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9 out of 9 people found this review useful.
Matthew from Russell, PA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot This review is being written in complete and total contrast from 'Tulane Tom'. I am not sure if he is even describing the same university. Tom says that the ceramic engineering program, regarded as one of the best in the world, is built up to nothing. Not to mention the engineering program as a whole that offers a very unique and challenging curriculum that is ABET (accreditation board for engineering and technology) certified. Very few other institution offer outstanding ceramic, glass, and materials classes, research opportunities, and expertise from established professors in a smaller classroom setting. And fewer places offer the ability to use lab equipment (SEMs, X-Ray Diffraction machines, etc) as early as your first/second semester. As for getting stuck in a 'crummy town' with a job in ceramics, I can tell you this will not happen. As a sophomore materials science engineering student I have landed a paid research co-op in Albany, NY (not a crummy place in the midwest) at a company called Ceralink (www.ceralink.com)
Am enjoying being here It is true that Alfred is in the middle of nowhere, and at times may seem remote, but this does not mean that the people here aren't friendly or engaging. Your college experience is what you make of it, and I can say that for the short time I've been at AU I've enjoyed myself.
Bang for the buck My tuition at Alfred (which is out-of-state for me) is the neighborhood of 19-20k a year. Compare that to a tuition of 25k a year for Penn State (which is in-state for me). You decide which is a better value.
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4 out of 4 people found this review useful.
Douglas from Hellertown, PA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Alfred University has a very distinct and different learning community. It is definitely not like a Harvard or MIT learning environment (or at least what you picture when you hear them), it is much more student based. I wouldn't say that Alfred is an easy college, but it being a small school gives students more opportunity to learn in the way that suits them best. I would definately say that certain programs are focused upon more heavily than others (by the school itself). Being an engineer, I notice that a lot of the focus is given to ceramic and glass engineers because that is what the school is known for, but they do have neat mechanical/materials/biomedical/etc. engineering programs.
Am enjoying being here The students are also very diverse at Alfred, and it is not what I was expecting at all. You'll meet people from all different backgrounds and with all different beliefs. It is neat because the school is very supportive of everyone, and everyone is their own person. Some things I like about Alfred are: The small physical size allows for getting around to be very simple, it has a very relaxed atmosphere, and the students have a say in pretty much everything. There are a few things I dislike about Alfred though, and some of those are: with only 2000 undergrads, it makes it slightly tough to meet new people after the first few months, it rains a lot during the fall and spring and snows all winter, and there is a huge number of football players (which you can interpret in your own way).
Bang for the buck Alfred was voted one of the best bang for you buck schools a couple years back, and I would definitely agree! If you come from a family with a relatively low income, or you did pretty well in high school, Alfred's financial aid department does a very good job in making sure you have the proper funds in order to attend. If you are out of state, they do a pretty good job in providing out of sate housing grants, which helps to suck up the expensive housing/dining plans at Alfred.
Tips for prospective students Check it out on multiple occasions, especially one day when the weather is not perfect. Alfred is absolutely BEAUTIFUL when the weather is nice, but because it rains so often, that beauty is sometimes overlooked.
Great for these types of students Students who like a relaxed atmosphere, and do fine with seeing some of the same faces everyday.
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3 out of 3 people found this review useful.
Melanie from Victor, NY
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will learn a lot There are so many courses to take at Alfred University. Its not all studying either, many of the classes are fun.
Will enjoy being here Alfred works hard to not keep their students crammed into class rooms. For art many of the students get to go to Stony Brook within the first couple months of school.
Bang for the buck There is so much space at the University. Its never too cramped and the campus is beautiful.
Tips for prospective students Check out the campus before and after you apply. If you liked it before you applied you will love it after too.
Great for these types of students Art students and Engineering students are likely to succed at Alfred University.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Dijon from Hartford, CT
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Yes I am learning a lot at Alfred University. Most of my classes are small and some even have teachers assistants so no question goes unanswered.
Am enjoying being here Yes I am enjoying my time at Alfred University. Not only does Alfred University have a beautiful campus but they have many school sponsored events and performances.
Bang for the buck Alfred University offered me a great financial package.
Tips for prospective students Student who are interested in attending Alfred University should bring an extra snow suit.
Great for these types of students Alfred University is a great school for students who don't mind a rural environment and small class sizes.
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Maya from Lodi, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences As a student in the Art program, the program is very efficient BECAUSE it forces students to teach themselves with guidance. However, the studio spaces are small and the jobs are slim. The food is also highly over priced and disgusting - not vegan or vegetarian friendly despite advertisements.
Tips for prospective students While you're studying at Alfred University, make sure you make time for new opportunities. These include studying abroad, taking classes in areas you have little to no experience in. Don't be shy, make friends in a variety of majors - it will give you a broader view as you all move through your college careers.
Academic Rigor The school of art and design at Alfred University is a program not to be messed with. The student who come out of this program have been through it all. Basically, if you survive foundations (the first year of college), you will make it throughout the rest of Alfred University's art program.
Dorm Life The rooms are small and there is little to no effort to pair you with someone that you would be most likely to get along with. The RAs were often unreasonable during my freshmen year, making unfair rules and penalties that I'm at least 90% sure they couldn't actually do.
Food and Dining HORRIBLE! When something is listed as vegan -DON'T BELIEVE IT! Furthermore, if something is listed as vegetarian, ask every question in the book. There was an incident that has occurred twice now with a Sheppard's pie that was listed as vegan, but was admittedly filled with ground beef and cheese. When asked to take the sign down that said vegan, they refused to.
What to do for fun Alfred University has very little to nothing to do in town. So you have to be creative! Hang out with your friends, get a cup of coffee at terra cotta, and then at night go for a night out on the town.
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Emma from Getzville, NY
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences I have visited this school 20 times and I cannot wait to attend. Everything about it is so enjoyable, and I cannot wait to be apart of the class of 2016.
Tips for prospective students It is quiet but fun. There is plenty to do. The school is a beautiful campus and the people are amazing. Everyone is so different, but they all seem to be amazing and become great friends with eachother.
Academic Rigor From what I have heard, it will be amazing.
Dorm Life I have stayed in the dorms and they are big, roomy, and the people make the dorms so much better.
Food and Dining The food is not too great, but it's college food.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus The off campus restaurant called Collegiate is so good! Great price- perfect for college students.
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