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Eastern Mennonite University Reviews

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  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Mariah from Rockville, VA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I have learned more about myself and future careers than I have ever learned. I have also had the opportunity to open myself up more to the world and express myself better thanks to the school. I am now a more outgoing and culturally aware person.
    Am enjoying being here

    I wouldn't change a thing about being here at EMU. It has done wonders for me. There is also such a great sense of community about the campus that it almost feels more like a family than being at school.
    Bang for the buck

    The price is high, but that's to be expected for a private college. I think it is definitely worth every penny to learn what I have learned in and outside of the classroom.
    Tips for prospective students

    Manage your time wisely. It's easy being here and thinking you have so much free time to do whatever you want because you aren't in class as much as you were in high school, but that's not true. You will have papers to write and a lot of other things to do and friends will stop by or ask you to do something. There are many distractions so you have to learn when to say No. I have to finish my paper/homework.
    Great for these types of students

    EMU is great for anyone who has a strong faith or wants to strengthen their faith. Even if you aren't a Christian it is still a wonderful place to be. The environment is amazing because it is in the valley neat the mountains, is a small campus where everyone is fairly close and you have a close relationship with your professors. There isn't anything better than being here at EMU!

  • Shelby from Lancaster, PA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    EMU is a great school with a beautiful campus where you can build strong connections with fellow students for lifelong friendships, and with professors for great references after college or summer internships. At EMU, a cross cultural is worked into the curriculum, so seeing the world is required, and gives you the opportunity to become well rounded. Finally, at EMU, you are a person, where the faculty goes out of their way to work with you, not just a number on campus.
    Tips for prospective students

    Get out and get involved! People are outgoing, but you have to reciprocate and expect the best. With this mindset, you will be successful!
    Academic Rigor

    It is all about making studying a priority! There is also a developed student resource center with tutors.
    Dorm Life

    Very interactive. Cedarwood Dorms were the first to recieve the first gold rating in Virginia for their green initiative.
    Food and Dining

    LOTS! Taco bar, potato bar, waffle making, salad bars, entree bar, stir-fry bar, cereal bar, fruit bar, deli, panini maker, hershey's ice cream bar, pizza and pasta bar. Healthy and Junk food options!
    What to do for fun

    Join lots of clubs, or SAC activities on campus. There are also snowboarding classes,etc, and a coffeeshop. For parties, JMU is nearby.
    Bang for the buck

    Expensive, but not for a private school. Lots of scholarship and work-study, not to mention just regular employment, available on campus.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    student run coffee shop, discount movies on friday and saturday.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who want a quieter, but still fun environment to attend college at. Also, who want relationships with their professors (great for resumes or internships). GREAT nursing, teaching, biology and peace and conflict programs. Some of the best in the United States and the world.
    Clubs and Activities

    We have over thirty clubs to join, and if their isn't one that you see, feel free to start it! Perfect for leadership opportunities.
    Greek Life

    No greek.
    Campus Safety

    Very safe campus. Security drives around in cars, and are authorized to give you rides if you don't feel safe.

  • Emma from West Unity, OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Eastern Mennonite University is great. The community here is so welcoming and friendly. The classes are challenging and the professors are fantastic.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be ready to jump right into classes.
    Food and Dining

    The food here is fantastic and the dining staff is very friendly. We have a campus garden and we use the vegetables grown in it in some of our dishes.
    What to do for fun

    -Concerts all the time
    -intramural sports
    -movies on campus
    -hiking
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Dumpster diving around Harrisonburg is great!
    Great for these types of students

    Mennonites
    Environmentally-friendly
    nursing
    Greek Life

    none

  • CMW from Northern VA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    there are great people here- even though it is a wee bit of a hippie school. the teachers are always more than willing to help you- not to mention your classmates. all-in-all a great school to go to- religious affiliation non-material.
    Academic Rigor

    they grade pretty stiffly here, but the profs are always willing to work with you on anything you are struggling with.
    Dorm Life

    the dorms here are amazing and we have something for everyone. for the environmentally conscious we have cedarwood our leed certified dorm, for those not wanting to leave their dorm to eat we have northlawn, those wanting apartment-style living we have both parkwoods and hillside, and for those wanting a more 'home-like' dorm we have both elmwood and maplewood. all the dorms are awesome and your hall mates will turn out to be the best part of your dorm experience!
    Food and Dining

    the food here is normally quite good and we have something for everyone. my personal favorite is when we have our once-a-month steak and shrimp night- where else can you get steak through your dining plan at college?

  • Rachel from West Unity, OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The classes challenge me but are interesting. I am enjoying all of my classes and the professors are great! I feel smarter already!
    Am enjoying being here

    EMU is awesome! I don't think that I could have picked a better school for me. The size is great, the students are awesome, and the food in the cafeteria is actually good! There is a good relationship among the students here, it is really friendly. There is also a wide variety of people, so any one can find the type of people they want! I always feel safe and the dorms are really nice!
    Bang for the buck

    EMU is a GREAT school, but it is also really expensive. I wouldn't change my choice of coming here though even though the cost is high! I am definitely getting the education I'm paying for! It is worth the money. I only rate it a 4 out of 5 because for most people in today's economy the tuition can be too high.
    Tips for prospective students

    Come and visit! You won't know what it is like unless you come and see it for yourself. It may be small, but there is always something to do. Also, the surrounding town (Harrisonburg) is a good size with a lot of restaurants if you feel like getting off of campus.
    Great for these types of students

    Eastern Mennonite University is perfect for those searching for a smaller school. It gives you a little more time with the professor if you need it. You are guaranteed a great education if you come here. A past alumni actually just won the Novel Peace Prize this year. That is pretty awesome!
    If you want a religious school then EMU is great, but they don't force it on you, which is great! Having religion pushed upon you can be really overwhelming and I have never felt that way here! EMU leaves the religion side of things more open to the students to do with what they wish. If you are looking for growing in your faith and getting closer to God, then you can definitely find it here!

  • Isaac from West Unity, OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I learn something new everyday. That can be something in my classes or something that i learn about my new friends and life in general. At EMU you learn more than just how to do your future job, you learn about community and the importance of friendships.
    Am enjoying being here

    I love EMU student life. I'm always doing things like playing pool in the game room or going dumpster diving with friends, needless to say I'm never bored. The people here are really friendly and i feel accepted.
    Bang for the buck

    As apposed to other colleges EMU is pretty small, but this is more of an advantage than what you would think. You can create a personal relationship with your professors and they will help you if your struggling. You don't get that everywhere and I find it to be a great advantage.
    Tips for prospective students

    Apply for work study early! It can help you pay for tuition and it also puts money in your pocket for personal things. Also make sure you manage your time wisely because your can lose track of when you have an exam pretty easily.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who were raised in a christian family and who are looking for those who share a strong faith in God. Also for those people who want to go into peace building because one of our alumni just won the noble prize for peace!

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