<p>Don't come here.</p>
<p>What’s wrong with Case?</p>
<p>If you want to work like you’re in an IVY school without the prestige that comes with a degree from one of those, then Case is your school, particularly if you’re a science/engineering major–expect no social life whatsoever because you will spend every waking moment studying or doing homework.</p>
<p>Stop complaining about your school, engineering is hard wherever you go.</p>
<p>I also doubt the statement about no social life.</p>
<p>Then by all means go there if you’re accepted–good luck.</p>
<p>Yes, you will work hard. That’s why you decide to go to a top college (Ivy or not)—to learn and be challenged.</p>
<p>Based upon my student’s experience (current freshmen), there is plenty of time for socializing, getting involved in clubs and activities, and exploring the area. The people my child hangs out with come from all over the country (and world), are pursuing a variety of majors (mostly science or engineering) and are very diverse. My student has joined several clubs and going into finals has “As” in all classes.</p>
<p>It has been a great experience. </p>
<p>One piece of advice we received while visiting colleges last year was to plan your day as if you are still taking classes for 7 hours (like in high school). Use the balance of time that you aren’t in actual classes to study (regardless of the time of day), and then you will have the other 17 hours/day free to spend however you choose. Not sure how closely it’s being followed, but there is definately time for a life and a difficult course load.</p>
<p>My son is doing well at CWRU. He is a math major. He found time to see a concert, go to a baseball game, pledge a fraternity, play intramural basketball, and be on the football team. He learned how to ride the RTA so that he can do things off campus if he likes. He knows two of his grades are As. He thinks he will have As in the other two classes. </p>
<p>If you are having problems it isn’t because of CWRU. It’s because you are not managing your time correctly.</p>
<p>I can’t believe anyone would actually waste their time complaining about Case… people, we’re in the middle of finals, get off this site and study instead of making such a stupid and worthless post! If you’re considering coming here, please don’t listen to the few ignorant students who dislike the school. Case is the most amazing thing to happen to me, I’m a current sophomore and I can’t possibly imagine my life without the incredible opportunity of attending this school! </p>
<p>I am not an engineering or science student, I am not a straight A student, I have only a very small scholarship and pay everything else out of pocket and loans. I am incredibly involved and my activities have helped me decide to switch my major and figure out my career path this year. Without Case I honestly have no idea where I would be. In all honesty, this place is the best thing to happen to me and to so many other people. Believe in that.</p>
<p>DarkmatterMom clearly has no interest in learning. All she wants is to go to a good school so the big bucks come flying in. It’s true that money is important but college is a time of self discovery. Difficult or not, college is meant to challenge and invigorate you. If you aren’t challenging yourself in college, you never will.</p>
<p>aquadeth: Why? S has been accepted and still can’t decided. Could you tell us more base on your experiences as a current student. Thank you for your help.</p>
<p>Needless to say, the children posting in response to my message assume first that I am a student, and second that I am not succeeding academically at Case. Contrary to your erroneous assumptions, my SON attends Case, and he is doing exceptionally well there (double major–Physics and Astronomy). The point I was attempting to make (but apparently failed) was that yes, the coursework at Case is rigorous, but Case’s reputation lags far behind the effort required to excel there. My comments were simply based on my son’s experience. He was also admitted to UChicago, but we simply could not afford to send him there given the financial aid offered. Perhaps that is where my son’s “perspective” on his experience at Case is coming from…</p>
<p>As a current student, I can see where DarkmatterMom comes from but honestly, Case’s reputation has advanced and is continuing to excel in part due to President Snyder’s efforts-- she is an amazing woman, I have met her personally! Case is becoming a much more recognized school, not only in industry but also in conversation. Although I do find myself telling people who haven’t heard of the small Ohio school that I attend a college much like Carnegie Mellon, UChicago, or Johns Hopkins, it doesn’t really matter, I honestly believe in 10 years, Case will be incredibly recognized and ranked up with the rest of them. In the past 3 years we have jumped 4 spots from #41 to #37 which is an incredible feat in itself, and if anyone has to complain, it is just them, not the school. My class (2015) themselves brought the Biomedical Engineering department back into the top 10, proving how one small factor can make all the difference. Believe in yourself and in Case and THAT will make the difference!</p>
<p>My son has just finished up his first semester at Case. We now have a much clearer picture of what life is like on campus then we could have ever had before he got there, just by reading reviews of other people. Overall, I am happy with Case. The number one problem I have as a parent is that it is so far away from home, which of course we knew when he decided that Case was his choice. I have been spoiled with an older child being only two hours away from home while she is at school. The logistics have not been the easiest because we don’t have the disposable income to fly him back and forth so there is a lot of driving involved.
Other then that, I will say Case has been a really good experience for my son. He enjoyed his professors and his classes. He has become very active in Greek life and he has already stated to me that he has made some very good friends.<br>
The off campus social life may not be as great as other schools, but these kids are all in it together so they make the best of it and still manage to have good times.<br>
He has met students from all over the country and from all different diverse backgrounds. I think that is a great life experience.
The best thing my son has told me so far since he has been home for winter break…I miss my friends and look forward to going back. That says it all for me.</p>
<p>jkrtist: Do you have any information on the Case’s Orchestra. S plays oboe and clarinets for over 5 years and would like to continue his passion for music. Thank you for your valuable information.</p>
<p>Perhaps he thought that since CWRU isn’t U Chicago then it would be easy. Could his perspective be driven from that point of view since it wasn’t as easy as he imagined? Most of the top 100 universities will require tons of hard work, especially in the sciences.</p>
<p>If he isn’t happy he should transfer. Nobody should stay where they are unhappy.</p>