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12 out of 12 people found this review useful.
Michael from Albion, PA
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Tips for prospective students Freshmen year your dorm will likely be tiny but if you stick it out you will be fine. Also bring things to do, Bradford is has a very small town feel to it so generally there isn't a lot to do, so definitely bring your own entertainment.
Great for these types of students If your looking for a small college town like atmosphere then a college like Pitt-Bradford would be good for you. The classes are generally pretty small, the teachers know u by name, and you don't have to walk 10 blocks to get to your next class. If you like the outdoors Bradford is a good place with the college itself being surrounded on three sides by tree covered mountains. It good place for someone like me.
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4 out of 4 people found this review useful.
Megan from Mc Donald, PA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot My classes were difficult so far, but I just completed my freshman year.So this past year was mostly gen eds.
Am enjoying being here I have a lot more friends than in high school. I made some of the best friends anyone could ever have. We find ways among our friends to keep busy, like games,human vs. zombies, movies and just hanging out. I love it up here. It helps that i love the snow too!
Bang for the buck It's a Pitt degree without paying the price of Pitt-Oakland :)
Tips for prospective students The townhouses are small, but some of the best times you'll have in college. They are small but you really get to know the people you live with,some of the best people you meet, or how you find your best friends.
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4 out of 4 people found this review useful.
Laramie from Lucinda, PA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The education is good and the teachers are very friendly and helpful!
Am enjoying being here The town of Bradford is pretty boring. It is a good idea to bring your own forms of entertainment.
Bang for the buck The tuition is up there but for a University of Pittsburgh degree its worth it. Plus, if you apply for scholarships for on-campus students then you'll get a break on the expensive tuition cost.
Tips for prospective students Apply for scholarships! Buy or rent books online, not in the bookstore!
Great for these types of students Those who are from a small town and love that atmosphere or those who do not want too many distractions.
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3 out of 3 people found this review useful.
Lia from Philadelphia, PA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot All of my teachers have been fantastic so far. The professors have been pushing me to learn the most that I can, while still trying to make sure that I succeed.
Am enjoying being here Bradford is a tiny and rather boring town, but having all my friends on campus helps cure the boredom. There are some things to do in town such as a movie theater, ice skating rink, and bowling alley. I came from a large suburban town, so switching to a small town was a little challenging, however I love being on campus now and have made so many new friends that I will have for forever.
Bang for the buck Overall, compared to some of my friends who are paying for school Pitt has a reasonable price. College is expensive don't get me wrong but overall I am not being killed with high prices. For the education I am receiving I believe it is worth the price.
Tips for prospective students I would pack light but warm. Coming from 6 hours away I packed everything and anything I could fit into my car...bad idea. The weather gets very cold in the winter so I would invest in a heavy coat and some boots, maybe even a sled for snow days (which there are plenty). If you are worried about being somewhere so tiny compared to a city...don't be. Campus does a great job of providing things to do on campus along with giving students discounts at some of the local stores. I love this campus and am so glad I made the decision to come to Bradford.
Great for these types of students Any student, as long as you don't mind a little cold and snow. If you are looking for a tropical paradise; this school is not for you. If you are looking for a beautiful campus surrounded by beautiful scenery and amazing people then I would definitely check out Pitt-Bradford.
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2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
Katie from Salamanca, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Most of the professors are great but with every college you will run into a few duds.
Am enjoying being here There are a lot of on campus activities considering it is such a small school. The food is great, and the dorms are nice because they are apartment style. However some of the dorm rooms extremely tiny so browse the options before you fill out your housing application.
Bang for the buck The education is great and having a degree with the University of Pittsburgh name on it is great.
Tips for prospective students APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS!
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Harold from Bear Lake, PA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot I don't know about most majors, but I have learned a great deal as a criminal justice major. The professors here are highly qualified and most have actual experience in their field which is hard to find in most universities. Teaching shouldn't go from student to teacher.
Am enjoying being here Bradford is a great town with anything you can ask for. Many people from big cities complain there is nothing to do because they are not used to the small town lifestyle, but compared to where I'm from, this is a city. Anyway, if you sign up for clubs and make some friends there's plenty to keep you busy.
Bang for the buck The university is quite expensive, but the education any student will recieve is outstanding and well worth the money. The rooms are small, but have all the essentials. The basic premise of the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford is that they are there to make money and certainly do that. After the room, board, activity, health service, and computer networking fees, you have to pay tuition. Multiply all this by the amount of students and it's a growing profit machine. My point is that if your family doesn't have money, you will be working over the summer and completing good old FAFSA.
Tips for prospective students When you get here, sign up for clubs. Especially the club that pertains to your major. Know what you have to do and start at least somewhat early. This is college and there are deadlines, know your deadlines. I normally put sticky notes on the wall in-front of my desk for deadlines. Other than that, keep things balanced and have a little fun.
Great for these types of students I know that most criminal justice majors will enjoy it here because I love it. The Crime Scene Investigation House is amazing. Look it up on youtube. Dr. Gaskew has a great deal of experience in the field of law enforcement and is not afraid to share some stories. Dr. Meyer has experience in probation also if you're looking more into that field.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Rachel from Lake Como, PA
Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Great for these types of students This school seems to have a great small-town atmosphere. The classes seem to be smaller so you might have more on-on-one learning.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Mohamed from Centreville, VA
Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will learn a lot This school has a very high academic standard.
Will enjoy being here I visit the campus and there was just so much to do.
Bang for the buck If you live in state then the value of this school is tremendous. If you live outside of Pennsylvania, then you may want to weigh your options.
Tips for prospective students Apply for many scholarships! There are great opportunities out there.
Great for these types of students For students who want to go into the medical field, there are plenty of internship, research, and volunteer opportunities to build your resume.
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0 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Adam from Schwenksville, PA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences This University is great for students who want a small-college experience and not a lot of distractions. There are a few campus activities, but many students are lacking in their drive for anything more than booze. If I wasn't so attracted to city schools, I would love this college.
Tips for prospective students Keep in mind, many professors are foreign and dislike many of their students. Also, if you just study and get the work done, you will be fine.
Academic Rigor This school is rather easy; the general education requirements are quite extreme. Let's just say, this school loves to be well rounded.
Dorm Life The dorms are all very clean, and completely free during the summer! There are no communal bathrooms either which doesn't sound like a big deal, but when you don't have to wear flip-flops in the shower, you will thank me.
Food and Dining Please, watch what you eat. Not only is it entirely calorie-laden, sometimes meat is undercooked and they will serve raw chicken. Please watch your waistline too. I had a goal to lose weight which is why I've lost seventy-five pounds in my first semester, but my one friend gained nearly twenty pounds in just two weeks by eating completely normal.
What to do for fun There honestly is very little to do in Bradford. There is a bowling alley, and student activities every two weeks. That is about it. Many kids go home every weekend. There is a bit more to do in Olean about thirty minutes away, but that's only if you know anyone with a car.
Bang for the buck The biggest thing about the price of this university is the degree. You will get a University of Pittsburgh degree, no change at all. It will be as if you went to Pitt-Main. That, and this college offers a merit based scholarship of up to $5,500 per year you attend. That makes this a rather cheap school to attend.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Many people throw parties in the townhouses, but you will not get a traditional college experience. Greek life is not like in the movies, and there are no frat houses.
Great for these types of students This is great for students used to living in a rural area which is prone to large amounts of snow. Also, if you like to commute home every weekend.
Clubs and Activities The clubs and activities of this college are very disorganized. The clubs are very behind the times, also. There is no Gay-Straight Alliance or LGBTQ Club available.
Greek Life Greek Life is all right. The Greek Life on this campus, though, is more geared towards community service rather than socialization. There are only a few parties thrown by the Kappa Sigma House.
Campus Safety Campus safety is absolutely wonderful. The campus has their own police force and most of the personnel are very friendly. That being said, the town is another story. There is very little protection in Bradford town at all. Just last month, a student got stabbed in town because he was Hispanic.
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Shannon from Dubois, PA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences If you want a respectable degree from a big-name school without being lost in a crowd, this is the school for you. The classes are small, so you're a name instead of a number. And the instructors take the time to help you out on an individual basis.
Tips for prospective students Don't be afraid to ask for help. The instructors are approachable, and willing to go the extra mile for someone who shows a real interest in learning.
Academic Rigor The nursing program is tough! Only half of my original study group actually graduated. But those who made it were well prepared for board exams.
Dorm Life The townhouses had rather thin walls. So if you had noisy neighbors, they were very noisy indeed. But all of the dorm rooms seemed way closer to apartments than dorms.
Food and Dining Good variety! And they had several meal plans to choose from, to best fit the needs of students.
What to do for fun Unfortunately, the frat parties were all about drinking, so I tended to avoid them. But there is a gym on campus, decent internet access, and cable TV for the colder months. When it's warm, the area is great for biking and hiking.
Bang for the buck I got a solid education at a small school. It really was everything I could have asked for.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Most students don't get to participate in campus life over the summer months. They're missing out. With such a small group, everyone on campus becomes close.
Great for these types of students Country girls or boys who don't care much for a big city setting, or anyone else who wants to be more than just a number.
Clubs and Activities Can't really judge this much, as the nursing program kept me so busy I didn't have much time. But I've heard good things.
Greek Life Did not participate, for reasons outlined previously.
Campus Safety The campus police responded quickly to any problems. But the campus recently experienced some bomb threats. I never felt that I wasn't safe.
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Kelly from Niagara Falls, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences if you're interested in attending a very small school, this is probably ideal for you. the teachers are generally very well-educated on the subject they teach. as a pretty conservative introvert, however, i've really struggled with the party scene on campus, and how many students enjoy smoking weed and drinking regularly.
Tips for prospective students talk to students that are attending college before you decide for yourself where to go--make sure that the other students' values coincide with your own.
Academic Rigor the courses are quite intense in terms of required papers and the difficulty of exams. i've felt my intellect is being measured accurately, and my grades are also accurate for each course. also, i feel that i can talk to my teachers if i'm struggling with something, or to go over the last test so i can understand my mistakes.
Dorm Life i was very excited at first about the prospect of living in my own house with new people. i quickly discovered this came with a whole lot of problems, like keeping the bathroom and other common spaces clean. i've also had a great number of problems with my messy roommate in the very small living space we share.
Food and Dining the main dishes change every day and there are always some dishes available like pizza, salads, deli stuff and a grill. as a vegetarian, however, i find my choices are incredibly lacking. the food in general seems very greasy and unhealthy (including the veggies) and i've found it near impossible to eat healthfully here.
What to do for fun the campus is quite active in terms of clubs. also, musicians, comedians, and other types of speakers come regularly for performances, which are free to all students.
Bang for the buck as a student paying $28,000 for out-of-state tuition, this is not worth it. the in-state tuition of about $18,000 is slightly more realistic, but also quite expensive for what you're getting here.
Campus Safety i live within about 200 yards of the police station on campus, and i'm still very nervous walking around at night. a lot of smoking and drinking goes on, and it's not at all regulated the way that campus speakers and the ras built it up to be before i enrolled at this school.
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