Providence College
Reviews

Campus Living

The dorms at PC I would say are pretty average, but as freshman no body really knows a difference. It's not until sophmore year and higher that students are able to have a choice of living in an apartment or suite style building, which are wonderful. Although the cost is much higher, some provide full kitchens, and since the campus is relatively small, they are still in a convenient location to classes and dining areas on campus. The atmosphere in these suites and apartments is also very positive because you can fit more people in your room and hang out in common rooms, so it is much more fun.

Everything Is About Friendship

If you know the right people, you can get away with anything. If you and an RA are cool, they will typically allow you to do things that other RAs don't allow. Bottomline: Become friends with everyone on campus and you rule the campus. Also getting into Friar's Club (the only fraternity on campus) will give some of the same perks.

Buses Are Good

Since the campus is so small it's pretty easy to just walk to everywhere that you need to get to (classes, dorms, gym, etc...). And the public transportation system in Providence is really easy to work as well. As long as you know the schedule you can pretty much do anything you want.

Typical College Food

While Providence doesn't have a ton of great places to eat around it does have a lot of cheap, open late places with a lot of options. Golden Crust and Big Tony's are two very popular places for PC students, especially for late night food. They are very close by and Golden Crust is so cheap. In downtown Providence by the mall, there is a Cheesecake Factory, a Fire and Ice, and an Uno's, all popular with students.

Off Campus Housing

Off campus houses offers students the perfect mix between living close to campus without being surrounded by people or RAs. High rental costs are balanced with trustworthy and negotiable landlords.

Dirty

The off-campus houses are disgusting and broken down. The only reason I can see for living in one would be to get away from parietals. Also the houses are not in a very safe area.

Everyone Looks the Same

Even though Providence College is has an overwhelmingly white population, somehow all of the white students just look the same. Comparable to a J. Crew ad.

Crowded at Crunch Times

On an average day, there will almost always be a computer open, but during midterms and finals it gets a little tricky. Most of the student body do have their own computers, but if you don't own one, it isn't a huge issue

Easy Public Transportation

Public transportation is so easy at PC. The bus stops right at the main gate on campus and takes you anywhere in Providence you need to be. It also stops right in front of the train station which makes it cheep and easy to catch a train to Boston, DC and anywhere in between. Plus, the bus is free with a student ID.

All Similar Looks

Good looking student body but everyone seems to reflect what they see others looking like on campus. A lot of Lax Bros and preppy girls but you do get the odd hipster...very rarely. I have hardly seen any overweight people on campus.

Varied

Off Campus there's many places to go such as Admiral Spa, Newport Creamery, La Salle, etc. But there's not many sit down places within walking distance. The best for a proper meal is either Federal Hill (RI's mini-Italy) where there's a plethora of Italian restaurants or downtown where you can find staples such as The Cheesecake Factory, Dave and Busters, Uno or little boutiquey restaurants on Thayer Street.

Night Life

There is never a dull moment at providence college. You will always find something to do.

Facilities

The facilities on campus are very comprehensive. We have everything we need right at our finger tips to achieve our academic and personal goals. Facilities range from a large library to athletic centers and clubs/ student run activities.

Costs Less Than on Campus--I'll Take It

Off-Campus housing is made up almost entirely of houses, as opposed to apartments. From the outside, the houses don't really look that, but almost all of them are very nicely done on the inside. They're very big, so you can live with alot of friends, making it even cheaper. Rent is about average, and much less than living on campus!

RIPTA

A student ID allows a student a free pass on any public transportation bus in RI on the RIPTA. There is a stop on campus and it's free and convenient.

Very Specific Type of People

The school has many people with a lot of money flashing around. Everybody is very friendly once you get to know them, but many people can be cold at first. The guys seem to be more friendly and down to earth than the girls at the school but there are plenty of other schools in the area so there's always a group for everyone

Free Printing and Labs Are Always Available

The computer labs at Providence College are usually not crowded and printing is free. There is always a free computer available and you can always borrow a laptop in the library. Internet connection is pretty fast, but there is not wireless in the dorm rooms.

Variety

Providence is a city (albeit a small one) and cities come with many dining options. If you want to eat out, head up to Thayer or Wickenden Streets. Thayer St. has tons of casual dining places - Kabob and Curry for some Indian food, Shanghai for Chinese, SushiExpress, Antonio's Pizza and Gordito Burrito, the Creperie (yum!) and many other places. Wickenden has a great Thai place, among others. My favorite place in Providence is downtown, only a few blocks from Kennedy Plaza - Cuban Revolution. If you want to order in, there are tons of places that deliver. Check out Big Tony's for some good Italian food, and Cafe 412 for some great sandwiches.

Easy

you dont even need a car: if you wanna get around the city, just hop on the RIPTA. its free! and you can go anywhere!

YAY!!!

AMAZING!!!!!!

everything's great: especially the library and the new gym!

Security is incredible

The security guards are incredible, and there is no theft on campus.

Admin Don't Care about Students

PC Administration run PC like a business and do not care about students. Great faculty, environment, culture...it's just very unfortunate that Father Shanley (president) Father Sicard (vp) Father Murphy (vp) are not receptive to students because they are “too busy”

The gym here is huge and awesome—I...

The gym here is huge and awesome—I work there. They recently resurfaced the indoor track, so that's pretty sweet. Alumni, where the women's b-ball team plays, is a nice basketball court, and students can sometimes play in there. There isn't an outdoor track, which is weird because our track and cross-country teams are among the best in the country. Our men's b-ball team plays at the Dunkin' Donuts Center in downtown Providence, and it's really nice. There are plenty of places to study—ample study lounges in most buildings, the library is pretty big, and, at night, a few buildings with computers and classrooms.

The academic facilities are the...

The academic facilities are the best. If you are having any problems in any subject, go to the OAS—Office of Academic Services—on the second floor of the library. The OAS hires tutors for every subject, and they are there to help you for free. Also, Howley Hall and Koffler Hall offer help for people in math or any business-related subject. The library is nice and it is always looking to improve itself.

Ray is okay, and it is getting...

Ray is okay, and it is getting better as my time here goes on. It definitely gets boring, but it's nothing you can't handle. Slavin is really good and has different stuff all the time in the International section that is really good. Slavin is also open later, so it is a good place to get late-night snacks.