how much do professors matter?

<p>There are definitely “easy” and “hard” professors. Some will give much, much more work than others and will give much, much harder exams. There are also “good” and “bad” professors. Very often, “good” professors are “hard” professors.</p>

<p>I would avoid, at all costs, any professor that is “bad”. However, do not take one person’s word for it. Ask around, and if a whole bunch tell you to stay away, you’d best take their advice. I wouldn’t bother seeking out “easy” teachers personally, unless you are excessively concerned about your GPA, as others have said.</p>