Ask a second semester Freshman anything!

Shah95
Wed, 04 Mar 2015 17:19:50 +0000

@ibcr98 - Yes it’s usually not a problem. The double major usually allows you to skip the intro level courses so that you don’t need to waste your schedule times. Also, it’s imperative to talk to your advisor before going abroad and making sure you have the necessary credits and core classes taken. The social scene is very active. There’s something to do every day of the week. There are many student run activities and parties. The Ursa’s building has a great night life where there are programs like ‘Hangout Fridays’. I’ll be honest, a lot of people at Wash U started partying here or drinking here. As long as you go with a group of friends, you shouldn’t be nervous about exploring the multiple social scenes here. It’s not that difficult to go out and maintain a strong academic standing if you plan your time and have your priorities straight. Wash U is very friendly towards the LGBT community and there is an organization for it as well. Obviously, there are some people who will, internally, not see the same perspective, but no one is openly against it. Don’t stress out about fitting in!

@Elwildcat11 - The wifi sucks.

@BoarderGirl4422 - The only thing I can recommend other than the whole do well in your classes and standardized testing is to show interest. Visit the school if possible and do local interviews or interviews on campus. If it is your number one school, and you are able to get financial aid or know you can afford it, apply early decision. People who apply E.D are binded if they get accepted and Wash U likes to keep a competitive yield percentage. If they feel at all, that you won’t take an application, they’ll likely waitlist you. Also, join activities that you’re genuinely interested in. It’s better to join 2 clubs where you deeply care about the framework of the organization versus joining 10 clubs just to pad up your application. My personal experience? I pretty much just did the above! Just give it your all and if it’s meant to be, you will go here!

Sorry it took me so long to get back to you guys! Midterms are really stressful the weeks before spring break. Let me know if you have any other questions or need more clarification.