Princeton University Visit Report by joshcasto

Visit to Princeton University in April 2009 by joshcasto
(Other, HS Class of 2010)
(Member since April 25 2008 with 245 posts)

 
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Visit Activities:


Admissions Interview: No - I've yet to apply.

Information Session: Yes - Avoid. Except for the last twenty minutes, it's a repeat of what the tour guide said. The adcom who gave the session even admitted she was stealing their thunder.

Campus Tour: Yes - Wonderful. Did not cover the outskirts of the campus, but hit through the heart of it. Very friendly guides.

Overnight Visit: No - I've yet to apply.

Classroom Visit: Yes - All very small and cozy. Warm atmosphere.


Campus:



Friendliness/Courtesy of Students:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent
All unassuming and unpretentious.



Friendliness/Courtesy of Staff:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent
All cordial, polite, and above all, GENUINE.



Appearance of Campus:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent
It's Princeton. Most beautiful campus in the country.



Building/Facilities Maintenance/Cleanliness:
4 - Very Good
4 - Very Good
They're old but well-kept. Wouldn't eat from the floor, though.



Dormitories:
4 - Very Good
4 - Very Good
A tad small.



Security/Safety:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent
You feel - and are - safe.



Overall Campus Impression:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent
Desperately want to attend! I've grown up half an hour away and always have loved it there.


Off-Campus:



Area Immediately Around Campus:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent
Nassau Street, Hoagie Haven, and Thomas Sweets. Enough said.



City/Town/Community:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent
Central Jersey - we're the best!

Campus Visit Notes for Princeton University


Visit Description:

See above and below.

Dining/Restaurant Recommendations or Comments:

AMAZING

Other Comments (Transportation, local attractions, parking, etc.):

Very busy. Come mid-afternoon.