Boston University Visit Report by fogfog

Visit to Boston University in March 2009 by fogfog
(Parent of Student, HS Class of 2011)
(Member since October 22 2009 with 198 posts)

 
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Visit Activities:


Information Session: Yes - Excellent session, with several participants sharing experiences

Campus Tour: Yes - Excellent tour--we took the Ultimate tour--last several hours


Campus:



Friendliness/Courtesy of Students:
3 - Good
3 - Good




Friendliness/Courtesy of Staff:
3 - Good
3 - Good




Appearance of Campus:
4 - Very Good
4 - Very Good




Building/Facilities Maintenance/Cleanliness:
4 - Very Good
4 - Very Good




Dormitories:
4 - Very Good
4 - Very Good
Toured a couple of dorm rooms--typical, small, had built ins. Very live-able



Security/Safety:
4 - Very Good
4 - Very Good
Secured dorms, shuttles etc



Overall Campus Impression:
4 - Very Good
4 - Very Good



Off-Campus:



Area Immediately Around Campus:
3 - Good
3 - Good




City/Town/Community:
4 - Very Good
4 - Very Good
Urban city--has fringe areas

Campus Visit Notes for Boston University


Visit Description:

Took Ultimate Terrier tour--worth the time--


Excellent tour guides gave a great tour of many university bldgs and explained why they choose BU, how BU helps them put together a major etc

It is a HUGE school but seems to have something for everyone

Our son put BU on the short list after looking at it...a large research university (physcial sciences/mathematics) with his varsity sport..

Hotel/Lodging Recommendations or Comments:

we stayed downtown

Dining/Restaurant Recommendations or Comments:

eat on the campus--try the dining room so your student can see the buffet choices

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

Use the T