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Over the years, Ball State University has earned a reputation as a party school. In many ways, this is true. Generally speaking, BSU students know how to have a good time. But the University has another reputation: one of academic excellence, especially in certain fields. Ball State is home to a renowned architecture school, as well as the nation’s premiere journalism-graphics program. Productions by telecommunications students win Emmy Awards year after year. Much of the University’s academic success can be credited to its recruitment. The journalism program features faculty members who come from some of the most prestigious publications in the world—USA Today and the Chicago Tribune, just to name a couple. The case is similar in the telecommunications program, with some faculty and advisors that have worked at companies like CNN and MSNBC.

Depending on their majors, Ball State students tend to vary on how satisfied they are with classes. Journalism students seem the most content, citing small class sizes and qualified yet approachable professors. Telecommunications majors are also pretty happy with Ball State academics, with most saying the training they receive in their classes will be helpful in the real world. Overall, Ball State students said professors who teach University core curriculum classes are approachable and understanding. Basically, if you put in the time and effort, they will help you out. The faculty is also more than willing to accommodate students with disabilities.

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eablain

Accounting '15

4.2

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Academics are pretty good here. Most professors are good and the curriculum is challenging. The library is a great place to study or in the study lounges in the dorms.

May 23, 2012

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eablain

Accounting '15

4.6

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Good Academics

Most teachers are helpful and teach effectively, but there are a few that are really bad teachers who do not really care if the students learn much or not.

May 23, 2012

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nico2

Psychology '15

4.6

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Professors are great, for the most part. They are always there to help you. The registration process can be upsetting at times. If you're a freshman or sophomore, it's quite difficult to get the classes you need for your major; but that probably happens everywhere.

May 10, 2012

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