Virginia Commonwealth University Reviews

Being in a sorority has never been...

Being in a sorority has never been a desire of mine, so Greek life doesn’t play much of a role in my social scene.

Girls here are catty and dramatic,...

Girls here are catty and dramatic, but I think that’s the same no matter where you go.

Weekend parking is considerably...

Weekend parking is considerably easier.

A Good Solid Meal

Campus dining is a good, basic setup. Shafer is open often, though it does close far too early on Fridays (9 p.m.), and the Commons has, in my opinion, some fairly good options. Service is usually satisfactory and the food is as well, with healthy options readily available. But that is just it: it is basic. Not too bad, but it's nothing special, either.

I met some of my best friends in...

I met some of my best friends in the dorms. Even though there’s always going to be drama, I think VCU was a great choice for me.

I’m happy with the choice I made...

I’m happy with the choice I made going to VCU. I’m sure I would have been happy at other places, too, but I’ve made some great friends here.

I love this school! It’s close...

I love this school! It’s close enough to home that I can go back when I need it but far enough to give me my own space. It’s one of eight schools that’s accredited in my major and one of two that are accredited in both graduate and undergraduate forensic science.

It has been fun and interesting...

It has been fun and interesting here. I’m learning a lot in my classes, and I enjoy the freedom that the city has given me. There is always something to do, and it’s never silent on campus.

For the most part, I like it here....

For the most part, I like it here. I came with friends from my high school, which was nice, but it made it harder to make new friends because it didn’t force me to seek people for socialization.

Roommates can suck. Try to...

Roommates can suck. Try to maintain some sort of relationship with them even if you don’t like them. If you don’t get along, it can be hell.

I definitely like being at VCU....

I definitely like being at VCU. The only thing I dislike is the crime rate and everyone else (at other colleges) thinking that VCU is a terrible school.

I love being at VCU because of the...

I love being at VCU because of the city life. The city as a whole is just crazy, and I like that. I wouldn’t change anything about the school.

Falls are great here when all of...

Falls are great here when all of the leaves change colors, and springs are nice when everything starts to bloom.

The weather is great. There is...

The weather is great. There is every season in Virginia. We have cool falls, very hot summers, cold winters, and really nice springs.

Sidewalks flood! Be prepared to...

Sidewalks flood! Be prepared to get soaked when it rains.

Scarves, gloves, and hats are...

Scarves, gloves, and hats are necessary for walking to class in the winter.

Rain boots are good because the...

Rain boots are good because the water usually puddles up on the street and sidewalks.

Layer during the winter because...

Layer during the winter because walking to class can befreezing, but once you get there, you’ll be burning up.

Seasons are typical of Virginia....

Seasons are typical of Virginia. It’s not uncommon to have an 80 degree day in October!

It stays warm through the middle...

It stays warm through the middle of fall. You never knowwhat to expect, so be prepared for anything.

It is very hot here in the summer...

It is very hot here in the summer and cold and slushy during the winter. Bring comfortable clothes for both hot and cold weather.

Pack for everything. It wouldn’t...

Pack for everything. It wouldn’t be unusual to have to change outfits because it was coldin the morning and hot in the afternoon.

I have my own car here because I...

I have my own car here because I can use it when I need it, and I don’t have to depend on other types of transportation.

It would be nice if Richmond...

It would be nice if Richmond offered a cab service where you don’t have to call and wait while they come.

The public transportation around...

The public transportation around campus is pretty convenient.