Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
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OMG- don't go here. This is my sophomore year and will be transferring out ASAP. Even if you love football. Its all there is to do here on the weekends. The residential dorm environment is horrible. The student conduct office that treats you like you have zero rights. They are more concern about controlling their student body then being a progressive university and developing lasting relationships with the students. Not a place you will feel welcome if your are at all liberal. Run away- try William and Mary or UVA or a private university. DON'T GO HERE. I hope I am saving someone from making a bad decision.
view full review→Sep 02 2014
1st Year Female -- Class 2017
Campus Maintenance: A-, Faculty Accessibility: F
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I was one of those foreign students, who didn't speak perfect English, but I had very good time at Virginia Tech.
It's a large university and academical quality varies greatly depending on the major. Some programs are very challenging and nationally ranked while some programs are jokes. I majored in Economics, which was too easy because of not so bright student body at econ department, and Accounting, which had very good curriculum. Big 4 companies heavily recruit from Virginia Tech.People are generally friendly, and most of them are pretty proud of the school (sometimes too much.) This actually helps you a lot in networking if you work in DC/northern Virginia area after graduation.
view full review→May 04 2010
4th Year Male -- Class 2003
Education Quality: A+, Collaboration/Competitive: B+
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“Make sure you don't mind being in the middle of nowhere before coming here.
view full review→Mar 20 2006
1st Year Male -- Class 2009
Perceived Campus Safety: A+, Surrounding City: D
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