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16 out of 18 people found this review useful.
Katelyn from Coshocton, OH
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot I attend Heidelberg University's music program. I've at least doubled my knowledge about music, and I've only been here a semester! You will definitely learn, and the work is challenging but not difficult. I really think you will enjoy going here.
Am enjoying being here Like any person away from home, I miss my family a lot. I didn't think I would when I enrolled here, but sometimes I just want to go home. However, Heidelberg really is like a family, especially the music department. You will find people here who will blow your mind! Altogether, you will love it here, but you'll still look forward to the holidays.
Bang for the buck Heidelberg is expensive. Very expensive. But let me convince you that you can afford it. Heidelberg gives out huge scholarships for academics, as well as athletics and participation in the music department (you don't even have to be a music major, and you can get a scholarship to be in choir!) Also, Heidelberg works really hard to ensure you are getting your money's worth. We are currently constructing a new building for our new business and administration department! Those majors are expected to go through the roof, and the new rooms should be state-of-the-art!
Tips for prospective students This school has a lot of squirrels. If you are afraid of squirrels, look elsewhere. However, the buildings have alot of character and there are tons of computer labs! This really is a good school!
Great for these types of students Music! We have a great reputation and Dr. Cook, our concert choir director loves music more than anything! If you join our music department, I swear you won't regret it.
P.S. Our theatre department isn't anything to sniff at either!Login to rate or flag the reviews
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4 out of 4 people found this review useful.
Brandi from Cecil, OH
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will learn a lot I have been to the classes where I will be attending and with the small classes you get that one-on-one personal time with the professor that will help boost learning for you.
Will enjoy being here If you enjoy small-town colleges, and just love the feeling of a small, homey college, this is the right place for you. It really is a beautiful campus, and the three-story library was definitely a plus for me! The security is really tight, which is VERY good if you want to go to college.
Bang for the buck It really is an expensive college-$33,000 a year for in-state students. But hey, it is a private college so of course it's going to be more expensive. If you have good grades, and do exceptionally well on the ACT, you automatically qualify for the $12,000 presidential scholarship. So even though it's expensive, if you add all of the scholarships it's just like going to a public college with the benefits of a private college.
Tips for prospective students It has a real small-town feel to it and if you like bigger, fancy colleges this isn't for you. The college was built in the 1800s, so some of the buildings are a bit older, but it still is very beautiful, and you don't have to walk a mile to get to another building that you are going to. And it's always a benefit that there is free access to the YMCA that's just 5 min down the road.
Great for these types of students I'm not for sure-I haven't attended any classes yet. The dorms were sort of small, but that's too be expected for first-year newbies. Hope I was of some help!
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3 out of 3 people found this review useful.
Sophie from Canton, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The programs here are moderately challenging. Purpose with distinction is the school motto and it explains a lot about the university from an academic standpoint. If you apply yourself and study, you will be successful and opportunity will come your way. I love my professors and have learned so much during my first semester at the Berg!
Am enjoying being here This campus is beautiful year-round. The people are friendly and always willing to lend a hand- I know so many students on campus because of the small size of the school. So many opportunities to get involved in Greek Life, athletics, honors programs, and just about anything you could imagine! If you want a small, home town feel, then Heidelberg is your place!
Bang for the buck The cost of this school is great- admissions grants a lot of aid and if you work hard throughout your senior year they will be impressed and you'll have great opportunities to receive scholarships.
Tips for prospective students Look for a school with a few majors you think you would enjoy. When you find schools with the academics you like, note the size and try to observe the people you will be around. The environment and the people are what make your college experience enjoyable.
Great for these types of students Students who enjoy waking up to a beautiful place and the small, home town feeling of a place should go here. Everyone on campus is friendly and wants to make you feel at home.
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Joanna from Kokomo, IN
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot While in high school I worked very had and took several AP courses. While that gave me an edge coming into college, I have still learned far more than I thought I would. The trick is that the professors have a way of making the material work for everyone in the class, whether you learn things very quickly or if you need just a little extra time Heidelberg has a way of giving everyone the chance to shine.
Am enjoying being here I wasn't even looking at Heidelberg University until I drove through it by accident having gotten lost on the way to Akron. When I saw the campus I knew that this was the place for me. It was almost like love at first sight, the feeling I got just being on the campus was so strong. Now having spent 3 years here I still get that feeling when I come back. Heidelberg has become home for me, the people you meet and the experiences you have are phenomenal. The dance team has become a large part of my life, but there are groups for every type of person on this campus, and none are closed off or uninviting. Heidelberg is like a big family.
Bang for the buck While attending Heidelberg is expensive there are so many ways to lighten the burden on your family. The amount of money that the school gives to students covers a large portion of the costs for many students. There are also many scholarships given out by the respective departments for students. A final way to help offset the cost are jobs on campus. Every building has jobs that students are able to apply for, some students even have two or three jobs on campus. With all of these options and the kind of attention you receive at Heidelberg, it is definitely worth the money.
Tips for prospective students Heidelberg is a very close knit kind of school, students leave their doors open, or just hang out in the halls. So don't be afraid to just come up and chat with people, you never know the kind of amazing people you might meet just by sitting down and joining a conversation. There is always time to have fun and get work done to, BEC and other groups on campus provide entertainment and social gatherings to help new students fin where they want to fit into campus. Take a chance and go see some comedian on campus, it is always a blast and all sorts of cool people will be there to hang out with.
Great for these types of students Heidelberg has a little bit of everything, the music department is fabulous, some of the faculty are breathe taking to listen to, and the students are also so very talented. In the business department a new building has been revamped and dedicated to business studies. Across the way in the science building the biology department has some of the best classes to prepare students for medical school as well other science related fields. All around Heidelberg has very dedicated professors who make the departments outstanding for any student in any major.
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2 out of 6 people found this review useful. 1 person found this inaccurate.
Wendy from El Paso, TX
Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.
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4 out of 27 people found this review useful. 10 people found this inaccurate.
Thomas from Stockbridge, GA
Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Tips for prospective students I could not tell you unless you do research.
Great for these types of students I could not tell you unless you do research.
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BRITTANY from MILFORD CENTER, OH
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences I love Heidelberg, the people, faculty and the atmosphere. It's small feel gives you a warm and inviting place to focus on academics while still having fun. I would recommend it to anyone who asked.
Tips for prospective students Work Hard and get all the scholarships you can.
What to do for fun Anything you could possibly think of.
Bang for the buck Kind of pricey but well worth it.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus T-Bridge and more breaks than any other school I know.
Greek Life KAPPA PSI OMEGA!!
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Jaime from Berea, OH
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Warm, inclusive environment with friendly faculty. Fantastic opportunities for abroad studies. Size is just perfect - not so large that you feel overwhelmed, but not so small that you feel like you haven't left high school either!
Tips for prospective students Be clear on what you want to do. Since the campus is small and private, opportunities for the more obscure specialties are not necessarily available.
Academic Rigor Honestly, it depends on the program/major, and clearly it depends on the professor, but all in all I find the academics to be worthwhile.
Dorm Life Honestly, who could love a dorm? =) But there are fantastic buildings for upperclassmen, a new building for sophomores, and an all-girls dorm for those who don't want to room near the men!
Food and Dining The dining hall leaves a bit to be desired, particularly if you're a vegetarian, but there is a fantastic pub on campus - and yes, pub. We are not a dry campus, despite our UCC affiliation!
What to do for fun In Tiffin, not much. There are some bars/clubs, if that's your thing, and a movie theater, but we're in the middle of a cornfield... options are limited, to say the least. However, about 30 minutes away there's a larger city with a mall, restaurants, and even a great antiques shop if that's your thing.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus T-Bridge... I say no more! I'm also sure the fraternities and sororities have their own closely-guarded traditions.
Great for these types of students Definitely better for those who are more focused on academics rather than partying (not to say it doesn't happen, because it does), and those who prefer smaller, more intimate classes.
Clubs and Activities There are a fantastic number of clubs on campus, and it is very easy to start your own if you don't see one you want! I also mentioned this earlier, but this campus is very friendly to those students who are interested in studying abroad at some point during their college career - I did, and I loved it!
Campus Safety Very safe!
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Jordan from Swanton, OH
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Academic Rigor classes are very challenging and provide for a bright future. professors are very knowledgeable and ready to help. classes are small in size which leads to one on one time with professors.
Dorm Life dorms are very safe and sanitary for the perfect college life. fellow students are very friendly and easy to make friends. overall life is great.
Food and Dining food on campus is above average always available. cafe on campus makes eating with friends even more enjoyable. restaurants in town are close and cheap for late night food.
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Taylor from Tiffin, OH
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences heidelberg is a small school with a lot of opportunities. the professors are there to help you succeed, and will do anything to help you.
Tips for prospective students heidelberg has certain programs that are really excellent. if you decide to do one of them actually put the effort into it. it isn't high school you are working towards your future.
Academic Rigor depends on the professor and the major.
Dorm Life like anything it depends on the type of person you are. there was just new dorm built that is really nice.
Food and Dining new cafe that was put in that also includes a bar.
What to do for fun there is many campus event. there is greek life, and other social events for those who want to participate. there is also some restaurants and a movie theater five minutes from the school.
Bang for the buck the quality attention you get from your professors is worth every penny.
Great for these types of students because it is a small town and a small school, it is better for people who are there for the academics. however, there are all kinds of people at heidelberg from all over the us and the world.
Clubs and Activities there clubs at heidelberg take pride in their groups and go to a lot of effort to have fun activities on campus.
Campus Safety the campus is very safe. people can just leave there laptops on a table and it will be there when you come back. because it is a small school you know most everyone.
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