Washington University in St. Louis Reviews

There are many garages on campus,...

There are many garages on campus, so parking is not that bad. However, getting a permit is pretty pricey.

The nightlife at WashU is...

The nightlife at WashU is mediocre. Parties on campus are pretty much always at the frats, and there are also a couple frats that throw good parties just off campus. However, in my opinion, the frat parties can get really old and repetetive. Upperclassmen all go to bars like Morgan Street and they always have a pretty good time there, so I'm really just waiting for the ability to drive there next year.

Most of the facilities at Wash U...

Most of the facilities at Wash U are great. The new buildings are all incredible, and they're only building more. I also like that they are all now very well-maintained buildings but they maintain the old look that contributes so much to the beauty of the campus. The library is awesome at Wash U, and tons of people use it to study and to just have some quiet time to themselves. The new DUC (Danforth University Center) is absolutely amazing. There's good food, lots of quiet rooms, a fun room with nice TVs, great couches and video games, and even a couple fire places. The DUC also has easily one of the nicest interiors of any building I've seen oon a college campus. The one area in facilities where WashU is definitely lacking is the Athletics Complex. There are a lot of workout options, a pool, and a couple basketball courts, but the building is pretty difficult to navigate and is also almost always too busy. I'm sure with the amount of renovations going on at WashU, the Athletics Complex will definitely be renovated in the near future though.

I think people do not appreciate...

I think people do not appreciate St. Louis as much as they should. It is a pretty bustling city with art exhibits, different and interesting bars, eclectic people, and interesting sights. While it is really good to explore the city, there are definitely some places you want to stay away from. I do not interact with nearby universities.

A lot of people think that the...

A lot of people think that the student body at WashU is not very attractive; however, I think there are a lot of genuinely beautiful people here. Also, this school tends to attract extremely smart people, and let's face it: Nerds are sexy.

In my opinion Greek life plays an...

In my opinion Greek life plays an extremely prominent role in the social scene. Not only are they the ones hosting most of parties, but they are usually the ones orchestrating off-campus social events.

People don't drive at Wash U....

People don't drive at Wash U. Freshmen can't bring cars.

The computer network is top of the...

The computer network is top of the line. There are computers and computer labs all across campus, so they are never very crowded. It is convenient to have a computer, but not necessary.

The teachers are very...

The teachers are very knowledgeable and approachable. The workload is daunting if you do not keep up in your classes. The pre-med program is very rigorous and competitive, but it has the national reputation it deserves.

I do not really know that much...

I do not really know that much about it, considering I am a freshman. I am going to live off campus next year in this sweet house though, and the process was really easy. A lot of the campus housing is real nice so it is not that necessary to move off.

I never bring my computer anywhere...

I never bring my computer anywhere and I have never had a problem. There are computers in the library, in the library cafe, in the student center, in the Business school, even in one of the academic buildings. Also, there is wireless almost everywhere, so if you do want to bring your computer you can get onto the internet easily!

Buses or the Metrolink will take...

Buses or the Metrolink will take you to popular places like the the grocery store, the mall, and Target. They can also take you to the Loop, a street with lots of shops and restaurants, but it's probably easier to just walk there. If you want to go somewhere less popular or further away, it's definitely easier if someone has a car.

Greek life is the party scene at...

Greek life is the party scene at WashU. What's nice is that the houses are usually open to everyone. You can sense 'Greek presence' in the social scene, but it's not necessary to go Greek if you want to party on the weekend.

Please don't come to WashU if you...

Please don't come to WashU if you are socially awkward. You will have fun otherwise, but it's no party school. Underclassmen frequent the frat houses and the upperclassmen, for obvious legal reasons, have a broader choice of weekend party destinations (Morgan Street is the spot to go to on Thursday nights).

The computer network is easily...

The computer network is easily accessible. Most kids have their own computers, so you can pretty much find a computer in a lab if you need one. For convenience's sake, though, bring a computer. Then you can work anywhere you want to on campus.

Public transportation could be...

Public transportation could be better, but for the most part you can get around. There's the MetroLink (which can get you Downtown, to concerts, the Central West End, fun places) and busses (passes are given to Wash U kids for free). Taxis in St. Louis are horrible though. Just today my roommate arrived 30 minutes late to a job interview because her taxi picked her up much later than she'd requested. In the end, making friends with upperclassmen who are allowed to have cars on campus is the best bet. At least thats what I did!

The parking is pretty good....

The parking is pretty good. Freshmen aren't allowed to bring cars, but there are ways to sneak them in.

On campus parties are okay. Not...

On campus parties are okay. Not like state schools though. Bars are fun, and the loop is very close. Morgan Street and Big Bang are good spots

Most people bring their own...

Most people bring their own computers, but don't worry about bringing a printer. There are printers on campus where you can print for free. Just don't go during the busy hours!

It's difficult to choose a Wash U...

It's difficult to choose a Wash U "type" because there are all kinds of people here. Everyone is really smart, and it's said that the girls are not that attractive and the guys are even less attractive (I don't think that's true). Wash U students are probably a little bit more intellectual than your average citizen, but it's a very normal social scene. Yes, there are lots of geeks, but most people are very social.

Since they have been rebuilding...

Since they have been rebuilding campus, all of the facilities are really nice and clean, and the buildings are very modern on the inside. There are still some crappy dorms though.

I don't drive, so i'm not sure how...

I don't drive, so i'm not sure how hard it is to park. I think there are usually open spaces, but freshman can't bring cars.

As a student who can't drive and...

As a student who can't drive and doesn't have a car, the best option for me is to live on campus. I've heard that living off campus isn't bad, though; it's just a hassle to get back and forth if you dont have a car.

It changes all the time, so...

It changes all the time, so prepare for very cold weather but also for nice days. In the fall it's on the warmer side, but the winters can be brutal.

I live in a modern dorm, and it's...

I live in a modern dorm, and it's amazing. The rooms are gigantic compared to all of my friends. We have individual thermostats, and our bathroom (shared with my roommate and two suitemates) is cleaned twice a week for us. Everybody gets an extended twin bed, a dresser, a desk, a chair, and a closet. And next year they're apparently replacing all the beds with foam (tempur-pedic-esque) mattresses.