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SUNY at Purchase College Reviews

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  • 4 out of 5 people found this review useful.

    Kara from Purchase, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    This is a great college for anyone studying any of the Visual Arts. There are endless resources available.
    Am enjoying being here

    At first you may be underwhelmed by the general appearance of the campus, but once you start getting involved in any of the school activities you'll never want to leave!
    Tips for prospective students

    Build a strong portfolio and come ready to work!
    Great for these types of students

    Artists, Hipsters

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Dani from Mastic Beach, NY

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

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    i have been here twice, once for a regular visit, and once for national portfolio day, and i immediately felt like this was the school for me. it's a very welcoming and calm environment. i feel any individual will grow and expand their horizons here.
    Academic Rigor

    there are so many courses offered, and each professor cares about teaching their students.
    Dorm Life

    the dorms seem to be more satisfying as you get older, but even the freshman dorms were fine by me.
    Food and Dining

    there are many different options, including vegan, which is great.
    What to do for fun

    there is always something going on at purchase, you won't be bored. there's clubs, including the popular cheese club, and you can take a train right to the city for fun.
    Bang for the buck

    when compared to most schools, i find this school to be priced very reasonably.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    if you go into the quad, there's almost always someone singing, playing guitar, or doing something entertaining.
    Great for these types of students

    artists, hippies, hipsters, anyone laid back/calm.
    Clubs and Activities

    cheese club!
    Campus Safety

    there are boxes with a button you press if you feel you aren't safe and security guards will come right away and walk you where you need to go.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Rondell from New york, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    this campus has a unique style from the students that go here to the buildings not being a the norm. the blend of people from different backgrounds and countries make acceptance here easy for everyone. this college maybe a suny college but it lets us students show off their creative skills.
    Tips for prospective students

    three things come in mind
    one: to come here you must to open minded.
    two: be ready to see things that may not have seen in the out side world.
    three: have a car or a friend with a car just in case the purchase buses stop working.
    Academic Rigor

    the type of classes offered here range from the arts (like art history and acting classes) to business (like economics and management classes). the advisers all try to help the students under their care and answer any questions they may have.
    Dorm Life

    the dorms here are all nice but in the older ones you have to walk up the stairs which makes moving in and out hard if you don't live on the basement floor but the newer ones have elevator. it is easier to make connection with the other people who live on the same floor as you then in the the newer dorms. there is also in-campus apartments were students may have more freedom.
    Food and Dining

    the food is ok, its good for dorm food and the chefs here come up with some unique food combinations (like chicken and potato eggs) and theme days (wacky wing wednesday or ice cream friday). purchase college is also one of the top ten vegan friendly colleges in america.
    What to do for fun

    there is something for everything because of the diversity of clubs offered here. as well as being a ten minute drive or a purchase bus ride away from white plains which has three malls, many different restaurants and a train into new york city.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Rachel from Middle Village, NY

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

    Categories Rating Comments
    Will learn a lot

    This college has just about everything that I want. I hope that I get accepted into Purchase because once i visited the campus, I almost immediately felt at home. The thing that really blew me away was a couple of weeks ago I actually got a handwritten postcard thanking me for visiting their campus. It was so refreshing and welcoming to have a handwritten card from them, as opposed to a typed paper that had the signature on it printed out from a copier.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Kimberly from Purchase, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    Every professor has life lessons to share, so even the gen eds are worth investing yourself in. Professors are knowledgeable and care.
    Am enjoying being here

    There's never a lack in opportunities to get involved, be active, and make moves. You've just got to be motivated.
    Bang for the buck

    Dorm living, not awesome. But you're a freshman, that's supposed to be the worst part! It gets better when you move into the apartments.
    Tips for prospective students

    Stick your neck out. It's what makes everything worth while.
    Great for these types of students

    Kids who aren't afraid.

  • 3 out of 5 people found this review useful.

    Amanda from New York, NY

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

    Categories Rating Comments
    Will enjoy being here

    Yes the campus isn't the prettiest but it is a great school and if you are doing what you love than you'll have a great time. Also the conservatory program is amazing.

  • 2 out of 4 people found this review useful.

    Clara from Sharon, CT

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

    Categories Rating Comments
    Will learn a lot

    Fantastic studios
    Will enjoy being here

    There seemed to be alot of activities ti go to
    Bang for the buck

    Extremely reasonable costs

  • 5 out of 16 people found this review useful.

    Lorena from Brooklyn, NY

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

    Categories Rating Comments
    Will learn a lot

    I hope to learn a lot if i get accepted into Purchase
    Will enjoy being here

    I will enjoy being at Purchase

  • Austin

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    The faculty give strong support for students with questions on the class
    assignments and structure. Fellow students are hospitable, and are good sources to grow and challenge oneself.
    Tips for prospective students

    If looking into an undergraduate degree for history, arts, or psychology Purchase offers great courses.

    Academic Rigor

    Proffers are very rigid in the political science department and demanding on students. Good for challenging the mind to think out of the box. There is no slacking by the educators.
    Dorm Life

    Commuter does not apply to me.
    Food and Dining

    It would be best to eat off campus. Too expensive for the quality.
    What to do for fun

    Numerous art affairs.
    Bang for the buck

    Degree only for the major I'm taking.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Culture Shock, dangerous at night. Surprised it has not been suspended.
    Great for these types of students

    Heavy into art and psychology students.
    Clubs and Activities

    Numerous for art, psychology, history, and political science majors.
    Greek Life

    Does not apply.
    Campus Safety

    Has own police head quaters on campus, again for safety reasons do
    not attend culture shock.

  • Cathryn from Bay Shore, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    An environment for people to genuinely express themselves freely. If you are interested in one particular art, this is the place to really hone in on your skills by joining a conservatory.
    Tips for prospective students

    If you are interested in one particular art, this is the place to really hone in on your skills by joining a conservatory.
    Academic Rigor

    If you are part of a conservatory, the academics are one of a kind.
    Dorm Life

    The rooms are small and could be better maintained.
    Food and Dining

    There are 4 Places to eat on campus. The Dining Hall, an all you can eat buffet, The Hub, where you can get deli, italian, mexican, or burgers, Terra Ve, a strictly vegetarian area, and Starbucks.
    What to do for fun

    There are tons of clubs that are waiting for you here. Specifically the Nerf club and the Larp Club.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    On campus you can find so many interesting things such as the swings in the middle of the woods. As far as traditions we all can't wait until Zombie Prom and Culture Shock.

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