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Case Western Reserve University (Case) Reviews

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  • 15 out of 18 people found this review useful.

    Meaghan from Harrah, OK

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The classes are very challenging and you definitely have to earn your grade, but when you look back at all you've learned, its worth it!
    Am enjoying being here

    Case has become like a second home for me! The atmosphere is that of a close knit community!
    Bang for the buck

    Its expensive, but if you apply for financial aid and some scholarships it will work out great. The degree you get will be worth it!
    Tips for prospective students

    Study really hard and apply for tons of scholarships and you'll work yourself to a degree that'll be from a school with an excellent reputation!
    Great for these types of students

    Prospective engineers, people who were overachievers and involved in everything possible in HS.

  • 11 out of 11 people found this review useful.

    Josh from Kettering, OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    This school presents academic challenges that I feel other schools do not offer. I have been pushed to learn the most I possibly can and also to be able to apply that knowledge.
    Am enjoying being here

    I have met many people with the same interests as me both academically and socially. Everybody works together to accomplish their goals. I have joined Greek life and enjoyed it tremendously. My biggest complaint is the weather.
    Bang for the buck

    My financial aid package was much better than what other schools were offering me. They do their best to make it as affordable as possible. The education is one of the best and there are opportunities everywhere.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make a list of what you look for in a school. The weather in Cleveland is very cold and windy during the winter which can make it difficult to motivate yourself to go to class at times. The education is great but the social life can be slower than a lot of other schools as a result of the workload.
    Great for these types of students

    Academically motivated students with a clear goal.

  • 9 out of 9 people found this review useful.

    Brittany from Macungie, PA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    You will definitely work harder than you ever did in high school, but at the end of every class, you will also know that you actually learned something. Everyone at Case is very focused on their career goals, and the coursework teaches you exactly what you will need to achieve those goals.
    Am enjoying being here

    Case has become a second (or first) home to me. Despite the amount of work, students do still have fun. And, even if we are working on a problem set together, the pain is negated by how much I enjoy working with my wonderful friends.
    Bang for the buck

    I'm sure you know that Case is expensive, but they are also very generous with scholarships. However, keep in mind that all merit-based scholarships are GPA dependent, and you will have to earn your 3.0. Also, your admission application (common app) is the scholarship application, so you might as well apply!
    Tips for prospective students

    Don't be afraid to check out Case Greek life. It doesn't fit the normal stereotype, and you will meet a lot of great friends.
    Go to the book swap for super cheap used textbooks.
    AND develop time management skills early freshman year. If your GPA starts high, then you never have to pull it back up.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who thrive in an academic environment.
    If you are content discussing pokemon and star trek for hours, then you will fit right in.
    If you want to party with friends, then you will also fit in. However, you might have to limit yourself to one night during the weekends, and do work during the other.

  • 4 out of 4 people found this review useful.

    Sarah from MEDINA, OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Case's classes are challenging, and you definitely have to put in your fair share of work and studying, but if you're committed to learning, it's nothing you cant't handle. Unless you're taking a pre-med requirement or an engineering prerequisite, the classes tend to be on the smaller side and there is a lot of opportunity for one on one time with professors and TA's. All are very helpful and are willing to meet with you after class or schedule a meeting to discuss any further questions you might have about class. The material is accessible so you're not completely in over your head.
    Am enjoying being here

    I love Case's campus life! Case is located in University Circle in Cleveand, Ohio. There is a younger vibe around campus from little Italy to Coventry. Getting around campus as well as getting off campus is so easy and accessible given the many modes of transportation around and off campus including Case's 'greenie' system (buses), the RTA buses that run regularly around Cleveland as well as the Rapid train station. There are countless groups on campus that get you involved and help you meet new people, so it's not just all studying. I love walking through campus. There is the college campus feel mixed in with the rush of the surrounding city, which makes for a very satisfying effect of being an individual.
    Bang for the buck

    Case is a private institution, with this years grand total adding up to about $55, 000 if you choose to live on campus. However, don't let this staggering number effect your decision to apply to Case. Case gives out huge amounts of financial aid to help those that need it, making this fantastic institution available to everyone. The money spent here will be worth it in the long run. You'll come out with a fantastic education from a university that has an upstanding reputation for producing some of the country's top engineers and nurses along with many other professional candidates.
    Tips for prospective students

    If you are planning to attend Case Western Reserve University be prepared to spend most nights staying in and studying. Being a student here demands tremendous time management skills, as well as knowing how to study. Tips for future students include learning your best study techniques before you actually attend, not only this university, but any college. This will help you so much in the long run so you won't be spending your first semester fumbling through you classes because you never learned what study habits work best for you. Another tip; join any club you can. This is a great way to meet new people outside of your dorm and your major. Its a great way to learn how to network as well.
    Great for these types of students

    Case is a great school for anyone, but I feel that those students who are going to school to prepare for grad school will especially thrive. Case is a great foundation school when considering continuing onto law school or medial school. Also, students that love city life, but find New York or Chicago to overwhelming will love what Cleveland has to offer as an academic setting.

  • 5 out of 6 people found this review useful.

    PF from Cleveland, OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    CWRU has a rigorous schedule especially for engineer and science majors. The university has no restrictive policy on taking course work in outer colleges (a student in the engineering school could take a arts and science course). The professors are experienced in the subjects they teach either through trade or research.
    Am enjoying being here

    Cleveland has a lot of culture to offer students visiting. The campus is located within 'University Circle' the locations of the Art Museum and Natural History Museum. Little Italy is a short 2 minute walk east. The Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals are located nearby. There is easy transportation downtown to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Great Lakes Science Center, House of Blues, and Tower City... along with connections to all the sports stadiums (MLB, NBA, and NFL teams).
    Bang for the buck

    CWRU is an expensive university. It is a private institution. However, from what I've heard in comparison the university does have good services for students especially in research and job attainment. Furthermore, there are many student affair's divisions for active participation such as the office of multicultural affairs, career center, or women's center.
    Tips for prospective students

    Prospective students should consider the type of school they wish to attend. CWRU is unique in that the graduate school is larger than the undergraduate school. This means there is usually a lot of opportunity to complete research and attend graduate schools. The biggest help, is to perform well in high school and research the many schools you are interested in.
    Great for these types of students

    This school is great for student who enjoy cold climates. Cleveland receives tons of snow from November to April. Students who are interested in Medicine, Art, Music, and Engineering will find a home at CWRU.

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Chill Murray

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Regardless of what you come into Case to learn, you will learn above and beyond what you ever expected from a college classroom. The classes are all very informative and challenging. I've yet to have a class where I did not enjoy some part of it (even if it was just my Calculus professor's sick beard.)
    Am enjoying being here

    Case is a wonderful place and will blow your mind if you give it a chance. Cleveland is home to many delicious dining establishments and a thriving music scene. LeBron may be gone but that doesn't mean Cleveland is dead. Trust me.
    Bang for the buck

    Sure, CWRU is a pricy private school. However, with the amount of financial aid and merit scholarship available, the price of attendance is easily offset. You will get your moneys worth.
    Tips for prospective students

    Winter is coming Make sure you bring a winter coat and snowboots because the lovely Cleveland winters will surely come. Also, don't head in to Case making the assumption that you are the smartest person in the world. (We already have enough of those sorts)
    Great for these types of students

    Highly motivated, hard working students.

  • 3 out of 4 people found this review useful.

    Christy from Boise, ID

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The classes here at CWRU are absolutely amazing. Even in the classes that the majority of the freshman class are taking at the same time (CHEM 105/106, BIOL 214), the good professors make an effort to stay available and make sure you understand the material. The CHEM 105/106 professor even gives out his cell phone number so that you can text him questions during class or any time afterwards! A lot of the larger classes are also recorded by MediaVision, which means that you can re-watch the lectures online. If you're willing to apply yourself, there are always resources available to help you get the most out of your time here.
    Am enjoying being here

    You will hear some people on campus complaining about the school, but if you dedicate yourself to taking advantage of all it has to offer there should be nothing to complain about. The opportunities for academics, extra-curricular activities, and community service are so abundant that most freshmen have trouble deciding how to limit their involvement. There's always something going on around campus - you just have to find the time to go.
    Bang for the buck

    The biggest thing that I've found here at CWRU that none of my other prospective colleges offered is the comprehensive support network they've established. There are people and groups waiting to give you advice and strategies for any part of the college experience and the life changes that accompany it. Although the school is primarily focused on the sciences, the wide range of classes and clubs lets you easily explore interests in almost any discipline. And even though it does come with a fairly large price tag, there are plenty of scholarships available through the school to help cover it.
    Tips for prospective students

    Do your research. CWRU excels in the sciences, especially with the research and internship opportunities offered by the school and nearby hospitals. A lot of the students here are planning on careers in engineering or the medical fields, so that should send up some flags if you're an English major. The breadth is great for exploring, but make sure CWRU has strong programs in what you're interested in pursuing.
    Great for these types of students

    Most of the students here are high achievers and have strong intrinsic motivation. We've got a place for the nerdy and geeky, but there are also a large number of performance-based groups and community service organizations. If you're looking to get everything possible out of your college experience - even if it means starting an organization - look into coming to CWRU.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Sophomore from WI

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    The classes are definitely challenging, but if you study what you are interested in it feels much less like work and more like learning and growing. Also, the downside to having such brilliant professors is that some of them are not the best at explaining.
    Tips for prospective students

    Absolutely do not pick your major based on its popularity, salary, or what other people tell you to do. If you do, it will be nearly impossible to stick it out. When you are expected to work this hard, you really want to enjoy what you are studying.
    Academic Rigor

    The amount of work and the difficulty level of it are definitely up there, but they do an excellent job of getting you to really apply what you learn.
    Dorm Life

    You are required to live on campus the first two years. Freshman dorms are pretty old and it all depends on the noise level of the people on your floor. Sophomore dorms are nicer and have suite layouts.
    Food and Dining

    The newly redone dining halls have a lot of locally grown food and the workers will always make or fetch something special for you if you have allergies or just a craving!
    What to do for fun

    Case gets you a lot of free admission to local places, like museums and gardens. They also give you a bus pass so you have easy access to the city if you want to go out to eat or see a concert.
    Bang for the buck

    The cost of Case is about $55.000 yearly. This may seem like a lot, but they give out tons in scholarships and grants for deserving students. The degree and education you will get is definitely worth the cost of attendance.
    Great for these types of students

    Students with a good work ethic who really want a top-notch education and a meaningful degree. People who always put studies first but make time to relax will do well here.
    Clubs and Activities

    There is a club for nearly everything at Case: ballroom dancing, juggling, and any major or area of study. They are all very welcoming to interested students.
    Campus Safety

    There are somewhere around 5 different police forces on campus, so officers are always present. At night, there is a Safe Ride escort service if you are feeling unsafe and want a ride back to your dorm.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Anonymous

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Case Western is a fantastic science and engineering school. It's location in Cleveland seems unappealing, but the campus has a way of setting itself apart from its surroundings. Case gives its students great opportunities for success.
    Tips for prospective students

    Case is a great school if you like a somewhat small student environment. You tend to recognize faces after a short time, but its big enough that not everyone can know everyone. Make sure you have an idea of what you want to do before coming to Case.
    Academic Rigor

    Case is a very academically challenging school. Nevertheless, the caliber of students who apply tend to be able to handle it.
    Dorm Life

    The dorms aren't the nicest in the world, but they offer a great opportunity to bond with your floor mates and create a decent enough social experience.
    Food and Dining

    The dining halls offer spectacular food.
    What to do for fun

    Case is surrounded by museums, which are always fun to visit. You can also take the Cleveland RTA, which is paid for in tuition, to see things in downtown Cleveland.
    Bang for the buck

    Case is very expensive. The opportunities, however, live up to what you are paying.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Case police are very friendly with students, and will likely not get any student in trouble, even if they catch you doing very illegal activities. They are more concerned with protecting the student body from the criminals of the surrounding area.
    Great for these types of students

    Smart, dedicated, know what they want to do.
    Clubs and Activities

    Case offers a very wide variety of student organizations for how small the campus is.
    Greek Life

    Case's Greek Life is one of the best in the nation. They inspire even the people who come in hating Greeks to join.
    Campus Safety

    Although the neighborhood is dangerous, Case police do a decent enough job of keeping things safe for students. Just remember to always take some precautions.

  • 3 out of 5 people found this review useful.

    Erica from Delaware, OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The teachers here are really clear about the topic and I have found them very helpful when I have questions
    Am enjoying being here

    Its nice, I have found a lot of very friendly people, the campus is nice to look at and the teachers are easy to talk to.
    Bang for the buck

    Case is a bit expensive but a lot of the student body receives scholarships or other financial aid to compensate the cost. The classes are really nice though so I think it is worth it.
    Tips for prospective students

    Go to class, the teachers normally have very good thoughts to share that make the topic make sense. Also don't wait until the last minute to do your homework, no matter what college you go to.
    Great for these types of students

    Great for students that enjoy labs, at least so far. I have found the labs to really add to my classes. Case seems to have a wide variety of students which makes it a good place for many people to feel like they belong.

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Set from Pittsburgh, PA

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has not been to campus.

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    Tips for prospective students

    It's a good school. Don't be afraid to look into it!

  • 1 out of 10 people found this review useful.

    Charles from Cleveland, OH

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

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  • 0 out of 9 people found this review useful.

    Charles from Cleveland, OH

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

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  • Rita from Cleveland OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    This University is for geeks. No social college life to speak of, people are cut-throat about grades. The choice of electives outside the major is EXTREMELY poor.
    Tips for prospective students

    Don't come if you are expecting a well rounded college experience. Come if you enjoy a heavy workload and weekends full of studying!
    Academic Rigor

    Some professors seem to enjoy making a subject difficult to understand ... and then criticize you for asking dumb questions.
    Dorm Life

    never lived in one
    Food and Dining

    Average quality and variety although they try to be low carbon footprint and organic.
    What to do for fun

    Exactly my question ...What is there to do for fun!!!

  • Nikhil from Fishers, IN

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Case is a really tough academic school. There is relatively little social life that takes place on campus because people are forced to spend a lot of time studying. Campus life in general is pretty mediocre.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be prepared to study hard, even on a Friday or Saturday night. Be prepared to have to work hard to maintain a social life if you choose to have one.
    Academic Rigor

    The academics here are really, really tough.
    Dorm Life

    The dorm life is pretty mediocre, usually you ca find a good number of people in your building or in neighboring buildings who you connect with. So, making friends tends to not really be too hard.
    Food and Dining

    The food in the dining halls really isn't that good at all, and it's very repetitive so it gets really old really fast.
    What to do for fun

    There isn't a whole lot, but there will be events going on across campus every once in a while and there are people who throw parties in there dorms or apartments or suites throughout campus on Friday and Saturday nights which you can attend if you know the right people and choose to attend. Also there isn't much to do throughout Cleveland.
    Bang for the buck

    It's really expensive, and there isn't a whole lot going on. But it is a good experience and it will get you prepared for a career or more education.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    There aren't really any of these, the only real tradition is students always study hard and they are always studying.
    Great for these types of students

    There isn't really anything that fits this description.
    Clubs and Activities

    There are plenty of clubs to get involved in if you choose to involve yourself in one of them. There are a wide variety of them, so it's not difficult to find whatever you may want to.
    Greek Life

    The Greed Life here is great. I am in a fraternity and it is the best decision I have made. It is extremely helpful because you get academic help from older students and you have a better social life. Our Greek Life tends to do better, on average, than the non-Greek community academically. We also do a lot of community service. And we always have a great time no matter what we're doing.
    Campus Safety

    The campus police are really good at keeping students safe, but it's in a relatively bad area of Cleveland so every once in a while things do happen but students are almost never hurt in any way and the campus police do a good job following the cases up.

  • Rishe from Lancaster, CA

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    Academic Rigor

    Excellent university if you really want to become somebody after you finish school. Their programs for engineering and medicine are especially strong with a good surrounding environment for both. Tough programs but worth it in the long run.
    Dorm Life

    Dorm life as with any other college is a once in a life time experience. Case has a decent dorm life with chances to make plenty of new friends who are just as motivated as you are.
    Food and Dining

    Food and dining is not bad at Case. There are plenty of options on and off campus to eat. If you do not want to eat on campus, Cleveland is just a half hour away on the bus.

  • Jerod from Holt, MI

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    This is primarily an Engineering school but offers a good pre-medical degree. There is strong alumni base that helps get internships for engineering students. The crime rate is high as we have had two students mugged from my dorm.
    Tips for prospective students

    Engineering and business programs are strong with lots of rich alumni avialble to sponsor internships.
    Academic Rigor

    Very intensive. As a pre-medical student I found I had little time beyond studying.
    Dorm Life

    The freshman dorms are spartan. As you get more seniority your options for dorm living (almost a must at Case other than fraternities or sororities), your options of getting better acomodations increase dramatically.
    Food and Dining

    Voted one of the best in the nation and well deserved.
    What to do for fun

    Cleveland is sortof a downer. Crime rate keeps things on campus but lots of traditional college stuff happening.
    Bang for the buck

    Very expensive.
    Great for these types of students

    Engineeers thrive here
    Greek Life

    Very strong here. Apaartments are not a very good option so this is the way to get out of the dorm.
    Campus Safety

    Not very good. We had two students from my dorm get mugged.

  • Adriana, define from

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    the course work is very challenging, and if you were one of those kids in high school that got perfect scores doing nothing, expect a reality check. everyone here is pretty interesting and welcoming, and the dorms aren't bad either. good academic assistance, but the weather is bipolar.
    Tips for prospective students

    this is a hardcore math and science school, seriously work at it if you plan to come here.
    Dorm Life

    not horrible, it's actually pretty decent. my suggestion is not to live in mistletoe till after the dorms have been renovated though.
    Food and Dining

    food isn't horrible either, i just think it gets tiring having mostly the same choices after first semester.
    Clubs and Activities

    so many clubs and activities and they're all awesome.
    Greek Life

    very different from most campus greek life, hard to explain, but if you attend you'll see.

  • jacquelyn from Cleveland, OH

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    Will learn a lot

    This school is excellent when it comes to your education. The staff is phenomenal.
    Bang for the buck

    The school is expensive but they hand out lots of scholarships. In the end you gain more then you spend anyway.

  • AH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    There are so many different classes, it's actually rather hard to choose which electives to take. The classes are academically challenging and rigorous, but there are so many people who want and will help you to succeed.
    Am enjoying being here

    The weather is a little dreary, but the people are amazing. You'll find people who share your interests, but you'll also find people who will drag you into sharing theirs...And you'll find yourself enjoying the weirdest things.
    Bang for the buck

    It's expensive, but they have quite a few merit scholarships and workstudy opportunities.
    Tips for prospective students

    -Go out and meet the people on your floor.
    -Be prepared to study hard
    -Invest in some good weather-appropriate clothing
    Great for these types of students

    Good at managing time, driven and motivated, able to have fun

  • Abigail from Brook Park, OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I just went to orientation and I already have learned so much! I am excited to go back in a couple weeks and start actually classes. I am sure I am going to learn a lot more when I am in my classes too just from meeting some of the professors!
    Am enjoying being here

    This diversity on campus is awesome and there are so many interesting people to meet! I loved being at orientation and hanging out with other people from around the country. The campus is also really cool since it is right outside the city of Cleveland but it almost feels like its own little community.
    Bang for the buck

    It is a very expensive school but I think that it is worth all of the loans I am taking out because of the location right in University Circle. I would eventually like a job there someday so that is why I chose Case, because of its location and ties to its community.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure you look for tons of scholarships and figure out your financial aid stuff early! If you plan on attending, keep searching for scholarships constantly that way the finances will not be a stressful burden on your family.
    Great for these types of students

    Case is mainly a nursing, medical, and engineering school so it is great for those types of majors and that is mainly what it is known for. I also think it is great for the arts though since it is right in University Circle where there are art museums and history museums as well as Severance Hall.

  • A Girl from Northern VA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Classes at Case are very challenging and the workload is very heavy. But you certainly learn as much as you'd hope considering how much you're paying!
    Am enjoying being here

    The social scene is practically nonexistent, there aren't enough restaurants around or things to do, and Cleveland is sketchy (so is its weather.) But the dorms are nice, the food's alright, and the school is small enough that you recognize most of the people in your classes by junior year, which is quite nice. Overall, it could be better, but it could be way worse.
    Bang for the buck

    I'm paying to learn things, and I'm certainly learning things.
    Tips for prospective students

    Bring a coat and rainboots and snowboots. Make friends with someone who has a car.
    Great for these types of students

    Highly motivated. You're a Case kid if you never had to study in high school, or if you studied all the time because you loved it. Either way, you learn quick once you get here.

  • Evan

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I have learned more in one year at case then my entire high school career. and that's not cause my high was below par. If you dedicate yourself to studying hard, you will learn tremendous amounts of information.
    Am enjoying being here

    I enjoy being at Case more than anywhere else because I have the opportunity to converse with very intelligent people (both professors and students). It has an extremely intellectually stimulating atmosphere.
    Bang for the buck

    Case is very expensive, but you really do get what you pay for when it comes to research opportunities. The classes themselves are not worth the money, but when you get the opportunity to work with graduate students over the summer in a lab geared towards your field, it all seems worth it.
    Tips for prospective students

    The best tip I can give is this: remember why you're going to college. By that I mean you're here to learn. In fact, you're paying anywhere from 20 to 50k to learn. You need to put nearly all your effort into studying and making connections inside the departments. Partying and having fun is not a problem. But think of it this way. Is your future boss going to appreciate you more for how much fun you can have or for how hard you can work? And please remember to be a respectful roommate. When you have to share your only place to stay on campus with another person, it makes life a lot harder if there isn't mutual respect between the two people.
    Great for these types of students

    I was surprised how large the gaming community is on Case. It's definitely great for them, but Case is all encompassing. No matter what you're into, you can find other people who do it. The common connection between every individual is that they're all very intelligent and motivated.