The University of California - Davis

Very cut-throat. I thought that I'd learn more about my major, but instead I've learned how much knowing the right people can either make or break your gpa. Oh also, you've got to hide your homework from the kid that will take pictures of it when you're not looking. Also, last quarter, someone stole the homework that should've been returned back to us.

2nd Year Female -- Class 1921

Perceived Campus Safety: A-, Education Quality: F

Small town atmosphere extends onto campus. friendly and casual air except when the wind blows up from the hog barn.

can easily escape on a bike into the local fields and hills.
close to Bay Area and Tahoe for culture/skiing/hiking/etc. I enjoyed Davis and if anything was lacking I could jump to UC Berkeley to get a book/a seminar/ or what ever was not at UCD or could not be delivered by intercampus services.

hot weather only for a week or two in Oct and May/June. cheaper living than in a city - local produce at farmers markets and even living in a nearby town can save money too.UCD's crew and fencing clubs are not always mentioned on the college comparison sites. There is more to Davis then meets the ... web

5th Year Male -- Class 1996

Surrounding City: A, Social Life: C+

UCD is a nice safe place - so if you want something beyond a JC but afraid to really go off on your own UCD is fine. However, if you are independent and want to get the most out of your education then UCLA, Cal and UCSD are much better choices. The City of Davis is not a great college town and the people seem like our money but prefer the summer whan the students go home.

3rd Year Female -- Class 2012

Campus Maintenance: B+, Collaboration/Competitive: F