Visit Report by arkitex (Member since August 03 2007 with 36 posts) Visit Date - June 2007
Visit to Washington University in St. Louis in June 2007 by arkitex (Parent of Student, HS Class of 2008)
Visit Activities:
Admissions Interview:
Yes - D did interview, so I cannot comment. Information Session:
Yes - Information session was well organized, informative, and interesting. Had 3 presenters giving different perspectives - admissions officer, student, and faculty member. Campus Tour:
Yes - Beautiful self-contained campus. In a big city, but feels suburban/protected. Classroom Visit:
No - School was not in session
Washington University in St. Louis Campus:
Friendliness/Courtesy of Students: 5 - Excellent Friendliness/Courtesy of Staff: 5 - Excellent Appearance of Campus: 5 - Excellent -
Some ongoing construction, but it did not detract.
Building/Facilities Maintenance/Cleanliness: 5 - Excellent Dormitories: 5 - Excellent -
To some degree dorms are dorms. These were well maintained. I liked the village concept of the area where the dorms are. Food was good, too.
Security/Safety: 4 - Very Good -
Felt very protected.
Overall Campus Impression: 5 - Excellent
Off-Campus:
Area Immediately Around Campus: 4 - Very Good -
Forest Park is nearby - lots of free amenities for those days when you need a break or want some exercise or a museum or the zoo.
City/Town/Community: 4 - Very Good -
Lots to see and do in St. Louis. In many ways is a town that is still looking back at it's hey-day instead of looking forward, but there's a lot of interesting history. People R generally
Campus Visit Notes for Washington University in St. Louis:
Visit Description:
The day was hot and very humid. Was very impressed with our guide - she pointed out all the things that were great about the school and all the ways they work hard to help their students succeed. There are lots of opportunities for participation in theater music and sports, no matter what your major. Was a definite fit for my daughter. Can't say enough good things about it.
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Felt very protected.