The Tulane University of Louisiana

The flexibility was amazing. I was able to do two bachelors (Biomedical and Computer Science) and a Masters in Biomedical in just 5 years. Most universities are not that flexible with scheduling or professor that accommodating. Also the engineering school has some great clubs that do more than just serve free pizza. Tulane being in the party city of New Orleans meant most parting happened off campus which I found very nice. I found the overall attitude of the campus in regards to academia to be “Sure you can do that/ take that” instead of many university saying “If you qualify and you beat out the competition and I think you are smart enough, then we’ll see.” Also their overseas opportunities are amazing. As you can read, I had a wonderful time and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the school. I think most people who wrote bad things about Tulane would of done so to any school they attended. Remember your experience is what you make of it.

4th Year Male -- Class 2005

Faculty Accessibility: A+, Useful Schoolwork: A-

Tulane University is all about what you make it. If you don't care about your studies, and if you want to go out every night and party, then you can do that because there is no shortage of activities near campus. But, if you care about you education there are great opportunities here as long as you aren't afraid to challenge yourself. Most students manage to balance a busy social life with a reasonable courseload, and do very well. I get A's and take a difficult course load, but I still find time to go out several nights almost every week. (Thursday nights are the BEST!) Hurricane Katrina has displaced me for a semester, and I've been taking courses at an Ivy League school. I'm doing very well, but I miss Tulane and wouldn't think of transfering for all the money in the world! Tulane is a great school and has the world to offer well-rounded people!

2nd Year Female -- Class 2007

Social Life: A+, Collaboration/Competitive: B

I got flooded out from Hurricane Katrina, and am now attending RIT for the semester (well, quarter in their case) I didn't realize how good I had it at Tulane. Classes were relaxed, but engaging, and the class sizes were small. One of the great things about the relaxed atmosphere at Tulane, was the many social events held. The engineering department alone had enough events, and the professors are very helpful and friendly. There were also many opportunities for students (not just top students either) to get involved in research, and many other hands on projects. Engineering is very challenging here, but it is still fun. A lot of people drink and party instead of study, but after freshmen year, the people that are able to settle down stay, while the people who can't drop out or fail out.

2nd Year Female -- Class 2007

Innovation: A, Perceived Campus Safety: B-