, Biology, and Management to name a few

3rd Year Female -- Class 2006

University Resource Use/ spending: A+, Individual Value: B-

BU is an excellent school in that it not only focuses on students' academic well-being, but their personal well-being. The classes are rigorous, and the professors demanding, but the faculty is always willing to assist students. I feel the knowledge and academic skills I gained as an undergrad at BU have been essential in my success as a graduate student.

Student life at BU is amazing, as the campus is located right in Boston's Fenway and Back Bay area. Yet, the University does not rely on the city for the development of its students, and provides a tremendous amount of on-campus programming both through student activities and residential life. The dorm system is fabulous, providing students with excellent, safe living environments.

I look upon my time at BU as a time of personal and academic growth and am a very happy alum.

Alumnus Male -- Class 2000