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12 out of 12 people found this review useful.
Megan from Springfield, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The academics are wonderful. Not only do you have professors who are top notch in their field but you have professors who care about you as a person. I have learned so much because the professors are willing to sit down with you outside of class and give you the help you need.
Am enjoying being here The people are nice and the environment is very welcoming. There are a lot of smart driven kids at Union so we study hard but we also play hard. There are always activities going on and a club or group to get involved in. The food is good and a fun thing about Union is you have a kitchen so you can invite your friends over for dinner at your suite.
Bang for the buck The school is a little expensive but you get great housing and a wonderful education.
Tips for prospective students Visit the schools you are looking at and ask to sit in on a class and meet a professor in your desired major. Just going on the campus tour will not tell you much about the school but meeting the professors and seeing classes will.
Great for these types of students Smart driven students, kids from down south, students who desire a Christian school, and kids who are willing to go to a smaller school.
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8 out of 8 people found this review useful.
Jason from Jackson, TN
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Union's professors are top-notch. Almost all of them are active in their field; different professors are constantly churning out books and speaking at conferences. In fact, many of the professors came to Union from teaching at a grad school or seminary.
The curriculum is distinctly oriented on the liberal arts and rooted in a conservative biblical tradition. Other Christian schools have abandoned their conservative heritage, but the liberals on faculty at Union are few and far between. The class sizes range from 2 to the 20s; even the core classes have no more than 20-something students. Most professors genuinely care about the students' learning and gear their classes accordingly.Am enjoying being here Student life is very enjoyable. I am a member of one of the three fraternities on campus, and the Greek life here is different than almost any other school. Along with the three strong on-campus sororities, Union's Greek organizations enjoy an alcohol- and hazing-free environment.
Jackson is a boring city, but Union provides plenty of opportunities. There's never a shortage of student groups for getting involved, and the on-campus coffee shop hosts concerts almost every weekend.
Union's small student body (about 3,000 undergrads) provides a close-knit atmosphere. It's hard to walk into the cafeteria without seeing at least someone you know. Friends are easily made here, and living on campus is a lot of fun (not to mention the incredibly nice dorms).Bang for the buck Union is too expensive, but they can't help it. It's a private institution, so they don't receive government subsidies. Nevertheless, Union is generous with their scholarships, so it's easy to fund your education here.
Tips for prospective students The best thing you can do is visit the campus and talk to current students. As is the case anywhere, enrollment counselors will tell you almost anything. Get the facts from current students, and do your best to actually visit the campus during the spring or fall when school is in full swing.
Great for these types of students Union is a great place, but it's very much a bubble. The Union bubble consists largely of white, middle- or upper-middle class, Christian (especially Southern Baptist) students. While there are many students who do not belong to this bubble, myself included, it can be frustrating. Nevertheless, there are bubbles wherever you go, and ours is no reason not to go here. If you are already in this bubble, Union will be great for you. If not, you can still have a great experience here.
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8 out of 8 people found this review useful.
Allison from Pittsburgh, PA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The faculty here at Union University are wonderful doctors and professors who truly care about your success as a student. They make themselves available for students who have questions or need help, and their instruction is superb. Classmates are another source of learning, whether it be through friendly relationships, peer tutoring, or study groups.
Am enjoying being here Union is one of the best places I could imagine myself being here. The community of people is so strong, and the spiritual atmosphere is wonderful. The campus is beautiful, and I can't imagine having better dorms than the ones provided at Union. Various clubs and regularly scheduled meetings provide a person a lot of opportunities to experience different activities and get to know people.
Bang for the buck The price of Union is pretty dissuading to prospective, and even current, students, seeing as how the school costs close to 30k a year. The scholarship award program is very good though, offering students significant financial aid. The costs for things are a little high, but after evaluating at the services that a student receives, it balances it. Free laundry room use, a generous amount of free printing, wireless, beautiful and up to date premises, wonderful dorms. Everything is thrown in, making the price rise, but it’s worth it.
Tips for prospective students Definitely take a tour and experience as much of Union life as possible. Talk to current students about their life at Union, sit in classes, talk to advisors of the major you're interested, or just talk to professors who might be available.
Great for these types of students Union has high academic standards, and so I would recommend this school to anyone who's a hard worker, and does their best in keeping up with studies. One can get swallowed in studies anywhere, but it's especially important not to get behind here. Union is also a great place for students who desire to be a part of an amazing Christian community, with plenty of places to minister, both on campus and in the community.
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5 out of 5 people found this review useful.
Kathryn from Bartlett, TN
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The academics at Union are impeccable. From the president to the part-time professor, you can see their goal to make each student better. I have learned so much already about how to make a difference in a specific field. Union prides itself on being a liberal arts college, therefore, its goal is to make each student well rounded in all areas of life and education. The classes are smaller therefore allowing a better relationship with professors and better understanding of the curriculum.
Am enjoying being here Union's atmosphere is inviting and active. Although Jackson is small compared to places like Memphis and Nashville, students still find fun activities to do off-campus as well as doing a lot on-campus. On-campus activities can range from greek life to debate team to wellness activities like Zumba or intramurals. Off-campus you can find coffee shops, shopping centers, running/biking trails, and much more. One of the favorite things students enjoy are concerts at the on campus coffee lounge, Barefoot Joes. Artists such as the Civil Wars, Andy Davis, and Derek Webb have performed there.
Bang for the buck While Union is on the expensive side, it is definitely worth it for the education. Union is a top accredited school in all areas of academics. The School of Nursing, School of Education, and School of Pharmacy have all been recognized for the education they provide. It is also in the top tier of schools in its category for the 13th straight year in the U.S.News & World Report college rankings.
Tips for prospective students Make sure to visit on a preview day or when students are on campus. It is much more exciting because you get to see interaction between students or you even be able to sit in on a few classes. Make sure to talk to the financial aid office. They are always willing to help and would never want a student to be turned away due to financial status.
Great for these types of students Students who love a smaller atmosphere with many opportunities to get involved in activities and leadership. Dorms allow for students to have their own room while sharing either one or two bathrooms, a living area and a kitchen.
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5 out of 5 people found this review useful.
Jonathan from Jackson, TN
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Academically, Union is a very challenging school. Classes require you to think hard and build on what you have learned throughout the year. I have learned SO much this year and know that all this knowledge will be extremely helpful in my post-college years!
Am enjoying being here Union is very fun and tries its hardest to help students have fun! Freshmen are invited to countless events during the first semester at Union and are constantly given the opportunity to participate in fun and exciting activities.
Bang for the buck Union is a little pricey but its definitely worth it. Housing is amazing, even for freshmen! The quality of teaching is amazing and the teachers are definitely qualified to teach their classes. The campus is beautiful and classrooms are comfortable and technologically equipped. Union offers the highest quality of private education.
Tips for prospective students Union is a small college with a little over 3000 students enrolled. It provides an amazing opportunity to get close to many students and professors. My main piece of advice is to pay close attention during orientation week because you will learn so much important information that will help your transition be so much smoother.
Great for these types of students ANY and ALL types!
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6 out of 8 people found this review useful.
Latosha from Corinth, MS
Reviewer is A past student here.
Categories Rating Comments Tips for prospective students It is expensive but the campus is beautiful and the staff is wonderful. If you can afford it, then you should try it out.
Great for these types of students This university offers a Christian atmosphere and great counselors, as well as teachers. I enjoyed almost every class.
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2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
Anonymous
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Union has excellent professors that are not only extremely educated but also very helpful to students.
Am enjoying being here The extracurricular activities that are available at the school are endless! I love having so many choices. The environment of the school and the whole student body is incredible.
Bang for the buck Union is very expensive... However, after attending a year there, I have no regrets and will have no regrets on the money that is spent on my tuition. Every penny is worth it because of the great experience students have at Union.
Tips for prospective students Always go to your professor. They will and are eager to help you if you will ask. Get involved with a variety of activities on campus as well as off campus. Find a church and get plugged in.
Great for these types of students Students who want a legit Christian environment as well as a legit education.
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2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
Kenan from Glen Carbon, IL
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot To be honest, I came to college a bit cocky. Union showed me that I still had a whole lot to learn.
Am enjoying being here Honestly, I couldn't imagine myself at any other college. The dorms are absolutely fantastic: Even in the Heritage dorms in the every student gets his own room, and shares a bathroom, kitchen, and living room with three other students. Four words: Friday night NERF Wars.
Bang for the buck At ~$30,000 a year, Union is definitely not light on the pocketbook. However, the professors are great, the campus is amazing, the students are friendly, and it's The oldest Christian university (founded in 1823) that is still connected to a State Convention (Tennessee Southern Baptist).
Tips for prospective students Visit every college that you want to go to and even some colleges that you don't (I only visited Union because I had friends there, I was planning to attend another college). Always ask about free Applications - almost all colleges have a time when they offer them.
Great for these types of students I'd imagine that any student would find an area to fit in, here at Union.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Justin from Belmont, MS
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Union University is the best school on the face of the earth. Teachers really care about the success of the student and encourage the students to do their very best. Almost all of the students there are friendly and genuinely care about their peers.
Tips for prospective students Campus visits are a great first step. You will be given a campus tour and meet potential teachers and faculty memebers. You will also get to visit the student housing and get to experience what campus life is all about.
Academic Rigor Academics are tough, but the faculty really care about you and want to see you suceed. Be disciplined and ready to study hard. There are many resources available to accomodate your study needs.
Dorm Life The dorm life is awesome. I live in a quad, with three roommates. We get along great and hang out with our neighbors.
Food and Dining There are two opitions on campus and many nearby off-campus restaurants. I ususally eat lunch on campus. I frequent the nearby Chic-fil-a for supper.
What to do for fun There is always something going on at Union. Intramural sports are my favorite activities. I also enjoy movies on the great lawn.
Bang for the buck Tuition a Union is very expensive. My parents continue to sacrafice material things for my education expenses. They consider it an investment in my future.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Two of my room mates are form Kenya. Their culture is very different from ours. They recently experienced bacon for the first time!
Great for these types of students If you are a Christian and seek a purpose for your life, I would recommend Union University. The faculty and staff are readily available to assist you in any way they can. They continually pray for the student body and the chapel services are awesome.
Clubs and Activities There are many clubs, depending on your major. There are always some kind of activities going on around campus. Absolutely, there is never a dull moment.
Greek Life There are several fraternities on campus. After much consideration, I chose to bypass membership. The hours required to each group was more than I could afford.
Campus Safety I feel very safe at Union. There is a guard at the gate who protects us. It is a Christian environment.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Ashton from Springfield, TN
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences A wonderful caring school and focuses on your Christian Life. I recommend it!!!
Academic Rigor Everyone is caring and treat you like a person.
Dorm Life Dorm life is awesome!!
What to do for fun There are lots of activities
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Hope from Woodstock, GA
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will learn a lot I attended a class and absolutely loved it! The students were so engaged in the class and the discussion
Will enjoy being here The campus is BEAUTIFUL! The dorms are super nice and set up like an apartment so you have your own room
Bang for the buck It's expensive and that's why I'm not sure if I can go there (but fingers crossed)
Tips for prospective students Visit classes when you go and talk to students!
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Alma from Columbia, TN
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Union has a great Biology program. It also has a great introductory course to the Union environment that helps understand who they are and what they stand for.
Am enjoying being here The teachers are amazing and understanding. The environment of the school is amazing. The coffee shop, the library, and even the hallways of some of the buildings set up a perfect studying environment.
Bang for the buck The tuition is a bit high, but the education is high quality and is worth every penny. If money is the problem, they will do everything they can to help you out. They have great scholarship opportunities as well.
Tips for prospective students If there is any doubt about this school, a visit will help things out. The campus is amazing and just one visit will take your breath away.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Emma from Covington, TN
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will enjoy being here I have been on a tour of the campus and absolutely fell in LOVE with Union University. I hope and pray that I will enjoy my years to come at Union.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Courtney from Bolivar, TN
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Tips for prospective students It's a beautiful campus and very welcoming. Everyone I've spoken to about Union has had nothing but great things to say. The enrollment counselors are also very helpful. I can't wait to attend!
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Christa from Mays Landing, NJ
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will learn a lot The academics really appeal to me greatly, seeing that I love to study and am highly motivated to achieve great academic success. Their nursing program is incredibly state-of-the-art.
Will enjoy being here Union has a great campus, which is clean, friendly, and quiet. The only thing that I felt I needed to say is for Creationist Christians. I contacted Union and asked them about their stand on evolution, and their response was very disappointing. They said that we have not yet formulated a positional statement on evolution and also said in response to the validity of evolution: whether it is true or not. Obviously, they seemed to be quite wishy-washy in their stance on evolution. So, I suggest you weigh this into your decision, for those of you who believe in God's literal six-day Creation. I know I am weighing this in my heart, and praying about it.
Bang for the buck I believe it'll be well worth it. However, it is very expensive, and even though my parents could afford it, it is a great deterrant to me. I have viewed and visited other schools that are less expensive, but what it boils down to is Union seems worth the cost for what you're getting. A private bedroom for each student is by far one of the greatest deciding factors for me in my search for a college. I believe that kind of privacy is very important for young adults. We're not children growing up in a Walton-sized household! I have my own room and like to keep it that way! I'm not anti-social, mind you, it's just nice to have your own space and your own life, if you know what I mean. I slept over in the dorms and their awesome!!!
Tips for prospective students Visit! I've visited colleges and the very ones I thought I was going to love and adore, I pretty much was disappointed with when I visited. So, really, spend the money to go visit the school! It's better to spend 1k to go and visit, then to enroll without a visit and be in a mess! Plus, with visiting, you will most likely know your answer after you're done!
Great for these types of students If you desire academic excellence, I believe I can rightfully recommend Union to you.
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1 out of 2 people found this review useful.
kaitlynn from Huntingdon, TN
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will learn a lot Has a very elaborate nursing department. Was pleased with the tour and discussion with Ms Edie.
Will enjoy being here Love the facility, dorms, food areas, rec and chilling out areas too. Great sports teams to cheer for as well.
Bang for the buck More expensive than more by other school choices. I believe it will be worth it.
Tips for prospective students visit the school. Ms Sarah is great with calming your anxieties and making feel good about your decision.
Great for these types of students Jocks, geeks, Jesus freaks - I believe that just about anyone would appreciate this school. Dr Dockery is a great leader of a great school.
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1 out of 6 people found this review useful.
Ebone' from Halls, TN
Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.
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Kimberly from Memphis, TN
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Union is an amazing school that really cares about there students. The school is a great place to learn as well as have fellowship with other students. There isn't a faculty that doesn't care about you.
Tips for prospective students Union is a lot harder then most school and the grading scale is picky, Studying everyday is crucial and attendance matters. Miss class too many times and you will fail.
Dorm Life The dorms are small but you get your own room.
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