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Campus Strictness

Quick Stats

Students Are Most Likely to Get Caught...
  • Drinking
  • Noise violation
  • Smoking marijuana
  • Using or possessing other drugs

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In the dorms, strictness really depends on how strongly the staff chooses to enforce the rules. Drinking in the dorms is generally tolerated, so long as people behave themselves and keep yelling and loud music to a minimum. At the same time, enforcement of rules pertaining to marijuana and other drugs is strict and universal. Penalties for drinking in the dorms are generally mild for first-time offenders, and typically include a fine and possible counseling.

Depending on the number of offences students have and the amount of alcohol they are caught with, penalties for drinking in the dorms can include expulsion from the dorms. Marijuana busts are frequent, and the penalties can include expulsion from the University. However, punishment is generally limited to the offender’s expulsion from the dorms. Students face expulsion and criminal charges if they are caught using or possessing harder drugs like cocaine, opium, methamphetamines, or ecstasy.

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Campus Strictness at Ball State University

Theresa6

Child Development '15

3.1
B-

The Campus Is Strict but I Feel Safe

There are strict rules for people living on campus but they're not terrible just sometimes a hassle. The strictness does make me feel safer though and that they care about the people living in the dorms

Apr 25, 2012

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Campus Strictness at Ball State University

kshep19

Broadcast Journalism '15

2.3
C

Swiping Into the Dorms After Midnight Is Awful.

It's like you're being babysat. You can only sign one visitor into your dorm per night, even if they're students. Worst rule ever. so annoying.

Apr 24, 2012

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Campus Strictness at Ball State University

krf2012

Visual Arts '13

2.3
C

Academic Policies

The university is fairly strict about underage drinking and drug use. First-time offenders' parents are usually notified, but second or third-time offenders face serious consequences such as losing on-campus housing or probation. It is best to be smart about it, and to make sure to have a designated driver.

Apr 11, 2012

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User rating for Ball State University - Campus Strictness is 3.5 out of 5 based on 34 user reviews.

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