Syracuse University (SU)

I absolutely love Syracuse. Truthfully, it was not my top choice at first. Go with your gut, if you visit and feel the school has everything for you and it is incredible, it probably is! Do not base your decision purely off paper and brochures. Talk to current students, professors, and VISIT! I love the Sport management program here because everyone knows each other and it's like its own mini family. The professors here are here to help you and you aren't just another student. You have a name and they are willing to help in any way they can. I have not had a bad professor yet! Some of my most memorable experiences have been attending the concerts and other events the school puts on. Famous comedians, rappers, musicians, a capella groups, and things of the like have provided countless memories for me during this year. Also, the atmosphere at the basketball and football games is something you will never experience elsewhere.

It really takes sometime to settle in a school of this size (roughly 15,000 undergrads). During the first 2 years, you may find it to be slightly difficult to find your group of good friends. But by your Junior year, you will know exactly who you are and what you want and who your best friends are. Greek life is a little overwhelming at Syracuse if you're not into that scene. If you are however, you will fit right in. Otherwise, you'll just have to wait till you're 21 to hit the bars on campus. The bars are always lively, and is a good source of social interaction (especially Chuck's). Our athletics are overall quite good here, but more specifically, our basketball team. We are in the NCAA, and our campus goes absolutely insane when it comes to the March Madness tournaments. Our school definitely has a lot of school spirit, and it is very fun and interesting to observe and be a part of.