Gettysburg College

Date: Apr 06 2004
Major: History/Histories (art history/etc.) (This Major's Salary over time)
Gettysburg is a wonderful school…if it’s what you’re looking for. First of all it is small and very personal; you won’t feel lost. The campus is beautiful and easy to get around. Courses can be challenging but you leave feeling like you learned something. The professors I have encountered are friendly and very approachable; most are willing to help you out. The food is good, and it is one of the things we brag about when promoting the school. Freshman housing is pretty good…there are some really nice dorms and some that aren’t as popular, but still decent. There are some great housing options for upper class students. I was a little wary when I heard about how the frats and sororities are the center of everything but if you aren’t into that stuff then you don’t even notice. Some people say that there’s nothing to do besides frat parties but this is NOT true; there are always events going on during the week and weekends. It is also said that G’Burg students are preppy and stuck-up. Well, some are, but overall most people are nice and friendly. I met many wonderful people here, and it is not hard to find a group that you fit in with. Some complain about a lack of diversity, and that might be true regarding race/ethnicity, but there is plenty of diversity in types the types of people you find here, which is great. The town of Gettysburg is often criticized for being dull and lacking in things to do, but Gettysburg is a major tourist attraction. Therefore there are many restaurants and some shopping centers in and around town. You don’t need a car to get around the main part town because it is within a few minutes walking distance from campus. The whole area (including the campus) is so tied up with its history”you can’t spit around here without hitting a monument or something of importance, and it really is an incredible experience if you make use of it. I have very few complaints about the school, and they are very minor and probably common in most schools anyway. The number one cause of complaint here is the tuition”it’s pretty high, but it is a private school, so it is to be expected. A common phrase heard on campus is “We pay $30,000 to go here and they can’t even…” (fill in the blank). Despite this I am very happy with this school and highly recommend it those who have done their research and are interested in G’Burg.