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Fairmont State University Reviews

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  • 7 out of 8 people found this review useful. 1 person found this inaccurate.

    Ciera from Weirton, WV

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    Will learn a lot

    The employment rate for graduating students from thier chemisrty program is 100%. The students at Fairmont are intelligent young people and I am confident that I will be able to learn from the intsructers.
    Will enjoy being here

    There are plenty of on campus activities that happen every week, as well as clubs, and student groups.
    Bang for the buck

    The cost of tuition and living expenses are very reasonable, they are the second best in the state in comparison with any other university, and the quality of the education is not sacrificed for the price. Plus, the financial aid department are extremely helpful in finding ways to help cover the cost of attendance.
    Tips for prospective students

    The more involved you are in the process of your education the more you will get out of it. Call and talk to all of your assigned advisers.
    Great for these types of students

    The college is great for students who can't afford to attend a college where they will have to spend more than 10,000 dollars a year on their education for the year. It's an out of the way college where the campus is clean and offer a variety of activities. Plus its only a half four away from Morgan town and the mecca of activities.

  • Kenneth from Rachel, WV

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Fairmont State University has good teachers who are fun and good at their job.

    The students at Fairmont State are fun and helpful.

    Fairmont State has a wide variety of classes.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be committed, the classes aren't that hard, but they're still a bit demanding.

    Be friendly, the people here are friendly, so make friends if you can.

    Speak with the teachers often, they will help you but only if you ask.
    Academic Rigor

    The classes aren't hard, though it varies by teacher, but they're demanding, you need to apply yourself.
    Dorm Life

    The dorms are generally quiet, but can get a bit hot at times. The people are generally friendly, but sometimes there are fire drills at annoying times. But generally, pretty enjoyable.
    Food and Dining

    The cafeteria is excellent, with very good food and wide variety of it. There's also a small food store and a sub/Mexican food place as well. Both of these can be paid for with money put on your card and are very good.
    What to do for fun

    There are plenty of clubs, and many of the dorms have a common area with a pool table and TV. There's also the Falcon Center, which has a large exercise area were you can work out and have fun. It also has a large pool and a hot tub.
    Bang for the buck

    Over all, it's been worth it, but you might need scholarships
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    The Falcon Center is an awesome building with a cafeteria, general store, book store, and exercise area with a pool and a hot tub.
    Great for these types of students

    All types, if you're a quiet student like me, you'll be fine, but students who love company will probably be good as well.
    Campus Safety

    In my time there, very little has happened and I've had a safe time.

  • Sommar from Wana, WV

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    FSU is a pretty small sized school; which I love! The professors at FSU are very helpful with managing your time if you let them be. Overall, I think FSU is a great school.
    Tips for prospective students

    Oh, my. There's so much I'd like to say to upcoming students. First, I was surprised at how much stuff is online. Not only for your online courses, and you'll probably end up taking a few, but math. I think pretty much all math classes use math labs plus, which is helpful but also a pain in the bottom. So, be expecting to use the Internet, and if you're not too computer savvy, now's the time to work on that. In all seriousness, go to class. Your professors might not care, but you will when you fail your class. One of the things I learned right off the bat was USE YOUR PROFESSORS! They really do want to help you. Go see them in their office. Talk to them after class. Ask your english professor to read over your essay and see if he/she has any suggestions. Don't be shy, professors are one of the best resources college has to offer. Speaking of resources, you'll probably be spending a lot of time in the library....please don't be one of those annoying people who talk on the third floor where you're supposed to be quiet. That is all.
    Academic Rigor

    Most freshman have to take the same classes. English, a math, Info 1100 (computer competency), and maybe some classes pertaining to your major. Collge classes are more difficult & more time consuming than high school classes! Make sure you manage your time well, and once again, use your professors! If you're having trouble, ask for assistance.
    Dorm Life

    I didn't stay in a dorm; I commute. However, the dorms are pretty nice and totally convenient. You could sleep in a little longer and go to the library whenever you want!
    Food and Dining

    HALELUJAH PRAISE THE LORD! High school food, to be quite frank, sucked. Am I right? I'm right. College food is no five star restaurant meal, but it's some pretty good chow. FSU has a small food court in the Falcon Center. However, I like to eat upstairs in the cafeteria. All you can eat for seven dollars. Yes, an all you can eat buffet for only. Seven. Bucks. The food up there is seriously pretty good too. All hail college lunch. And if you want to go somewhere off campus for lunch, it's pretty convenient. McDonald's, Wendy's, Burger King, Subway, and some local restaurants are close by.
    What to do for fun

    Two words. Falcon Center. The FC is the social/dining/gym place. People go there to eat, hang out, study, finish homework, and work out. FSU has a pretty awesome fitness facility. There's a pool, two basketball courts, a track, and a weight room. When I think of what to do for fun on campus, I automatically think Falcon Center.
    Bang for the buck

    All college is, let's face it, pretty expensive. But, FSU has about what I would judge to be average tuition. It's a good campus with lots of resources so it's a good place to spend your money. And you can use online resources like Cappex to help you get some financial help.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    There is a bell on campus. A large medal bell that sits on the ground behind the fountain in the middle of campus. People paint this bell, quite often. Monday, it could be blue representing some fraternity and Friday it could be pink, saying Save the ta-tas! Anyone could paint the bell. You want to paint the bell? Sign up, and paint it. I can't really think of any unusual locations.
    Great for these types of students

    FSU is great for ALL types of students. That's the wonderful thing about college. In high school, there were cliques and whatnot, but college is different. Everyone gets along with everyone. Well, at least it seems that way at FSU. No one is judged. The gay kid, he fits in. The girl who's really smart and talks way too much in class, she fits in. There's no bullying. Everyone can make friends.
    Clubs and Activities

    FSU has lots of sport teams, clubs, sororities, fraternities, whatever, you name it. There's a lot of activities too. In the Falcon Center, you can take spinning classes, yoga classes, zumba classes. Plays are constantly being put on. For some reason, ultimate Frisbee is really popular at FSU. There's always a bake sale or some informational booth set up. The activities are endless.
    Greek Life

    I'm not in a fraternity or sorority, but they are there. I've seen them.
    Campus Safety

    Aside from the campus police who drive around in their decked out dodge avengers, who are very helpful by the way, security drives around in golf cars throughout the parking garage periodically. Car trouble? I'm sure they'll help. And in the very rare, off chance that you are being followed, attacked, or whatever, there are many emergency....towers? I guess that's what you'd call them. They kind of look like phone booths. They're yellow and they have an emergency button. There's like five around campus.

  • Brittney from Kingwood, WV

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    I love everything about Fairmont State University. The fact that I can take classes on campus, online, or on many other campuses makes getting to class a lot easier. The small class sizes are also a huge plus.
    Tips for prospective students

    Prospective students should tour the school and see what it has to offer. Some people do not like a small, quiet campus, but it is a great place to further your life at.
    Academic Rigor

    Academics are very good.
    Dorm Life

    I have heard dorm life is great, but I am a single mom so i live off campus.
    Food and Dining

    The food is great and also very fast!
    What to do for fun

    There are a lot of things to do on campus and also very beautiful campus! There is a main building that includes a gym to work out in, basketball courts, a track, places to eat, and a swimming pool all inside!
    Bang for the buck

    Really a great place for the amount of money.

  • Danielle from Steubenville, OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Fairmont State is a perfect size for people who are looking for a medium sized school. Academics are taken as a joke at Faimont. Very fun campus life!
    Tips for prospective students

    Do not take any night classes as a freshmen, it's very hard to get use too. Also go to class! You won't have your parents telling you to go anymore, and most professors do not care to fail you after youve missed 3 classes!
    Academic Rigor

    The Academic Rigor is set high for Fairmont State. Every teacher excepts you to come to class on time and ready to learn. All of my teachers do not except late work, which is understandable because we are getting ready to learn a career that we will be doing for the rest of our life. Every teacher goes by their syllabus and hardly ever changes it.
    Dorm Life

    For incoming Freshmen do not live in Bryant Place, even though it's the nicest dorm, it gets lonely. Bryant Place it is very secluded and it's very hard to make new friends, mostly upper class lives there.
    Food and Dining

    The food service isn't the best, and after awhile you'll be over the food because it's all the same stuff. Fairmont does have a very good breakfast menu.
    What to do for fun

    Go to football games, basketball games. Just be involved and anything can be fun!
    Bang for the buck

    Go to class, ask questions! Teachers don't fail you because they want too!
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Every Thursday night is when everyone goes out! A lot of the students like to go to Morgantown on the weekends! It's only 15 minutes away.
    Campus Safety

    Campus safety could be much better. The campus sends you messages when something dangerous is going on, on campus. Except I always receive my texts 4 hours later and I already know what is happening because my friends get to me before the campus safety text.

  • Ashley from Clarksburg, WV

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

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    Dorm Life

    I lived in the dorms for 4 days in the summer and it was great.
    Food and Dining

    great food

  • Kayla from Leesburg, VA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    It isn't cracked up to what we thought it would be. The sorority is fun in the beginning but once you're in they aren't so nice afterwards. There is a lot of money involved with little communication as to what it's for.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure this is the school for you before making a commitment. The dorms are definitely not what was expected!!!
    What to do for fun

    There isn't much to do here. I love to attend the football games and work out at the gym. WVU is close by and I have a few high school friends there.

  • Kalista from Jane Lew, WV

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.

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  • Nathan from Kingwood, WV

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Teachers are great and everyone is willing to work with you.
    Am enjoying being here

    Dorms are fun. Sign up early to make sure you get a room.
    Bang for the buck

    Best price for those looking to go to college.

  • Elisabeth from Morgantown, WV

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    Will learn a lot

    Yeah, I really think I will learn a lot because of the small classes and professors that are actually interested in their students individually.
    Will enjoy being here

    I haven't actually gone to school there yet, but when I have gone to visit, I enjoyed it!
    Bang for the buck

    Price isn't bad. It's not as low as a tech school or anything, but I really can't answer this question well because I haven't seen the bang, or for that matter the exact buck either.
    Great for these types of students

    I'm from a small school (40 in the high school) so I picked this school because the smaller classroom setting would be closer to the environment that I am used to.

  • Anonymous

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

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    Will learn a lot

    yes you will a lot if you are not a learning disabled student and need the help.Its not a school for learning disabled student.
    Bang for the buck

    Not a bang for your buck they make it only seem that way a lot of hidden cost.They fine all kinds of ways to bill you from the housing department and ther is no one to talk to about it.
    Tips for prospective students

    If you are planning do aviation studies,please note that it is about 45 minutes from the main campus and there is no direct transportation.so if you dont have a car dont go.
    Great for these types of students

    independent and sure what you want to do

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