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New York University Visit Report by saraklausing

Visit to New York University in February 2007 by saraklausing
(Student, HS Class of 2008)
(Member since June 08 2007 with 2 posts)
 
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Visit Activities:


Information Session: Yes - The information session was excellent. The woman who actually ran the session answered all questions asked, especially when it came down to majors and NYU's different schools.

Campus Tour: Yes - This is the CRUCIAL part of the tour. NYU's different buildings are scattered throughout various parts of the city, but the little purple flags still make you feel like you're part of someth

Campus:


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



Friendliness/Courtesy of Staff:
4 - Very Good
4 - Very Good



Appearance of Campus:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent
It's right near Washington Square in the most amazing city in the world, New York. Personally, I love the city and everything about it so imagining myself living there was not a problem.


Building/Facilities Maintenance/Cleanliness:
4 - Very Good
4 - Very Good
I was astonished to find walk through the buildings of NYU because, like others, I expected a school in the city to be a little on the rugged side. All of the buildings I was in were gorgeous.


Dormitories:
4 - Very Good
4 - Very Good
NYU also just built brand new dormitories for freshmen...a definate plus!


Security/Safety:
4 - Very Good
4 - Very Good
Again, because you're in NYC you'd expect there to be a lot of crime. There is, but NYU's campus system is EXREMELY safe. My father, who is really strict, was impressed with NYU's


Overall Campus Impression:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent
You really have to experience it to get a feel for it. My friend was in love with NYU but when she actually saw it she decided she would never go there. For me? Love at first sight.

Off-Campus:


Area Immediately Around Campus:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent
The most amazing place in the world.


City/Town/Community:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent


Campus Visit Notes for New York University


Visit Description:

I've heard a lot of things about NYU...it's not a typical college experience, you have to be able to handle yourself in the city, etc. One of my good friends is a terrific actress and people always told her it was a college that was meant for her, and it was her dream school, that is, until she visited it. She said she could not imagine attending a school whose campus is in such an urban community. When I toured NYU, I was afraid I would be intimidated by the pace and size of the city. It turned out to be completely and wonderfully different than I expected. The buildings are clean and some offer the most beautiful views of the city. A lot of people complain about the "lack of community." Honestly I have no idea what they're talking about! I guess you have to get used to the fact that NYU is in the city! I definately think there is a fantastic sense of community. On every block you see a purple flag, and you can't help but think that you're a part of something great in a really great place. I'm really glad that I took a tour of NYU so that I could get an opinion for myself, and not just listen to what everyone else had to say. To sum it up, NYU is truly a unique university, and you have to take a tour to see if it's right for you.

Dining/Restaurant Recommendations or Comments:

After your tour, go to Spice. It's a great Thai restaurant that has affordable lunch deals. The food is amazing and you'll get a feel for what it's like to be a student!