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Great Atmosphere

DC was tied for number one as the top town kids go to after they graduate college. There is always something to see and do. Free concerts at the Kennedy Center, the Smithsonians, Clubs, free showings of movies, etc. As long as you're smart about it it's a really safe place, just don't go anywhere late at night by yourself. Great shopping at Pentagon City, or Eastern Market if you want a less traditional shopping experience. It's easy to see sports at the Verizon Center, or Nationals Stadium -- and they have $5 game day tickets -- even if the Nationals aren't very good. The locals hate tourists, not students: so as long as you stand on the right and walk on the left on metro escalators, you should be fine with locals.

Okay Greek Life

It is easy to be social and not involved in greek life. However, because the campus is dry, a lot of night life exists because of Greek Life. It is not a large part of campus, at about 25%, but visibly present. Obviously, no Greek houses.

It Varies...

Late July and August are insufferable, but the dorms are air conditioned. Falls are amazing. Spring it rains constantly. Winter is chilly, with little snow.

Great Professors

The SIS, SPA, and SOC are top programs in their field. Workload depends on your teachers. Facilities in most majors are state of the art -- including the brand new, green, SIS building. ENDLESS internship opportunities thanks to the large alumni base.

Many Gen Eds

AU requires you to take 10 classes across 5 areas of study, as well as two writing classes, and a math class. That is a lot of time not devoted to your major, but they want to make sure that what you're majoring in, is what you want to be majoring in. Registration goes by number of credits completed, with RAs getting priority registration.