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Fairleigh Dickinson Univ.-Col. at Florham Reviews

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  • 12 out of 12 people found this review useful.

    Student from FDU

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The professors are great! And I haven't had any large lectures, all small classes with real professors.
    Am enjoying being here

    The campus is absolutely gorgeous! It was Vanderbilt's mansion, and they also own a castle in England, which they converted into a college for studying abroad. I can't wait to go for a semester! It's the same price as going to the regular college, so you have nothing to lose!
    Bang for the buck

    This one was difficult to rate because the college is expensive at $42,000 per year, but they give a lot of scholarship money, so it ended up being cheaper than even a state school for me.
    Tips for prospective students

    Don't let the price scare you away, like I almost did. Apply and see what they'll give you, it's worth it! They gave me more money than any other school, and if you apply at one of the information session and tours, the application fee is waived, so you have nothing to lose!
    Great for these types of students

    Especially great for students interested in the accelerated 5 year masters program, what a deal!

  • 3 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Student from FDU

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I have not had a large class since i started. The classes close at 30 students so each student gets the attention they need. Most of the professors have real world experience about what they are teaching.
    Am enjoying being here

    There are tons of activities on campus for all types of interests.
    Bang for the buck

    While the tuition goes up every year, the scholarships and financial aid are good and consistent.
    Tips for prospective students

    FDU is a great fun school, you will learn a lot, and have a great time. Definately visit the school for a real feel.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who want a school that has a small school feel but is actually pretty big. Someone who wants to be out of the crazy city life, but can be in NYC withen an hour.

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Kristine from New Rochelle, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    My teachers are very knowledgeable and it is easy to have a diverse schedule that provides you with a wide range of information. I am a double major and I have no trouble fitting all the classes I need each semester.
    Am enjoying being here

    I have made tons of friends and there are lots of school organized parties to keep students entertained on weekends.
    Bang for the buck

    No matter where you go to school it is going to be very expensive. I think that the tuition is worth it as well as the meal plan fees. I do however think the housing is a bit expensive for what you get.
    Tips for prospective students

    If you have any questions look on facebook for people who go to your school so you can find out what it is really like.
    Great for these types of students

    If you are looking for a theatre program that will seriously change you as an actor and better your art do not hesitate to apply and make FDU your top choice. In my year at school I have greatly improved as an actress and I am happy to say that I am anxiously awaiting my next rigorous semester!

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Sarah

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Very small school and not many students. FDU is located in a very affluent neighborhood but not a college-friendly town. FDU is also very expensive.
    Tips for prospective students

    Get involved as soon as possible by joining clubs.
    What to do for fun

    Drink.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Unusual traditions at FDU include swimming in the fountain behind the mansion and constantly re-painting a large rock in the front lawn.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who desire a small school and close attention with professors.
    Greek Life

    Many FDU students are involved frats and sororities.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Anonymous

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    There are many great Professors here at the university. They are what make learning interesting. Take classes in Sociology, Literature and the required CORE classes and you will learn a lot about how people behave and about some of the pressing underlying issues in the United States and in the world. I can not say enough just how much learning also take place outside of the classroom and where much of my learning has come from. FDU is so great for constantly throughout every school year, hosting discussions and panels where guest speakers from members of the UN to U.S. Interrogators to our very own faculty speak on the most heated and pressing topics. Some of the topics have been cyber bullying, our relationship to the Middle East, Islamophobia, the lack of political voice for Islamic women, a professional photographer’s story of domestic abuse and the list goes on and on. You will learn a lot IN and OUTside of the classroom.
    Am enjoying being here

    Yes I am! I couldn’t imagine being at another college. It definitely was meant to be. The atmosphere of FDU and the dorms will quickly feel homey. By the way, many of the dorm buildings are really nice, some do need work but FDU is constantly making improvements for the students- gyms, student lounges, etc.. Dorming is definitely a whole other experience on its own and it’s great.
    Bang for the buck

    Is FDU a bang for the buck? It depends on the individual in this case. Personally, I love FDU and everything they offer, but the college is definitely pricey- more for some than others. Some find it cheaper than a state school. It really does depend on whether you are a New Jersey resident or not and what you can academically qualify for. So try to keep your grades up high your senior year of high school! A high SAT score (Math & Verbal are the only ones FDU considers- a score of 1050 or higher) and at least a 3.0 GPA, and you can qualify for a good scholarship. However, as others have mentioned scholarships and awards are consistent and you can work out a payment plan so that you are paying at a rate that is right for you.
    Tips for prospective students

    It’s an extremely expensive college BUT they offer a lot of scholarship money like no other college does. They are able to do this because so many of the alumni generously donate. FDU is really a tight knit small community. Also, REMEMBER, one of the most important things about starting college is that you start off on a clean slate. You have the ability to do better than you did in high school (for those of you who didn't do as well as you'd liked, like me). So be positive and use your time wisely! The Freshman Seminar course you take when you first begin at FDU is designed to help you make the transition from high school to college. Take advantage of it. Take advantage of any help you need. FDU has a career center for those looking for a job in a career choice relevant to their major, it has a tutoring center, plenty of computers to do your internet work, a library with extended hours, and several eating spots other than the cafeteria (a Nathan’s is right on campus). Café food is better than the food many other colleges offer in the area! Take advantage of all this good stuff. Time management will be of major importance in college. Another important thing, get involved! I know that sounds over said but this is how you meet people, friends. There are plenty of Clubs on campus and growing. You can start your own club as long as you have a few people rounded up ?. Really take time to form relationships with your professors because number 1, they are there to help you succeed to the best of your ability and two, they’ll be the people looking out for you when you need a recommendation for a future job!
    Great for these types of students

    Students interested in Global Studies, studying abroad to learn of other cultures, interested in majoring in Communications as they have an extensive 5 year MA program (its a plus!), Film, English (the English/Creative Writing department is amazing and the students produce great work), Theater (And musical theater! The Visual & Performing Arts Department puts on plays twice or more a year) and you know how every school has that one major that is rare? Well FDU has Hotel Management and it's own Hotel on campus, which I think is pretty awesome. FDU does offer a few dance classes (that are always fun) but unfortunately its not really a major at the college, which I believe the college should consider in the future. FDU is a great for students interested in a tight knit small community with small classes. The most students in a class will be around 30; some may be 40 if its a general requirement course or if the course isn't offered every semester. FDU is also working its way to being more diverse. What was once a predominately Caucasian college is definitely shifting and you will see a great mix of African-Americans, Asian-Americans, Italians, Greeks and so on. So if you’re interested in a diverse setting, you will find it here. I’m not a particularly athletic person, so I don’t have a personal story to tell on the topic of sports on the campus. I do however know that there is football, swimming, volleyball and soccer teams. Most of all, FDU’s campus is beautiful in the Spring. Trees cover the campus, and wildlife roam (mostly foxes, deer, beavers and other critters) but they do not cause any harm, I promise! If you want a big campus with beautiful scenery and historic buildings(The Mansion was Vanderbuilts), FDU Florham is it. If you want to still be able to visit the city (NY), the train ride to NY is about an hour. Pretty close!

  • Cindy from East Orange, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Tips for prospective students

    Come to college with an open mind. There is so much to learn and understand.
    Academic Rigor

    NO JOKE. you have to work hard in order to get good grades. That's just it. You cannot expect to get an easy A. You may be able to do that somewhere else, but not FDU.
    Dorm Life

    pretty safe. I like it.
    Food and Dining

    The food is all you can eat, but more variety would be nice.
    What to do for fun

    You can stay in and chill on campus, go out to downtown madison and morristown, or just take the train to the city.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Much history!
    Clubs and Activities

    Many activities to choose from and the option to create your own club is even encouraged.
    Greek Life

    FDU-Madison is not too diverse with greek life.
    Campus Safety

    Pretty safe campus.

  • Delisha from East Orange, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    My journey at FDU has been an exciting ride. The level of learning will have an individual amazed at how many things they can learn and understand. If an individual wants to have fun then come join me at FDU.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure you have financial aid because FDU is kinda expensive. Be ready to learn and ready to have fun.
    Academic Rigor

    The academics is very tough, but the professors are always there to help.
    Dorm Life

    There are many fun things you can do when you live on campus. The dorm life is the best life.
    Food and Dining

    The cafe is excellent.
    What to do for fun

    There are parties and many events that will keep you engaged.

  • N

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Amazing. Such a friendly atmosphere. Always things to do
    Tips for prospective students

    Come in open minded and ready to explore new things. College is a fun experience but keep your head in your studies. Don't get too caught up in what isn't in your priorities.
    Academic Rigor

    Great academics. Professors always are willing to help students out. Make sure you study!
    Dorm Life

    The dorms are pretty nice compared to some of the schools I visited. People nice and friendly and the service for the dorms is always fun. The utilities at FDU are good in the dorms.
    Food and Dining

    pretty good food. there is alway stuff to eat its just what you make of it.
    What to do for fun

    Shop, study and play. Outside its such a beautiful atmosphere everyone is always outside. Greek life!
    Bang for the buck

    um.. kinda worth it. its very expensive but its a good education. apply for scholarships!
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    the rock on campus is said to be a little pebble that got huge from painting it all of the time!
    Great for these types of students

    ready to learn students who want a good education. someone who wants to make friends and stay close with them. Someone who wants to go to a small school
    Clubs and Activities

    fun. kids always stay active and try to get involved. there is alway stuff going on.
    Greek Life

    get involved! greek life is very important and is so much fun here at fdu. stay active but if you don't do greek life it isn't the end of the world, just get involved with clubs.
    Campus Safety

    HORRIBLE. honestly the worst safety ever. some officers are nice but they are very lazy and inconsiderate

  • Courtnee from Belle Vernon, PA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    The classes are small and your professors know who you are. You do not have teaching assistants for the class; only professors. There are many groups or activities for you to get involved and feel a part of the school.
    Tips for prospective students

    Apply early as it is a very well-known school.
    Academic Rigor

    Demanding classes and schedules, but you learn a lot from the professors.
    Dorm Life

    The dorms are not as bad as other schools that I have friends attending. The rooms are a good size.
    Food and Dining

    The cafeteria has many selections to fit your taste. This year they tried extended hours so that you could go to the cafeteria whenever it fits into your schedule.
    What to do for fun

    Activities/groups, football games, watching your friends involved in sports and taking the train into NYC for activities.
    Great for these types of students

    Highly motivated and independent thinkers
    Clubs and Activities

    Florham Program Council, law club
    Campus Safety

    I feel safe on this campus. They do a good job of watching over their students.

  • Melissa from Old Bridge, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    FDU is a great school and I absolutely love it here. Classes are within walking distance and my professors are always helpful. There are a decent amount of campus events going on all the time so it is easy to get involved!
    Tips for prospective students

    Although the price may scare you away, they are great at giving major scholarships!
    Academic Rigor

    I've had my fair share of easy courses, but they are always balanced out with my tougher courses. It's a good mixture where you don't want to give up, but you have to push yourself.
    Dorm Life

    I'm a freshman currently, and I love it. My room is just the right size for me and my roommate. The air and heat work great. They spray for bugs every time we go home and I've never had a problem. I'm not a big fan of communal bathrooms but they are always clean.
    Food and Dining

    In one phrase: It could be worse. The food isn't terrible, you just have to get creative. The caf can get boring sometimes, but theres always the Grill which has AMAZING pizza! There are a lot of choices at the caf usually, I'm just picky.
    What to do for fun

    Besides getting involved in clubs on campus, there's a decent amount to do. The town of Madison is only a 25 minute walk from campus and you can go to the movies, ice cream or Stop and Shop there. A club, NSE, sponsors off campus events about once a month. We also just got an on campus Red-Box so you can rent a movie without even leaving campus!
    Bang for the buck

    Yes it can be pricey to go here, but I absolutely love it. The campus is absolutely beautiful I couldn't want to go anywhere else.
    Clubs and Activities

    There is literally a club for everything here. I joined 5 my first semester and actually had to quit a few because there are so many events. There is something for everyone!
    Greek Life

    Greek life is HUGE here so if you plan on rushing, you won't be disappointed! But if you don't want to rush, you won't feel left out either!
    Campus Safety

    Public safety is always driving around 24/7 and are available to call 24/7 as well.

  • Sophia from Staten Island, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    fdu is a fun campus with a lot to do, if you go out and look for it. the students there are friendly and open and the campus is beautiful. the classes are small and most teachers really love their jobs.
    Tips for prospective students

    most of the friends you make are the friends you`ll have for life. don`t judge your roommate on how their facebook looks. get as involved as you can, there are a lot of clubs to join as well as fraternities and sororities. if you are confused or need to know something, ask around or ask your ra. be spontaneous
    Academic Rigor

    classes are small and intimate, by the end of each semester you`ll know majority of your classmates. teachers really care about their areas of work and are very interactive. class work isn`t too bad if you keep up with your work.
    Dorm Life

    dorms are very big compared to many colleges. ras program many events and the halls are always decorated. dorms are what you make of them though, if you have to put yourself out there and you will find really fun people.
    Food and Dining

    gourmet dining is not horrible dining, but after a while you get sick of it. a lot of people don`t like the food, but its not too bad for college food. if you mix up what you eat you`ll be fine.
    What to do for fun

    be spontaneous. go out looking for fun. chances are there is an event going on or people to hang out with. get involved in games like humans vs zombies and just make things to do.
    Clubs and Activities

    a lot of clubs and organizations, and if there isn`t one you like you can make your own!
    Campus Safety

    public saftey isn`t too strict, but you feel safe on campus.

  • Alexa from Oak Ridge, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    fdu has a country atmosphere that makes you feel safe.
    fairleigh dickinson university gives you the confidence to succeed.
    fdu helps you to become more dependent, reliable, and hardworking individual to strive to be the best person you can be.
    Tips for prospective students

    always be active at college and meet new friends that will last a lifetime. learn as much as you can and still have fun doing it.
    Academic Rigor

    i am only a junior ar fdu but i have already accumilated 105 credits. i am majoring in radiology and hope to become one in the near future. i am also magna cum laude right now,
    Dorm Life

    i have always been in a suite style living arrangement and it gives you enough space plus room for others
    Food and Dining

    you always have a variety of food and will never starve!
    What to do for fun

    there is so much to do here at fdu in madison that you will never be bored. i am also in a sorioity that takes up alot of my time.
    Bang for the buck

    the best advice i can give you is take as many course as you can handle. its the same price !
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    i dont really know any traditions other than greek life.
    Great for these types of students

    fdu is a great place for any type person that wants to be part of college life.
    Clubs and Activities

    fdu has so many clubs and activities that i would need more room to name them all!
    Greek Life

    there are many fraternities and soriorities and you can choose which one you want to be in.
    Campus Safety

    fdu is very safe to walk around at night by yourself. its well lit and they take every measure to ensure your safety at all times.

  • Derrick from New Brunswick, NJ

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

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  • Christine from Clark, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The professors are there solely to help you succeed. If you need help they are right there to give it. I have learned so much over the last few semesters.
    Am enjoying being here

    I am a transfer student, and nothing can compare to undeniable home away from home feeling of FDU-Madison. I have made so many new friends and I am involved in so many activities I would have never thought of participating in. Every semester I realize how lucky I am to have transferred to such an amazing school!
    Bang for the buck

    Although FDU is a bit pricey they do offset the costs with amazing financial aid. Last year they gave over $56 million in financial aid to their students. Its costs are very similar to many other private universities in the tri-state area.
    Tips for prospective students

    Enjoy yourself, but study hard. At FDU you have that balance everyone cares about his or her education and having fun. And be yourself...that's the way you obtain the most long-lasting friendships. Get to know the people in your field of study. This college is small so you will be seeing them every single semester until you graduate. Finally, don't go home on the weekends FDU has a ton of fun things happening! Stay and live the college life.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who love NJ. But also students who love to study and have fun. Students who are willing to work hard and take every opportunity that comes their way! Finally, this university is perfect for students who are or would like to be outgoing and involved around campus!

  • Anonymous

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Fairleigh Dickinson has the perfect environment to stimulate learning. In being a smaller school, the largest class size I have encountered in my going on three years has been a maximum of 40 people. This number was only reached after a kind professor added in students who needed the class. The small environment allows a personal bond with the educator as well as less obstacles to prevent optimal learning.
    Am enjoying being here

    The scenery is peaceful, with beautiful landscaping. The library, and other buildings, have enough space and amenities to accomodate the students, allowing for an enjoyable experience whether indoors or outdoors.
    Bang for the buck

    For the cost of tuition, students are privy to smaller class sizes and increased personal interaction with their classmates and educators. They also have multiple eateries on campus, so the students never run out of options. Parents definitely can rest assured that their children are getting what they are paying for.
    Tips for prospective students

    I would highly reccommend an involvement in school organizations, particularly Greek Life. Joining Phi Sigma Sigma was one of the best choices I made in my college career, opening myself to new experiences and increased involvement in my school and community.
    Great for these types of students

    FDU is a great place for students that love the suburban atmosphere, with NYC in close reach. If they love being able to look out their windows and see trees instead of concrete and busy streets, FDU is the place to go!

  • Kier from Linden, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The professors are PHENOMENAL! If you are looking for a school where you are someone and not a number, this is the school to go to. I love that I can have a great relationship with my teachers. It is really easy to get to know your professor and to be able to have conversations with them. They are here to help you as much as they can. If you ever need any help during their office hours or set appointments. There are a lot of options you can choose from.
    Am enjoying being here

    It's a really good school to meet people. I have met so many people on campus and have had memorable moments with them as well. The best way to have fun, is to get involved. There are SOOOOOOOO many different clubs and organizations you can choose from to join and if there isn't one that you like, you can start it really easily. I have been apart of 7 clubs and know a good number of events that go on during the school year. There are many trips and parties set up.
    Bang for the buck

    I personally never think that anything is worth too much money and FDU is very expensive. However, there are a LOT of ways to make that up. You can work on campus and the school provides you with a LOT of scholarships and grants that you can apply for.
    Tips for prospective students

    Get involved, don't be shy. You have to be able to get out of your room and walk around once in a while. Talk to some people and make friends. That's the fun part about it.

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