Clark University Reviews

House parties get busted before...

House parties get busted before they start. The best parties are those organized by student clubs and those held in the local nightclub, Mint.

I know most people don't bring...

I know most people don't bring their cars because apparently parking in the college garage is expensive.

The University is known for its...

The University is known for its generous financial aid toward students. Most of the students here came because of the sizable aid they got, so I would say 80 percent of the student body is from more humble backgrounds. Ethnically, it is very diverse but not so much politically. I think almost everyone rooted for Barack Obama. There are a few openly homosexual people on campus, but our campus has a very open environment, so I'm sure we must be diverse sexually.

In my circle, drug use isn't an...

In my circle, drug use isn't an issue at all, but among other friends and acquaintances, I know people who use marijuana on an almost weekly basis.

Police seem to be fairly lenient...

Police seem to be fairly lenient from the stories I've heard. Still, don't do anything stupid, and definitely don't drink in freshman dorms.

The dorms are nice. They are a...

The dorms are nice. They are a little old—1950s to 1970s—except for the newer buildings for older students, which opened in the past couple of years. Wright Hall and Bullock Hall are known for being a bit more party-oriented than others on campus. Dodd Hall, the all-girls hall, is clean and very well kept.

You can bring a car as a freshman....

You can bring a car as a freshman. You get a lot in the parking complex but must pay for it. If you get one of those spots, then it is very easy to park.

Clark is very welcoming to all...

Clark is very welcoming to all types of people. Almost everyone on campus is good friends with an international student. However, politically speaking, it is a mostly liberal campus.

Eh, it depends on what group you...

Eh, it depends on what group you are in. If you don't hang out with the drug crowd, you never see it. Hookah smoking and drinking are a bit more obvious.

There are a ton of restaurants in...

There are a ton of restaurants in Worcester and all different types. On Shrewsbury Street, there is a collection of Indian and Chinese restaurants. Within walking distance, there is Da Lat, a cheap and wonderful Vietnamese place; Webster House, a local-run Greek-style place and a favorite of the locals; and a number of nearby Chinese places. The best Chinese food place that delivers—which is very important—is the Ming House.

It's typical New England...

It's typical New England weather—sunny one day, snowing the next. Bring a mix of clothing—T-shirts for the fall and spring, but warm coats and hats for the winter.

Worcester reflects the school in...

Worcester reflects the school in many cultural ways—it truly is a melange of different people. We are surrounded by other schools, including Holy Cross and Worcester State College. The Worcester Art Museum is wonderful—it's small but has a lot to offer.

The typical Clarkie is...

The typical Clarkie is intelligent, cultivated, open minded, and friendly. The types of boys and girls vary widely, but most all of the students I have met here fit the previous criteria.

I came to Clark University because...

I came to Clark University because they are known to have a good international relations program, as well as having an outstanding psychology department. The teachers are very intelligent and encourage every student to work to their full potential, as well as encouraging them to ask for help. The workload is slightly stressful in its amount.

There is no Greek life here,...

There is no Greek life here, unfortunately.

I'm relatively happy here. It's...

I'm relatively happy here. It's really expensive, and I'm not sure it's worth the cost to me, but the teacher-student interaction is good. My professors are always available.

The food is good, but it gets...

The food is good, but it gets repetitive. You can use your cash card at Fantastic Pizza if you want a change of pace.

There are computer labs and...

There are computer labs and printers available, but I like having my laptop in my room for last-minute stuff and e-mail access.

There are a lot of robberies, but...

There are a lot of robberies, but more or less, I feel safe.

Sports aren't big here—I wish they...

Sports aren't big here—I wish they were. People on the teams seem to care though, but they don't get much support.

The drug scene is noticeable, but...

The drug scene is noticeable, but easily avoidable. It is mostly "light" drugs.

The boys are few and far between, ...

The boys are few and far between, but the ones that are here come in all forms, shapes, sizes, and types. It's the same with the girls—there's a little of everything.

I would come here again. It's a...

I would come here again. It's a very welcoming campus.

Weather is very cold and can be...

Weather is very cold and can be variable. Bring everything—rain gear, snow gear, fall stuff—for all school year-long.

Parties are there if you want...

Parties are there if you want them, and there are some clubs off campus.