Tufts University
Reviews

Surprisingly a Big Deal

For Tufts, which is known for being a small school with a limited social scene, Greek life is a big deal. Almost all the big parties are at frats, so even if you're not at all interested, you're going to be there. There's a lot of mixers and inter-Greek stuff, so not being in it can be annoying, especially if you have friends in it. And our frat houses aren't even that nice, except DTD's, so it's a general disappointment.

Not Great

Lots of international students, but very few african americans.

professors are great

I don't know about the quality of all professors, but most are accessible and really seem to care that students learn and understand the material.

CARROT CAKE.

Decent

Everyone at Tufts likes to stay in shape and the gym is pretty nice. Most people are athletes in some way or another, but few are very talented. The football team is awful and no one ever goes to watch games (pretty much in any sport).

AMAZING FOOD

I count down the minutes until eating at the dining hall. Watch out for the freshman fifteen though; this food is incredible. Freshman have unlimited meals, so you can go as often as you want. Plus, when you get here, you'll learn about trick-turning take out! Yum.

Outstanding

Anything you want, they have it here, the best programs are probably IR or Engineering. International Relations here is very popular and definitely world class. The application process is interesting and unique, but those who are interesting, interested, and qualified will make it through everything.

Lots of Options

A variety of options just off campus, especially in Davis Square, a TON of possibilities in Boston itself.

Dewick!

The food is the best. There is a ton of variety each meal, and it changes daily. You swipe in once to get an unlimited meal, so the upperclassmen tend to do their homework inside while snacking.

Tufts Is "Homey"

Although Tufts is an academically vigorous school, the atmosphere is quite comfortable, friendly, and open. The campus is so "homey" and offers beautiful scenery. In short, Tufts is a wonderful place.

Tufts

Tufts is a unique school with a diverse student body consisting of future leaders of the world. Globalism is emphasized. You need to work hard here, but people can also have fun.

Tufts Shuttle

The school runs a shuttle from campus to the subway system in Boston.

It's Really Nice

The professors have alot to teach and they really know their stuff. The exams are quite tricky but if you work hard enough you will get good grades.

Labs Are Pretty up to Date

The computer lab in eaton has alot of computers and printers you can use. All you need to do is remember your password which you quite often get to forget.

They're Pretty Good

Some facilities are certainly better than others. The Granoff Music Building is new and good in general, but there was a flood its first year and the pianos all got drenched, so they sound bad. The gym is really old, but they're fixing up the campus center. Pretty good overall.

As good as you make them

All the professors are briliant, and the academics are the main focus of the faculty. Professors genuinely care about you and your education. Truly one of the top schools in the country in terms of undergraduate education.

Academics Are Unreal

You are getting an Ivy League education, and everyone loves the school and the mascot. Everyone is very happy here.

good times

there's one in every group.... drugs aren't hard to find on campus but can be a little overpriced. Those who chose to participate will find a wide and welcoming array of friends. Pot is very popular but other drugs like LSD and shrooms are definitely available. But don't be fooled by the laid-back exterior, most smokers at tufts are just as studious and over-achieving as their more straight-laced peers. Also, even you aren't into marijuana the library roof on 420 is still an experience not to be missed. hundreds of students, police standing idly by, music, smoke everywhere, and free food from the TCU Senate Presidential candidates!

Campus Center

The campus center is a nice spot to meet with friends, have a meal, and study. There are plenty of tables where you can eat and study. It is always nice to have a meal made for you at the campus center, even though the dining hall food is great.

New England weather is very...

New England weather is very bipolar. It's either super hot and gross and humid or really, really cold. It's bearable but can really get to you, and the extended cold can make you depressed.

The T is the worst public...

The T is the worst public transport system I have ever experienced. It closes early, which forces you to use cabs or a DD if going out at night, and cabs are expensive. It also has a lot of gaps of where you can go. I've lived here, NYC, and DC, and Boston is way behind. Having a car is almost necessary to be able to have access to everything. I'm so glad I brought one during the end of my Tufts career.

Security is good but not too...

Security is good but not too stringent. We don't have to sign in to dorms. There is an average amount of crime, and it's important to be aware of your surroundings and not walk alone off campus at night if you aren't aware. The police are very present on campus, though, and I feel safe when I'm on Tufts grounds.

Campus is not completely wireless,...

Campus is not completely wireless, but the library and most academic buildings are on a wireless network that you can access with your laptop and password, and the dorms all have Internet access. The computer lab and libraries also have printers you can access from the network. Pretty much everyone I know has their own computer, but you can get by without one.

Tufts has its own police...

Tufts has its own police department, which is really committed to making Tufts and the surrounding area safe. We do live in a city, so there are occasional incidents, usually incited by a non-student, but there are lots of ways you can avoid rough situations, like asking for a free, no-hassle police escort. For the most part, the police are not out to get you and they walk a delicate line between protecting us from the outside and keeping drinking under control without arresting people left and right.

Economically, there is some...

Economically, there is some diversity because of financial aid, but the average student is at least middle class. Ethnically, we are diverse, but have a strong and visible majority of white students. Ideologically, we cover the whole spectrum, but many students are politically liberal. Campus is very diverse sexually—there is a big LGBT community.