Loyola Marymount University
- Academics

Political Science/Economics Is Perfect

In my opinion, being a political science/economics major was perfect. I was able to learn about different regions of the world, stay up on current events, and even write an honors thesis (combined political science/psychology emphasis) in my political science major. At the same time, my economics major kept my brain working very hard, while keeping my math skills up. I also liked LMU because I was allowed to take classes in other departments, like Anatomy and Physiology. LMU allowed me to really find my passion and what I wanted to do with my life.

I was pushed to work hard constantly. I enjoyed the fact that both those majors kept me on my feet. I was able to still enjoy my time, but was always learning. The professors were always available and willing to help. I never felt lost. I loved LMU and would encourage anyone to go.

Under Valued

The professors at LMU love helping students and will schedule personal time slots to accommodate any students schedule. It's easy to interact with many of the professors and easier to jump on research projects or acquire internship information to help boost your resume for grad school. The course material is a little more difficult in some aspects because here they require you to take philosophy and theology in attempts to spark creativity in the young developing minds undergraduates. Half the time it doesn't work and its adds extra to the college workload. But the trade off makes it worth it because each student comes out more self affirmed with or without religion.

LA Networking

There are a lot of interning and networking opportunities by being at a smaller school in Los Angeles. The only down side is that there is still a lot of work needed and if you do not take advantage of the opportunities you will not make the most of your educational experience.