pros & cons of boston university

Pros and Cons of Boston University

In this video, Casey talks about the pros and cons of attending Boston University. She shares her personal experience and opinions on various aspects of the university.

Large Student Body

• Casey chose BU because of its large student body.

• She appreciated the fact that not everyone knew each other's business.

• Coming from a small high school, she enjoyed meeting people from all over the world.

Great Gym Facilities

• The gym at BU is great with a lazy river and rock climbing wall.

• Casey regrets not taking advantage of these facilities more often.

Location

• One of the biggest pros of attending BU is its location in the heart of Boston.

• There are endless opportunities for entertainment, food, and sightseeing.

• Being in a college town also allows for easy access to other universities like Harvard and MIT.

Safety and Cleanliness

• Casey felt that Boston was safer and cleaner than New York City.

• The city is smaller, making it easier to navigate.

Conclusion

Overall, Casey had a positive experience at BU. While there were some cons such as expensive tuition fees, she believes that the pros outweighed them.

Pros of Boston University

In this section, the speaker talks about the pros of attending Boston University.

Transportation

• The airport is only a 20-minute Uber ride away from campus.

• Transportation is in the middle of campus with access to the green line of the T and free BU buses that run every 20-30 minutes.

Dorms

• BU has great dorms with beautiful views, although they are more expensive than other options.

• There is strict security in place, but it's worth it for the added safety.

Dining Halls

• The dining halls have lots of options and good food, including gluten-free options.

• Mongolian Grill in Warren Towers is a must-try.

• There are also chain restaurants on campus like Basho, Panda Express, Chipotle, and Taco Bell Cantina.

Greek Life and Parties

• BU has good parties if you're into that scene, but Greek life is a small percentage of the student body.

• Rushing doesn't happen until second semester for girls which allows them to meet people outside of sororities first.

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Pros and Cons of Attending Boston University

In this section, the speaker discusses the pros and cons of attending Boston University.

Pros

• BU has a great film program that most schools don't have.

• There are tons of clubs and organizations to join, and there's an event called Splash at the beginning of the year where you can learn about them.

• The faculty is great, with professors who take time to know their students. Many professors have actual jobs in their field, which makes learning more interesting.

• The academics are challenging but rewarding. BU has hard classes that force you to learn how to study effectively.

Cons

• Wind tunnels on campus can be annoying and make it difficult to get around.

Pros and Cons of Boston University

In this section, the speaker discusses the pros and cons of attending Boston University.

Campus Environment

• The campus is not very green since it's in the middle of the city.

• However, there are some nice places to hang out such as BU Beach and Esplanade.

• West Campus feels more green and naturey.

Cost

• BU is expensive, and everything there is expensive.

• Textbooks are also expensive, but renting them from the bookstore or online can save money.

Freshman Dorms

• Some freshman dorms do not have air conditioning, making it hot during the first month or two.

• It's recommended to bring a fan.

School Spirit

• There is no football team at BU, so there isn't as much school spirit compared to other colleges.

Advising and Housing

• Students need to make appointments with advisors themselves; they won't be held by hand like in high school.

• Housing can also be confusing, so students need to find out ins and outs themselves.