<p>So my GPA is really not the greatest, but my sat garuntees me a spot into asu engineering. I was just wondering if its good or not. I mean everywhere I look , people make fun of asu. At my school, on snl, the Simpsons, etc. Is it really that bad? And is it hard to get classes freshman year? Like because there’s so many people is there a chance I won’t be able to register for the classes I need? Also because of the GPA, I don’t even come close to getting into barret honors college.</p>
<p>I’m going to ASU in the fall and initially didn’t want to go because of the stigma attached to ASU. I think every college is what you make of it. At ASU, there will be a lot of students primarily interested in partying, socializing, etc., but if you seek them out, you can find friends who aren’t like that and who have the same interests and goals as you. Plus, you’d be dorming with other engineering students, and I’m assuming most hardcore partiers aren’t engineering majors. (Could be wrong, but it kinda makes sense!)</p>
<p>I just signed up for classes and got all the ones I need for first semester. A lot of students are put into class blocks which limit your ability to pick your own classes, but it ensures you get the classes you need. I didn’t get put into a class block, and my schedule isn’t ideal (I’m not a morning person and have early-ish classes) but I will be on track for graduation, and that’s all that matters anyway 
As long as you sign up for classes in a timely fashion (pick the earliest orientation possible) you should be good!</p>
<p>I’d apply for Barrett anyway because you never know, with a great essay and recommendations, you might get in!</p>
<p>@lindayay thanks so much! Also one more question, in general, how re the people there? Are they nice? Or are they just a bunch of immature frat guys? I’m not saying I’m super mature or anything, but I’m just wondering I’d they are nice to strangers and easy to get along with.</p>
<p>I’m assuming all the immature frat guys are not going to be in Barrett. (I’ve poked around the ASU-exclusive forums and they definitely exist…) However, within Barrett, which is what I’m most familiar with, a lot of people seem very down to earth. There are a lot of opportunities to meet people at the beginning of the school year, too, so you can get a head start on meeting new people. For instance, I know a lot of people are doing meet ups locally in AZ when everyone starts to move in, and some colleges will have camps right before classes (E2 camp for engineers, Carey camp for business majors, etc).</p>
<p>Again, it definitely depends on who you seek out with friends, but immature frat guys will definitely be more prevalent outside of Barrett. With that in mind, I think you should keep ASU + Barrett in mind and if you’re worried about getting in, applying to Barrett early might boost your chances. (I think ED Barrett is due around December?)</p>
<p>Be prepared for what you’re getting into, engineering is not a simple path to walk. If you aren’t strong in advanced mathematics you might want to rethink your decision because your life will become hell and your GPA will hate you even more. I had a family member attend ASU for psychology and the stigmas of ASU seem to stem from not only the school but the town itself. Phoenix is dangerous. You’ll go to a party and realize there is an odd number of people there that don’t even attend the school. Just be aware of who you’re with, where you are going and knowing how to navigate in Phoenix. I’m not trying to scare you or anything, just prepare. Hope this helps :)</p>