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I moved to Texas after I graduated high school right outside of DC. I knew no one going to the school and had no one to hang out with when I visited my parents. That all changed within the first few weeks. I lived in the dorms and it was fantastic for a first year student. The people on this site that have continually bashed A&M for being redneck and close minded must have only seen the surface. I will agree it appears to have that take to it, but that's why A&M has so many student organizations. By the time I finished with my degree I had friends from around the world with differing political views. The idea that you can only get along here if you are a white Christian conservative is absurd. I'm assuming the people who have said this did not attempt to find people open to talk.As for the education I found it top notch. I graduated with a degree in Radiological Health Engineering and immediately found a job through help from my advisors, professors, and on campus work. The classwork was challenging and the professors expected hard work. I often was lazy with homework and going to class and it hurt my GPA severely over the course of two semesters. This is an absolutely amazing school and I am so glad to have chosen it. That being said it is not for everyone, and be sure to come to the school for an education (i.e. research your major). Most people who don't like A&M or fail out because their classes are not interesting or dynamic.
Social Life: A+, Useful Schoolwork: B-
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Jul 18 2008 5th Year Male -- Class 2006  
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My experience is my experience and will differ from others, so to rate this poorly is a pathetic attempt to denigrate my opinion and over-glorify your school. I was born in a small town but raised in a large one. I graduated from a very academically stimulating high school. I am an open person when it comes to new people and ideas.

I am no longer at this school, but I felt compelled to write this review in hopes helping potential students have a better insight of what this school is really like. I have broken this review into five categories: how to survive at A&M, football, peers, academics, and College Station.

Don’t get me wrong, Texas A&M is a great school, but its not for everyone. You will only survive in this school if you meet the following requirements: staunch Christian, close minded, vote republican, and most importantly... WHITE.

The games were amazing and fun. As a football fanatic, the comradely and traditions were fun and enjoyable. If you do plan on attending A&M, the games are a plus!

The students at A&M, some are extremely approachable and friendly, but majority follow and conform to rigid cliques. Most seem to have followed there friends from high school into college and keep to that circle. I even got into an argument with someone when they got mad at me for saying hello instead of howdy.

The academics at A&M are sub-par. The lower level classes I thought were way too easy; it was basically high school in review. Some of the upper level classes did challenge you, not because of the analytics involved, but more because the professors were horrible.

College Station is extremely boring! I came from a big city and transitioning to a dainty city was too much work. They really do cow tipping here for fun……

Like I said earlier, I am no longer at A&M, I have transferred to UH. My experience with UH so far is enjoyable.
Perceived Campus Safety: A-, Surrounding City: D
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Jul 16 2008 2nd Year Male -- Class 2008  
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I just completed my first and last year at Texas A&M . I am so relieved...
Education: At the business schoolthey try to scare you that your classes are going to be hard but in reality if you just keep up with the class work and turn things in on time youare going to at least recieve a B. So in general the academicss are not challenging and it is easy to just skate by.

Student Life: The people are very friendly but if you are not from a small town and do not know a lot of people going there you are going to be stuck because it seems like everyone comes with friends and does not want to branch out. MAny of the people are very closed minded and do not understand diversity. Personally I am from an upper class suburb of dallas, and I do think wranglers and a cowboy hat are dressing up for a night out.

Town: The most boring place ever, it is ugly and they say only three hours to a big city that is still three hours and I cant waste three hours a day just drinving to houston to pick something up.

People: I made a few long lasting friends but in the end most people were as I listed above...I have transfered to SMU and LOVE IT!!!
Perceived Campus Safety: A, Individual Value: D
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