University of Colorado - Overall Experience

College Prowler Take

There will be many times throughout the college experience when a student will question his decision and dwell on other possibilities. The University of Colorado-Boulder is a signi?cantly large school where an incoming freshman will undoubtedly feel lost on the long and lonely walk to class. You will ?nd yourself contemplating the bene?ts that a smaller school could have offered and wonder whether you made the right choice. But it isn’t hard to loose that in the amazing beauty of the campus and the kind, openness of the students which makes it easy to find your place. As the years progress, you will notice more the value in choosing Boulder with the pure intention of skiing as many days as possible. Throughout your time spent at CU, you will ask if you have surrounded yourself with the right people. Later, when you are confronted with choosing a profession, serious criticism may be cast onto your once prized major.

Such questions will plague several students attending a number of universities, yet not all of them will find solace in knowing they spent four years studying in one of the most stimulating cities in the country. It is almost impossible to narrow the experience down to one deciding factor. There is not just one simple thing that separates CU from the countless number of universities that a student has to choose from. Yet, it could have something to do with the mountains. Being greeted every morning by Colorado’s towering terrain never fails to put an inflated ego into place. Looking down from the highest peak in Vail is more than a subtle reminder of the benefits of dedication. Even fresh Aspen air is capable of lifting the lowest spirits. You are given one life and one college experience. The knowledge you can gain at CU is immeasurable, but not everything in life can be based on an academic curriculum.

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Students Speak Out

Anonymous says:

It’s the most amazing place I’ve... It’s the most amazing place I’ve ever seen in my life. The lifestyle out here is so healthy and adventurous; everyone seems so happy and content. The town is awesome, with so many cool restaurants, bars, and cafés. The school is gorgeous, and so are all of the facilities. I can’t say enough about it. I’m so happy I came here. CU-Boulder is amazing, and there are many opportunities here. 12345 Overall Experience Report

Anonymous says:

Now that I have graduated, I can... Now that I have graduated, I can look back on my education and experiences at CU and truly appreciate it. Freshman year is amazing—breaking free from your parents and living in a dorm with hundreds of kids your age. Everything is new and exciting. Sophomore year is a little tougher because you’re off campus, and it can get lonely without the social crutches that the dorms offer. I cannot recommend anything more than going abroad junior year for a semester, or even a year. By your senior year, you should know your interest and enjoy your classes. And if you haven’t done an internship by then, senior year would be a good time. 12345 Overall Experience Report

Anonymous says:

I wouldn’t want to be anywhere... I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else. Even though it might take a while to warm up to, Boulder is undoubtedly the best place to go to school. The only thing missing is the ocean. 12345 Overall Experience Report

Anonymous says:

I love Boulder, and CU is great.... I love Boulder, and CU is great. I’m a very outdoorsy person, and I can’t imagine a better place for me. I only wish that there was more diversity here because it’s a little sheltered. Still, the people who are here are great. My overall experience is totally positive. Boulder is a great place to go to school! 12345 Overall Experience Report

Anonymous says:

I’ve loved my experience here. I’m... I’ve loved my experience here. I’m a transfer student, and I decided to snag another major while I’m here because I want to continue the experience. 12345 Overall Experience Report

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Hometown: Littleton, CO
Major: International Affairs

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