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7 out of 7 people found this review useful.
Kelly from Midlothian, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot I just finished my first semester and I learned a lot. At first it was a little over-whelming, but after a couple of weeks the work load got easier. The teachers expect a lot but they are there to help you during their office hours if you need help. The information learned will deffinently come in handy with my major (Liberal Studies:Elementary & Middle Education). Sometimes the work can seem a little ridiculous, but the teachers just want you to be educated, especially with your intended major.
Am enjoying being here I love Longwood and I love being in Farmville. Farmville is a small town and there may not be much to do, but there is plenty to do on campus. While walking through the town down Main Street, the people of the town are so friendly and everyone talks to everyone. It definitely is a small school and a small town, but that's why I love it.
Bang for the buck While the tuition may be rather expensive, it is worth it. The teachers are very qualified and want to see you succeed in your major. Aside from the professors, the buildings are nice and the rooms are bigger than most normal dorms. They are also doing a lot of renevations to the whole campus and the buildings are a lot nicer. The food in the Dining Hall may not always be the greatest, but there are many options for every meal and you can get as much as you want.
Tips for prospective students Make sure that you do your homework and work as soon as you can because it can add up real quick. Get involved with different clubs and organizations or sports; you will love the school even more and you will meet lots of people. Also, look into Greek life, even though Freshman can't rush until their spring semester, go to open houses and get a feel for each sorority or fraternity. You will meet lots of people there, whether you rush or not. Also, go to class! Teachers will notice whether you are there or not and you can't pass a class if you don't go to class.
Great for these types of students If you love small towns and small schools, Longwood is the school to go to. I always thought that I wanted to go to a big school, but once I looked at Longwood, I loved it. The classes are small so there's a lot of one on one attention between the teachers and students. Everyone in the town is friendly and with Longwood being a smaller school, you meet a lot of people.
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6 out of 6 people found this review useful.
Christy from Chesapeake, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The professors here at Longwood are always prepared for class and stimulate thinking everyday. Whether it is a class you are interested in or not, going to class is never a waste of time. Professors are always available and some even go as far as giving you their home and/or cell phone numbers for you to be able to contact them. It is impossible to avoid learning at Longwood.
Am enjoying being here Longwood is amazing! There is so much to do on campus. Sorority and Fraternity life is huge here and though I did not pledge, the sororities and fraternities have events that are for everyone and not just themselves. There are so many clubs and organizations to become a part of. The town is small but the weekends have their options for a great time too!
Bang for the buck Longwood offers their students so many free events. Of course, tuition pays for most of them so they are not free but the university provides a lot of entertainment, from live concerts, movie showings, and plays to sports events, readings/speeches, and shows. There is a brand new student gym that has the finest equipment. Campus and off-campus life is great - being here is great. The extremely knowledgeable professors definitely are worth dollars spent as well.
Tips for prospective students Get over learning for the grade. There is more to school, and especially college, than just a grade. College is about preparing yourself to be a professional. The knowledge you attain in school is worthwhile, especially in college. You will need this knowledge.... yes, strive for perfection but if you do not get there understand why and learn from it!
Great for these types of students Longwood is the perfect place for students that love to be involved in a tight-knit, welcoming, friendly community. If you enjoy small classes with complete access to your professor - Longwood is the place for you. If you like being invisible, inactive, on your own, and just that kid in the back of the class - Longwood is not for you. However, all are welcome, everyone is extremely friendly here! The cliques that exist in high school do not exist here so do not bring your biased opinion of stereotypes!
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5 out of 6 people found this review useful.
Rebecca from Farmville, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The teachers here at Longwood expect a lot from their students. Especially those in your intended major. They are very smart and have a lot to offer in the classroom.
Am enjoying being here There might not be a lot to do in Farmville, but there is plenty to do on campus. The people here are all very nice. With Hampton-Sydney next door, there are plenty of parties and events to go to and all are a lot of fun.
Bang for the buck One of the cheapest colleges in central Virginia that I found. Based on the tutition, you get a lot for the price of the college. Compared to the other colleges near by, you either get a lot more or it is a lot cheaper.
Tips for prospective students Farmville is a small town, there isn't much to do outside the college. Don't expect to never go to class and still be able to pass, attendance is a big deal at this school. It is not the most demanding school in the world, but what they do expect they are very strict about. Overall, a pretty great college with a very rich history.
Great for these types of students Students who enjoy learning but also like to have fun. Students who want a good education but don't want it to be the only focus while at college. They also want to be able to go out and have fun, but don't mind being in a small town.
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2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
H. from Richmond, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Those who come to Longwood expecting an easy ride beware! Despite its reputation as a school for education majors only that almost everyone can get into, the quality of Longwood's faculty and classes is fantastic. My class sizes are always small, ranging from as few a nine people up to about thirty five. Additionally, the professors are extremely accessible and are ALWAYS willing to help and offer advice, but still challenge you. Because of the small class sizes, professors have more opportunities to do field work. Class trips that I have been on included working on an actual archeological dig for my archeology class, and taking a trip to a national park to discuss Virginia wildlife.
Am enjoying being here Farmville is small. There is no changing that fact. However, Longwood makes up for its relatively isolated location with school sponsored, free, activities, parties, and concerts every single weekend. Literally. Additionally, greek life is pretty active on campus, giving both members and non-members things to do every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night.
Bang for the buck Longwood is a Virginia Public University, with fantastic in-state tuition costs. They also have TONS of scholarships available for students.
Tips for prospective students The #1 most important thing to do at Longwood is to get involved. Whether its a club sports team, the newspaper. the radio station, greek life, student government, or an honor society, there is something for everyone. Being involved in those types of groups will help introduce you to people who will be your best friends for life.
Great for these types of students Great for the student who wants to be more than just a number.
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2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
lesley from richmond, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Longwood is an excellent institution. The professors are incredibly helpful and encouraging. If you are ever in need of assistance, you can stop by your professors office or speak with them after class and they are more than willing to give you advice and help with your problems. The learning is not limited to just the classroom. The professors will move class to different campus locations so that you can better understand the topics. The innovative way of teaching at Longwood fully encourages students to go beyond the classroom and really learn a lot.
Am enjoying being here I absolutely love Longwood. The campus life is fantastic. There are many places on campus to spend time in like the Student Union, the bowling alley, the dining hall, and various other campus locations. The dorms are great and so are the Longwood sponsored apartments. Farmville is a small town, but there is still a lot to do around here. Longwood students and staff make being here and wonderful experience and work tirelessly to provide programs and events for the students.
Bang for the buck Longwood is slightly more expensive than the average school in Virginia. However, the experience is completely different. Longwood is a school of only 4,500 students so you have that small school atmosphere. You will never have more than 100 people in your classes and usually the class sizes are around 25 people.In addition to that, professors are always the ones teaching your classes and are more than helpful when it comes to helping you comprehend the material. I think for the price that you pay to attend Longwood, it is well worth it.
Tips for prospective students Visit, visit, visit. Keep an open mind when visiting and be open to trying new things. Ask a lot of questions and don't be afraid to explore the school and the town.
Great for these types of students I think Longwood is a great match for students looking for a smaller school and who is looking to have closer ties with their classmates and the community.
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2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
Amanda from farmville, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot I have to say I learned more in my first semester at Longwood than my entire four years in high school. The teachers spend one on one time with you making sure that you understand the criteria. The information taught is applied to everyday life; in other words you feel like you actually use what you learn.
Am enjoying being here Longwood is a school for someone who enjoys a small town atmosphere with friendly people. The student body is very close and you feel welcomed right away. By the end of your first semester you will know the names and faces of half of the school.
Tips for prospective students The best advice I can give prospective students is to enjoy what Farmville has to offer and get involved in the school. Longwood has many opportunities and you need to take advantage of as many as you can.
Great for these types of students Longwood is great for students who prosper in small classes. The average class size is 20-35 students per class.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Gregory from Lynchburg, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The classroom size of this school requires more individual learning and the teachers are easier and more accessible for help. I am a music major and the teachers in the department are very experienced and great teachers and all the teachers who teach me have doctorates.
Am enjoying being here The school is very active in various activities and even though it's located in a small town, there's always something to do.
Bang for the buck There's definitely a good return for the money spent and you get a lot back in various ways. It's definitely worth the money.
Tips for prospective students Visit the school as many times as possible and try to learn everything you ca about the school so you can really picture yourself living there and this can apply to any school you're looking at.
Great for these types of students It's really good for those kids who would rather like a smaller class setting close to what they were probably use to in high school. It's also suitable for those students who are really serious about learning and getting the most attention from their teacher. It's also good for students who like to socialize because it's so close knit, it's easy to make friends.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Fredericksburg, VA
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Tips for prospective students Come visit the campus and get a feel for what it is like. Also don't be afraid to contact advisors about questions, they will answer anything and it gives you a good idea of what your years are going to be like.
Great for these types of students People who want to be involved, have many oportunities open to them and to try new activities.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Emily from Norfolk, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The small college experience makes it much easier to learn. I know all the professors in my department very well and am able to go to them with any questions I may have. The class sizes are small so I get the attention I need and I know my classmates really well. I also learn so much outside the classroom. Longwood offers so many ways to get involved. My involvement in different organizations has taught me valuable skills that I will be able to take with me for the rest of my life.
Am enjoying being here I absolutely love Longwood and the town of Farmville. Even though its small the college and surrounding community have so much to offer. There are free events on campus every day so between those, my classes and the organizations I'm involved in, there's never a dull moment. The people in the Farmville community are very welcoming to students and the town is beautiful.
Bang for the buck The experience of being here is worth every penny. Longwood is a state school and it is reasonably priced. If you need assistance there are many scholarships and work opportunities available to students.
Tips for prospective students Don't underestimate a small school. I had never heard of Longwood until my senior year of high school and when I decided to apply, it was really just my fall back school. However when I had to make a decision I went with Longwood and I have never been happier! If there is a school that you are thinking about really talk to people about it. You might be surprised by what you hear.
Great for these types of students Longwood is great for students who want to feel like a part of something. It really is a family environment so you are going to be noticed. We have wonderful traditions and so many opportunities to get involved.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Stacy from Virginia Beach, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Longwood University has great programs designed to aid students in all of their needs. Since being here I have received a great deal of help from each of my Professors. Their willingness to go the extra mile has enabled me to learn the material taught in each class and much more. The small class sizes have also helped me grasp more material, due to more personal attention from each of my professors. There are also several labs (math and science) that can I receive help from if I am experiencing trouble outside of class.
Am enjoying being here Farmville is a great place to live and I personally have enjoyed my stay here so far. The more I get involved with different organizations and my major the more I want to stay. We have different events also that have been a great deal of fun like: oktoberfest, color wars, and eventually spring weekend.
Bang for the buck The small class sizes and all of the great organizations make Longwood University a great investment. The class requirements for the majors are also something to look forward to.
Tips for prospective students When you arrive in Farmville, walk around campus to get more acquainted with the environment and where each of the buildings are located. It also helps to get involved. Try out several organizations in the beginning and decide which ones you would like to belong to during your stay on campus.
Great for these types of students Longwood is great for students that like to live in a smaller community or in a place where there is more of a personal relationship with the professors.
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2 out of 3 people found this review useful.
Trisha from Ashburn, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot This school is not as big as most others in VA, but it means that class sizes are smaller and teachers are more willing to help their students out if they need it.
Am enjoying being here This has been the best decision I have ever made. Longwood has been the best fit for me. Campus size is small, everyone is friendly, and you can walk everywhere. There may not be a lot to do in farmville but there are so many things going on throughout the campus there is almost always something to do.
Bang for the buck Longwood is not large and therefore tuition is not as much. Longwood definitely takes care of their students. Classes are worth it and in the end Longwood is bang for your buck!
Tips for prospective students Get involved. Ask any one person on campus what clubs they are in, they will tell you. Everyone is involved on campus and don't be scared to try something new. Go to class as well, the attendance policy is key to passing your classes.
Great for these types of students Longwood has a great Education program for those who want to go into the teaching career. If you don't like big campuses and don't do well with large amounts of people then you'll fit right in. You create a great group of friends pretty fast.
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1 out of 4 people found this review useful.
Megan from Midlothian, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot I am a biology major and I have never learned so much. I am loving my classes and all the teachers. All the professors expect a lot out of their students and are usually always there to help.
Am enjoying being here I personally do not like Longwood and I am currently applying to 5 other colleges to transfer too.
Bang for the buck I think Longwood is to expensive. It is a small school and the food options are terrible. I do not understand where all of our money is going.
Tips for prospective students Be ready to learn a lot and be prepared to rush for either a sorority of fraternity. Longwood is centered around greek life. You will not have a great social life if you are not in a club or group.
Great for these types of students Students who want a small college and plan on rushing for a fraternity or sorority.
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3 out of 9 people found this review useful.
Ashley from Onley, VA
Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.
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Semein from Portsmouth, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Longwood is a growing school.
Longwood has dedicated teachers.
Longwood has very active student organizations.
Tips for prospective students Keep in contact with professors during office hours. They will more than likely respond to you.
Establish strong connections with other students.
Balance your time between enjoyment and school. Longwood's active party life can be overwhelming.Academic Rigor There are dedicated students who love their subjects and professors utterly absorbed in what they teach. This isn't everyone. This isn't what takes up everyone's time. But for a visible amount of students, what they do in college is very important.
Dorm Life Dorms are laboratories. On one hand, they show how people can make strong, long lasting connections. On the other hand, they show how people can function under either old or overcrowded conditions.
Food and Dining Not as bad as some people would say consistently. Sometimes very good, sometimes not so much. Cafe and general store in Student Union basement has the beginnings of variety but is sometimes a stretch to afford.
What to do for fun Get involved in Lancer Productions activities and planning. There are as many student organizations as majors and nearly as many as interests.
Bang for the buck You get good value but the economy is doing a number on many a school's tuition.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Smokehuts. Chi Walks. Smokehuts are where smokers congregate and talk. Chi Walks are when the disguised members of the school's secret organization CHI walk in single file down a university throughfair.
Great for these types of students Fun, involved students. People who like to talk to others. People who want a school that's going to prepare them for the employment market.
Clubs and Activities So many...so great.
Greek Life ACTIVE. All caps are warranted. Its a small pond at 4,600 students and Greeks stand out.
Campus Safety Active Police department and largely safe goings.
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Kara from Virginia Beach, VA
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences I love the campus and will be attending in the fall, I can hardly wait! Everyone is so nice and if the school doesn't have a class you want, administration will do everything in their power to either get you the class or make it really easy to transfer the credit from another school. I know It will be a blast, I am anxious to get started and make new friends!
Academic Rigor I looks like it will depend a lot on your field of study but everyone is there to help.
Dorm Life Really nice and tons of options.
Food and Dining I had lunch there on one of my visits and man was it good!
Campus Safety Looks really safe, they have their own police force, people who will come to you, for free, and walk you home after dark, and the emergency stations are on every corner of campus.
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Anonymous from Richmond, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Longwood is the perfect school for someone looking for a beautiful, smaller school (currently has about 4500 students). The class sizes are great, the professors are amazing. They are always there for the students and are easy to contact outside of classes via office hours or email. The administration is overall alright, just a few minor things that could be fixed, like having to send transcripts to both admissions and then to the registrar after being accepted (which if you're transferring and have to pay for each transcript, it can be a frustrating). The school is growing, and faster than it seems able to accommodate - juniors and seniors can no longer live in dorms, and school affiliated housing is no longer enough to house everyone, finding off campus housing in the small town/county setting can be difficult.
Tips for prospective students Prospective students should definitely visit and take a tour of the school before deciding to attend. Academically the environment is wonderful, but its social activities are limited in the surrounding area.
Academic Rigor The professors are wonderful, and part of why they're so wonderful is that they inspire you to love their subject, and expect you to work hard. The course work is not terrible, but it requires effort, you've got to prove you want to remain at school here.
Dorm Life I've never lived in a dorm, so I cannot speak for actual dorm life, but I give it two stars for having limited housing for its students during its expansion. Farmville is just not big enough, it can't handle students living off campus like a city could (VCU, UVA, etc.)
Food and Dining The Dining hall (Dhall) has a great variety of foods, and always lots of fresh fruit. The meal plans are great, and can be used in the Student Union or Sushi, and elsewhere off campus like Moe's and Chick Fil A.
What to do for fun Longwood is in a small town, so outside social activities are limited. The town has bowling and restaurant. Get involved in campus activities - clubs, club sports, etc. That's the best way to pass the time.
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Corrin from Palmyra, VA
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Beautiful campus! Not too big or too small! Close to home! I can't wait to be an official Lancer!
Academic Rigor Early Education
Dorm Life Looking forward to it
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William from Powhatan, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Longwood is a small school and that is what I love out it. I get to work one-on-one with my professors and they pay more attention to me when they know that I am struggling. The campus is beautiful!
Tips for prospective students Study! Whether you think you need to or not always take time out to just review your notes from class or look ahead.
What to do for fun Get involved with Clubs. In my freshmen year at Longwood, I got involved with three different types of groups. Right now, I am an active memeber for Sigma Nu, Club Baseball, and The Big Event here.
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David from Leesburg, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Super homey campus, its a pleasure to be here. I love knowing everyone, and having a personal relationship with my professors. The lancer spirit can be felt throughout the campus.
Tips for prospective students If possible minimize trips to dining hall, It's good at first then...not so much. Take the time to visit your professors in their office hours, it pays off when they recommend you for various positions in campus life. Attend all the social functions held by Lancer Productions, you'll get to meet a ton of cool people.
Academic Rigor It all depends on how hard you wan to push yourself.
Dorm Life It all depends on were you are put, some dorms are way better than others.
Food and Dining The dining hall is good in moderation, but it's the on campus food that is the best ie. Moes, Subway, and Starbucks.
What to do for fun Buffalo Shuffle, meaning go up and down Buffalo street and party in the greek houses. Attend campus wide events. Go to the movies at Sun chase.
Bang for the buck It is worth it if you are from Virginia, instate tuition is comparatively better to out of state. I didn't go to VT because LU was cheeper, and I'm glad I came because i'm getting the same education as my friends at Tech.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Color Wars, and Chi Walks are famous at Longwood. Color Wars is a campus wide event were we all gather in a large field and throw paint at each other based on what class you are. It is a ton of fun and you get cool mementos with your splattered cloths. Chi Walks are done by the secret organization of Chi where they robe up and walk late at night in a mysterious chanting fashion.
Great for these types of students It is great for students who don't need to be pushed to be social as well as those who are going into the education program.
Clubs and Activities I'm personally in nine different organizations and I feel like they really keep you in the loop of campus life, and contribute to your overall college experience.
Greek Life Greek Life is incredible here at Longwood, letters litter the campus and are a huge part of what it means to be a lancer.
Campus Safety Campus Safety is a nonissue. There are tons of blue lights around campus that call campus patrol, and they rome campus all the time regardless of being called into action.
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Haley from Chesapeake, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences longwood university is an excellent opportunity because it's not an average school. professors shake your hand and care about the students personally which is rare of other colleges. longwood feels like a home and a place where a student can thrive, not just float.
Tips for prospective students to jump right into activities and go to all the events possible as soon as you get to school! you'll miss out on connecting with new friends and amazing memories if you wait.
Academic Rigor classes can be challenging, same as any other college. but at longwood, professors will take time to help and have office hours daily where you're encouraged to ask questions.
Dorm Life dorms are great places to meet people! you really have to be outgoing and just pop in to rooms of people and introduce yourself because it'll be great in the long-run when you have hall dinners and game nights. the dorms at longwood are clean and well organized!
Food and Dining honestly, other colleges offer better food and more choices than longwood but that doesn't mean you'll starve. every place has it's disadvantages and if longwood's disadvantage is you would rather eat easy-mac sometimes, it's a good trade-off!
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus octoberfest and spring weekend are the greatest events on campus each year! the most memorable in my opinion is color wars which i'd encourage everyone to participate in! i mean, what other school lets you throw paint at other students and the president of the university!?
Clubs and Activities there are clubs for everyone at longwood! i'd encourage all prospective students to get involved in at least one club because it helps make friends of similar interests who will be there for life!
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Ryan from Virginia Beach, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences longwood university is a great institution of higher learning. along with being wonderful academically, it is also a great school for extra curricular activities. it is very easy to get involved on campus while maintaining a good gpa.
Tips for prospective students don't skip class. do your homework. study for tests. get involved.
Academic Rigor longwood isn't too difficult when it comes to academics, but that doesn't mean you can slack off.
Dorm Life the dorms are wonderful here. some are a little run down, but you meet some of your best friends in the dorms.
Food and Dining d-hall is alright, sometimes. there are days where the food is excellent, and other where you just want to go to the student union to get some edible food. all in all, it's pretty good.
What to do for fun hang out with friends, go bowling, join student organizations, and party.
Bang for the buck longwood is a little pricey, but well worth it in my opinion.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus don't step on the blue rotundas because it's bad luck, step on black crowns for good luck.
Great for these types of students all kinds of students. those looking to have fun, get good grades, make friends. everything you go to college for is here.
Clubs and Activities longwood has over 100 clubs and student organizations, so it is easy for you to get involved on campus. also, if there isn't a club for something you like, you need to find three other students and a faculty adviser and you can start a new club.
Greek Life greek life is a major component of longwood university. some people find it hard to find something to do if they aren't greek, but that isn't the case. however, a high percentage of the student body is greek, and everyone i know in it loves it.
Campus Safety police always patrolling and making sure everyone is safe.
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Nicole from Bluefield, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences longwood is a family that grows each day. you always meet someone new in a class or around campus. longwood is a home away from home, i love it here.
Tips for prospective students don't stay in your room all the time. there are plenty of things to do outside of your room where you can meet new people or just hangout with the friends you have met already.
Food and Dining they can make absolutely anything you want. all you have to do is ask.
What to do for fun you could go shopping on the mall, to playing volleyball in the mud with friends trying to win the championship to oozeball. there are many things you can do in farmville, va whenever you want to get out for some fun.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus at the beginning of fall semester we have something called the g.a.m.e. it's where we go to the gym for a pep rally. the first 1,000-2,500 students will receive a free longwood lancer scarf of that year. then we all walk to where ever there is a game for. for an example, this past fall we walked to the soccer fields for the lady lancers to play the falcons to start off a new semester and school year. it's really fun and you meet a lot of new people.
Great for these types of students longwood is a great school for students who don't want to go to big, huge school. all the buildings are in 5 minutes of walking from one building on one side of the campus to the another building on the other side of campus. longwood has about 5,000 students total.
Campus Safety longwood police take their jobs seriously. they don't goof around they are there to help us and protect us. there are emergency poles all around campus and even off campus if you need help. each pole can be seen in view of the next one.
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David from Virginia Beach, VA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Longwood has a lot to offer prospective students. They have great sports programs, great teachers, and a friendly environment. You'll feel welcome and gain personal connections with your teachers.
Tips for prospective students The fairly new gym at Longwood is a great place to relieve stress.
If you eat a lot I strongly encourage getting an unlimited meal plan at LU.
Get involved Longwood has a lot to offer from Fraternities to Sports Team and more!Academic Rigor The classes can be hard at times but the classes are similar to high school in that they are fairly small. The teachers generally go out of their way to provide the best learning experience possible and in my experience have offered lots of extra credit.
Dorm Life Living in curry or frazer is a blast! You will find a lot of your other classmates are living in the same buildings. The rooms could be bigger but its bearable and home.
Food and Dining Dinning at Longwood could be better. The food in the dinning hall can be amazing some days and bland others. It all really depends on the day. The hours of Dorill Dinning hall are terrible. They close at 8 during the week which can be a pain when you have late night munchies. But the student union is open until 12, where they offer bagels, pizza, and more.
What to do for fun At Longwood I enjoyed hanging out with friends, going to the gym and on weekends the party scene can be quite entertaining. Its nice to know that everything is within walking distance so a car isn't needed.
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Simone from Virginia Beach, VA
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will learn a lot With the small class sizes, twenty-one students on average, and low student-teacher ratio, students can expect to learn a great deal. My tour guide was extremely articulate and lively which helped me learn a lot about the campus.
Will enjoy being here If you like small towns, go for it. There are a variety of activities like rock wall, touring the campus, and traditional games.
Bang for the buck This year's tuition plus room and board is about $18,000 which isn't too bad considering the meal plans, internships set up through the school, and the study abroad program.
Great for these types of students If you like quaint, homey living, go to Longwood. Great school for the school spirited as well.
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