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7 out of 7 people found this review useful.
CAREY from Hixson, TN
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The professors and teachers have great teaching styles and are also very easy to learn from. The material is relevant for today's society.
Am enjoying being here This college is a very fun place. The relationships that you build with the students and the professors are truly priceless. In every class you get a Christian view of the subject and learn great ways to apply the knowledge of that particular subject to your walk with God.
Tips for prospective students Apply as early as you can because Bryan only accepts 51% of their applicants. People from all over the world come to this college so you will not be alone if your come from a long distance away from the college.
Great for these types of students This college is great for someone who is looking for a small, private Christian college in which you will learn the idea of a true community with the students and the professors. This college is also perfect fro those who are Christian and want to have a Christian world view taught to them.
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3 out of 3 people found this review useful.
Joshua from Katy, TX
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot I think some of the professors don't like athletes and that makes it hard, because I am one. Some of the profs are easy to talk to, but others are downright impossible.
Am enjoying being here I enjoy it most of the time. Some of the people are a little too legalistic, which drives me crazy. Look past them and you'll find good people.
Bang for the buck For a small Christian school, it's not overly expensive, but it's more than a state school. Good education, though. They were not overly helpful when it came to finding money for me to go here, maybe because I'm from out of state.
Tips for prospective students You need to decide you are willing to follow the rules before you come here, because there are a lot of them. They tend to be for your own good, but it is still hard sometimes.
Great for these types of students Great for those who want to be able to know everyone on campus and for people who don't mind rules.
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2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
CN from Massachusetts
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot I have learned so much during my years at Bryan. Students who come with questions find a lot of answers... and more questions! The professors are probably what make the experience in the classroom so great. Their willingness to answer questions and get us digging for answers makes education at Bryan very interactive. And for a visual and kinesthetic learner, that's important! By the way, here's a small fact I learned this year at Bryan in one of my Psychology major classes: the reason psychiatric drugs are so dangerous is because they cross the blood-brain barrier into your Central Nervous System.
Am enjoying being here Bryan is a great community. The RD's and RA's have a real love for the students, often sacrificing sleep and their own time to be with a student who needs them. Bryan also has great things to get involved with, from clubs like Rugby, to activities like drama and visiting nursing homes.
Bang for the buck I am probably among the poorest of the students at Bryan, yet they have worked very hard to keep me at school, even during financial difficulty. If you are trying your hardest to get enough money for tuition, you can be pretty confident that they'll help you the rest of the way. Their scholarship programs are great, especially if you are from TN.
Tips for prospective students Our Professors love students to ask questions. Don't be afraid! Interacting with the professors will produce a more memorable and quality education for you.
Get out of your dorm room! There's so much fun stuff to do at Bryan, from attending sports games (yes, even non-athletes like me go!), to just hanging out with friends at the local Bimbo's diner. And if you happen to be free on a Sunday night - you can join me and others for swing dancing down in the park!
Spend some time in the community, either through a Bryan ministry group, or job, or whatever. The people of Dayton are very friendly to Bryan College Students.Great for these types of students Inquisitive, self-directed, community-minded, team-players
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Matthew from Columbia, SC
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences So far so good! Sat in on some classes earlier last year and really learned alot!! I am excited about going in the fall!!
Tips for prospective students Plan a trip to visit the campus. The Elevate program is a good way to see what is in store for you there. Apply so that an admissions counselor can contact you and answer any question you have.
Academic Rigor If you plan on being a science major, be prepared for a rigorous program. Bryan has a really tough program, but it will prepare you for Medical school or where ever you want to go with it. Science isn;t their only strong point!! Bryan has some awesome majors. The professors will prepare you for where ever you are headed!
Dorm Life There is a great sense of community around the dorms. It's like an extended family.
Food and Dining Good food, lot of options to choose from
What to do for fun Not much to do in Dayton. But when you get the chance go to Pocket Wilderness. Waterfalls, hiking, and beautiful scenery. There are shops on Main St. But not much.
Bang for the buck At $26,100 a year for the 2012-2013 school year. It's a little pricey. But getting their scholarships will help. $14,00 a year for the Presidential merit, $10,000 a year for the Presidential, and $6,000 a year for the Dean. But I brought mine down considerably. Apply to outside scholarships as well
Clubs and Activities Lot of activities to do on campus. They also have many ministries to take part in
Campus Safety Curfews are at 12am on weekdays and 2am on weekends. Rules are you have to be in the dorm by that time. Everyone watches out for each other too. I felt really safe.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Monica from Ringgold, GA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The professors here are great. They really care about their students on a personal level as well as their classroom performance. The classes are tough but the professors make sure you understand the material and make it interesting for you to learn.
Am enjoying being here I love being at Bryan College. Most of the students are friendly and caring. The dorm rooms may be small and a little old, but there's nothing like living on campus with all of your friends close by. All of the staff is friendly, and while the food is still cafeteria food, it's pretty good by comparison with other schools' food.
Bang for the buck Bryan is an expensive school. There's no getting around that. However, the financial aid office is happy to help you find the scholarships and loans that you need to attend the school.
Tips for prospective students Apply for financial aid early and often. Other than that, just get ready for an atmosphere of challenging academics and Christian fellowship with the community of students and professors.
Great for these types of students Christians, former home schoolers, people who want a challenging academic program, people who want a small private school
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Yvette from Cleveland , TN
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences i officially begin the bryan college aspire program in a few days. every persons i have been in contact with from bryan college has made me feel valued and is eager to assist me in my personal growth as an adult learner. the information bryan college has provided has been complete and concise to ensure my success.
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Lauern from Ringgold, GA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Bryan is an excellent source for personal and academic support through administration, faculty and other students. Bryan offers events like movie nights and school parties sometimes, but not on a weekly basis and often there is not much to do. Bryan has a lot of strict rules that I do not think should be applied to college students, such as curfew.
Tips for prospective students Be sure that Bryan has your major. If you are looking for a large school, you should not consider Bryan because we are very small. If you like to have contact and personal help from professors, you should consider Bryan; we offer a very good support system. Bryan offers several intramural sport opportunities so if you are not on an academic team, you can still be active. Be sure that Bryan is in your price range; though we offer many scholarship opportunities, tuition is very high here because we are private. We are a Non-Denominational college and Christian influences are everywhere, so be sure that you agree with our beliefs. Be sure to read the student handbook and observe all of the rules and decide if you will be able to follow them if you choose to attend.
Academic Rigor Bryan College is one of the top academic schools in the nation, and we hold our students to high standards. Many of the classes are harder here than they are at other schools, but we offer a lot of academic support and our professors are very flexible, reasonable, and understanding. Often, I hear rumors that a particular class is tough only to realize for myself that it is not that bad.
Dorm Life Our dorms are very nice and clean with decently spacious rooms. We have an excellent staff that cleans the dorms every day, though not our personal rooms. Each student has a bed, desk, set of five drawers, a nightstand, and a wardrobe. There are also sinks in every room which you share with your roommate. We have quiet hours every night starting at 11 pm to ensure that students have quiet places to study, sleep, or hang out. Each hall has one or two resident assistants assigned to it who administer room checks every now and then. Resident assistants also plan fun events for their halls like movie nights and parties. We also have a 12:30am curfew on weekdays and a 2am curfew on weekends. Though curfews in general for college students seems unsavory, these times are reasonable, and students can sign themselves out if they want to spend the night off campus. Extended curfew is also available for students who plan to be out later than curfew.
Food and Dining There is a wide variety of hot food in the cafeteria every day. We have a specialty line, a self-cook station, a salad bar, pizza line, along with a sub line where people make your personal food for you individually. Coffee, tea, juices, and sodas are available to drink. We also have an ice cream bar and a dessert and fruit table. The cafeteria serves three meals per day and is open from 7am to 7pm. We also have a restaurant in our student center that serves your choice of pizza or sub meals and stays open until 11pm.
What to do for fun Bryan College is located in Dayton, Tennessee which is very small. There is not much to do in the city itself. Bryan College provides several intramural opportunities, and occasional movie nights or campus parties, but these only occur every now and then. Other than that, there is a student center where students can watch television, play ping pong, Poole, or foosball. There are also televisions in the lobbies of all the dorms.
Bang for the buck Bryan College offers challenging thorough classes, community support, fun activities, and active campus life. Tuition is high, but students receive a lot here that is not offered at other schools.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus There is a large area known as The Grassy Bowl where Bryan College holds activities such as Barbarian wars (where students meet and battle in a medieval manner with handmade cardboard swords and shields and armor and eggs) and orientation games. It is also a place where students hang out or go to be alone. We have chapel three times a week: Monday, Wednesday, Friday.
Great for these types of students Students who like personal help and support from professors and other students. Students who like small schools and do not mind authority and rules. Students of the Christian faith. Students who like soccer because that is the most popular and most supported sport at Bryan.
Clubs and Activities Bryan College offers standard clubs like student government and newspaper staff, along with athletic teams and intramural teams. Students can start clubs on their own as long as they are approved by the school.
Greek Life There are no sororities or fraternities at Bryan College.
Campus Safety The dorms are all locked to everyone without a student key card, and we have campus security that checks all the dorms at night. We have a Dayton police officer on campus at all times. We have a night watch lady who drives around campus all night to ensure that nothing suspicious happens. We have fire drills to ensure that our alarms work, and protocols that we follow if there are campus emergencies.
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Amy from WI
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Bryan College is a non-denominational Christian school that strives to live up to its motto, Christ Above All. With 800 on-campus students, it is not a very big school, but it fosters a unique community. One of its biggest strengths is its emphasis in learning about worldviews and cultures while preparing students to make a difference in the world.
Tips for prospective students Get a chance to talk to a professor. One on one time with your future teachers is a great way to learn about what motivates the school. Don't be afraid to ask questions to students at the school, from favorite classes to least favorite food in the cafeteria. If finances are an issue, make an appointment with financial aid. Their goal is to make paying for school possible!
Academic Rigor Like most schools, Bryan's level of difficulty depends on your professor and major. Bryan College has solid academics but how rigorous it is depends on your strengths. Some professors are all about lecturing, others prefer class participation. Some are right in between.
Dorm Life Dorm life can be lots of fun! Your roomate and neighbors are your first friends if you don't know anyone on campus, and each dorm has its unique history and style.
Food and Dining While cafeteria food is not what I would call fine dining, Bryan College's cafeteria has lots of options. There is a sub bar, pizza bar, salad bar, soup, as well as an area to make your own food (eggs, stir fry, etc. depending on what is provided) and the hot-bars for the main course being served. If you don't like what is being provided, or missed a meal, the sub-zone offers meal-exchange where you can get pizza, a sub, chips, cookies, salad, or soup and a soft-drink instead. There are lots of options.
What to do for fun To be honest, Dayton is kind of a boring town. Bryan College almost always has something going on, though! Whether it is the library hosting local authors, student government throwing a karaoke party, or basketball game down at the gym, it is not hard to find fun. If all else fails, there is a cool hang-out room full of pool, foosball, and ping-pong to hang out with other students.
Clubs and Activities Bryan College has many clubs that vary from year to year. Some popular ones include:
Advanced Stage Movement, Anime Club, Chess Club, Coffee Club, College Republicans, Cycling Club, Dodgeball Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Fencing, French Club, Imagebearers, International Students' Association, Martial Arts Club, Psychology Club, Rugby Football Club (makes up for the fact that we don't have a football team), and my personal favorite...the Debate Team. There are also lots of opportunities to get involved in intramural sports. Ministry opportunities are one Bryan's biggest strengths, though, with everything from working with the homeless to helping the elderly.Campus Safety Safety on Bryan College campus is very important. A local police officer is on campus during the day and night there are guys keeping an eye on the grounds. I have never felt unsafe.
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Josiah from Chattanooga, TN
Reviewer is A current student here.
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