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This school, contrary to some of the opinionsQuite BrightBusiness - Management and Administration
This school, contrary to some of the opinions on this site has everything you would want out of a college experience. There are places for everyone to fit in and have fun , the difficult part is simply finding that niche you fit into. Because this is such a big school it takes some real initiative to get involved and get out and meet people, but if you are willing to go out and do this it will be the best experience of your life.

Work is challenging, though it varies widely based on your course of study. Grade inflation is something the school fights to keep down, though in CAS often you may find classes to be easy. If you are in CGS or SMG grades come tougher. Your grades here as most places are dependent on the comittment you are willing to put toward them.

Social life is good. Regardless of what you are into, in a school of 20,000 undergrads, you will meet people and make friends. Most likely, you'll do this in your freshman dorm, and keep those friends for the rest of your time here. As far as nightlife, whether you want to go to parties, or clubs, or a movie, shoot pool, there are always things to do.

This is not a party school, but if you are looking for things to do on weekends, there's no shortage.Feel free to e-mail me, if you're considering the school, I'd definitely recommend it to anyone.

2nd Year Male -- Class 2003
Social Life: A+, Faculty Accessibility: B-
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BU is definitely not a party school, forQuite BrightUndecided
BU is definitely not a party school, for one. If you enjoy clubbing every night of the week... it may be okay with you... but otherwise it sucks. The dorms are small and strict, and there is NO cable!!! I do enjoy my classes and the faculty are wonderful. Yet BU lacks all school spirit, and I really feel I have missed out on a true college experience. I would not mind coming here for graduate school I suppose.
1st Year Female -- Class 2005
Surrounding City: A+, Individual Value: F
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BU is a very large university, comprised ofBrightArt & Design Department
BU is a very large university, comprised of 11 smaller colleges, many of which are gems. Each individual college stands on its own with it's own dean and administration, but the BU philosophy is apparent in each school: serious academics and a classical approach to learning. BU makes no bones about this and candidly rejects social and educational fads. This gives the administration the reputation of being a little right of Attilla the Hun, but there is a real concern for the students here. BU is located in the heart of Boston, so the social life is fantastic, but the trade off is that you lack a traditional campus feel. If you love living in the city and blending into a diverse urban environment this is the place. If you want green quads and pep rallies, go to BC.
1st Year Male -- Class 2005
Social Life: A+, Campus Aesthetics: C+
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