Loyola Marymount University
Reviews

Prone to Get Freshman 15

There are many amazing places to eat close to LMU. If you simply walk to Lincoln there are many cute places: Crepes, Italian food, Thai food, and Mexican food. If you get bored of that you can always catch a ride with a freind or with the LMU shuttle to places nearby in Culver City and Santa Monica.

With a Good Lottery Number Your Dream Dorm Can Come True

Freshman year you live in the typical freshman dorms, there is no way out of it. From sophmore year to senior year you get a lottery number to ave a choice for housing and the best dorms are the housing buildings at the "bluff" because of the spectacular view of the beach and Los Angeles. Cross your fingers!

Not the Typical Party Scene

Nightlife exists outside of LMU, in clubs and houses in the area. There are no official frat or sorority houses. If you have friends at UCLA, USC, or any other LA school I suggest you tag along with them. Luckily we live close to Hollywood so save up money to pay a taxi to get there.

Drugs

Everyone mostly drinks alcohol and smokes marijuana at LMU. Before any big event at LMU people drink at the dorms. Public safety is extremely hard on those who are caught.

Dorms

The underclassmen dorms are really small and old. In the summer it gets really hot in there. The upperclassmen dorms are better. Most are suite style and are more spacious. The apartments are the best since they include a kitchen and living room. However, living on campus is expensive, very expensive and there will not be enough dorms for everyone. A lottery is held every year. You are assigned a number the higher the number the lower your chances of getting a space. When living on campus the campus resident directors are always there for any problems or just to hang out. They will create activities for everyone or cook and have students over for snacks.

All Kinds of Guys

There are a lot of attractive guys at this school who fall into every category: smart, geeky, into service, religious, partiers or just down to earth. There are guys who don't want relationships, but would rather just hook up, and guys who are looking for something serious. Overall, the guys are of very high quality.

It's Los Angeles. What Is There to Say?

You can't beat the weather at LMU. It's by the beach, so it's never too hot, but you won't ever have snow or freezing winters like you might at other schools. Last year the coldest it ever got was in the 40s, and that was during the height of winter. The one issue is that because it's by the beach, the weather has a habit of changing very quickly and it can get quite windy, but even then, it isn't really a big deal. I couldn't ask for better weather.

LMU Is Home

I adore LMU. As a high school senior, I was nervous that the adjustment to college would be really difficult, but LMU felt like home within a week. The staff is great and there are so many opportunities to get involved on or off campus. It's great to be so close to the diverse city of LA while being up on the bluff with an amazing view. LMU is a Catholic university, so it definitely focuses a lot on service and making your community a better place, but I think that is one of the best qualities of the school.

Safety to the Extreme

Loyola Marymount University keeps their campus incredibly safe and secure. The back gates are closed and lock after 11PM, Public Safety roams keeping an eye out for unusual behavior late into the night, and campus overall gives off a feeling of genuine security.

Very Happy

LMU is an awesome place. If you are reading this and considering the school, than I seriously think this is where you need to be. LMU has everything.... great classes (they can be tough but thats why your in school) lots of partys, amazing facilities, hot people, and no boredom. I was thinking that because its a "smaller" school (9000 isn't that small) that I would be bored.... but its seriously the perfect size.

Great Diversity at LMU

Here, there are many cultural clubs, religious organizations of all kinds, and LGBT services as well.

Who Does Not Love an Ocean View?

One of my favorite places on campus was LMU's new library. I would spend hours writing my thesis and studying for tests in the spacious study rooms with views of the ocean. The library was open my junior year and had everything a student could ever want. There were numerous computers, study rooms with cameras, white board walls, and comfortable chairs, and even a fire place to sit and read a book by.

The gym was a great place to go. It was a little small, but had all the necessary equipment and awesome classes like yoga, spin, and core training.

The campus is gorgeous. It is kept up constantly with green grass, palm trees, and beautiful flowers. The chapel sits quietly at the end of a large green field that you would constantly see students playing sports on, reading, or just relaxing.

Amazing Environment

LMU has so many incredible opportunities to get involved. It is a beautiful campus and a great place to go to school. It is small enough that you feel like more than just a number, but not too small.

Westchester

LA is obviously a huge city with tons to offer. LMU is about 3 minutes from the beach, located in between santa moncia, venice, and manhattan beach there is always tons to do. Nestled along the coast, you can also head into the city for all kinds of clubs, shopping, night life, museums, and food.

Semi- Diverse

The majority of the Loyola Marymount student body is caucasian students from the upper middle class. You really don't see students who have families to support or work full time while going to school. However, everyone on campus is nice and super helpful. All religions and or ideas are widely accepted.

Diversity in a Shell

Los Angeles is a large, diverse, and cultural scene, which is always moving. There are so many famous restaurants, buildings, and locations that are all very close to each other. There is always something to do out here.

Awkward by-The-Bay Weather

It is always freezing in the morning, but the day gets warmer and warmer. You always have to be wearing something thin under something really thick because you don't know what to expect. I am usually colder because it looks sunny, so I am mentally prepared for it to be sunny but it ends up being either windy or cold because we are by the ocean. I love the cold, but at least if I am somewhere like Canada, I know for sure it is going to be cold so I know what to wear unlike here. Southern California weather is good though, it is just awkward when you're school is right next to the beach, but overall we have beautiful weather.

Most People Are Average and Above.

There are many attractive people here (both genders).The guys here are either very artsy, hipster-like, or California "bro" type. You see it in the movies, but you don't believe it until you are here everyday.The girls are well-dressed,especially if they are in sororities, but there is always a little of everything.

Exploring the city

LA is an industry town (film), NOT a college town, so you have to do a bit of exploring when you want to soak up the 'local atmosphere'. But exploring is half the fun! Favorite spots include Manhattan Beach, Mid-Wilshire/Miracle Mile for LACMA, Melrose Ave, Getty Center in Brentwood, and Runyon Canyon.

Lots of Options

Not difficult to find entertainment options in LA.

Little Public Transportation

Public transportation is available, but limited. However, the Big Blue Bus I believe can take you down Lincoln Blvd from Los Angeles International to 3rd street Promenade in Santa Monica (with stops in Venice, Marina Del Rey). Unless you commute, you don't really need a car until your junior year when a lot of the stduents move off campus.

Join a Frat/Sorority If That's Your Thing

Greeks at LMU add a fun social atmosphere to the campus. However your social life won't be compromised at LMU if you don't belong to one due to the hundreds of other social clubs that this school offers.

From An Outsider Looking In

Greek Life is VERY prevalent and it seems like people have a lot of fun in them.

Pretty Nice Dorms

The brand new freshman Del Ray dorms are extremely well done and spacious.

Average

Night life varies. To go to parties you have to know the right people. it's just like high school, if you know the right people then you find parties. when it comes to bars and stuff i mean obviously were in LA so thats not a problem. Cabs are extremely convenient. LMU kids are looking for a good time most of the time.