Bob Jones University

Date: Dec 31 1969
Major: Religion/Religious (This Major's Salary over time)
Both my undergraduate (Humanities) and graduate (M.A. in Bible) experiences have been generally positive. As with any 5+ year experience, there are things I wish were done differently, but on the whole I'm quite pleased. One of the strengths is that in addition to a very good education, you also learn how to think. It's the difference between giving a man a fish and teaching him how to fish. I feel like I can "fish" for knowledge on my own and therefore keep up with and adapt to my surroundings no matter where I find myself.

The rules are a trial for some. That really comes down to your perspective. If you set out to live life "your way" and resist all forms of authority in your life, you'll hate it here. However, if you're willing to learn self-discipline (and self-denial), you'll find BJU to be possibly the best thing that's ever happened to you. Although there are some exceptions (and no, I don't like all the rules either), most of them are reasonable guidelines set up to protect students from each other and from themselves, and from making stupid decisions before they've sufficiently matured. (Here's a hint: If you fight the rules and say you're mature enough to make decisions on your own, you're probably not.)

Anyway, it's a great place to get a great education with a Biblical Foundation that will put you in good stead for life. Just come prepared to live with some restrictions for a while, and come with a heart and mind open to God's leading in your life.