Oxford Questions

Colleges and Universities A-Z Emory University
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<p>Hi! I've been accepted into Oxford Emory and I've been wondering what information people can give me about the university! I need to decide between UGA (which a cheaper and closer option) or Oxford Emory. I have a couple of questions about Oxford...</p>

<p>What is the area like? I know Emory's really interesting because of being right near Atlanta but I know nothing about Oxford's area at all.
What's the environment like? Is it friendly? Stressful? Supportive?
What type of activities occur at Oxford? Are there a lot of opportunities to volunteer? I'd love to get involved.
Classes? Are professors helpful and knowledgeable? Would you say the smaller classes help you learn? How difficult is Oxford?
Are YOU happy with Oxford? What are your favorite things about Oxford that stuck out to you? What are your least favorite aspects of it?</p>

<p>I'd love everyone's input! (Even Emory students who have heard from Oxford students.) I'm planning on visiting, I'd just like more help with deciding. Thank you in advance!</p>

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<p>I’m stuck between the two…</p>

<p>For me it’s either $12,000 a year, or FREAKIN 38,000 a YEAR </p>

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<p>and yes, both are after financial aid.</p>

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<p>Well, Oxford is a suburb on the eastern edge of Atlanta. You’ll drive by it on your way from Atlanta to Athens, which is way out there. Neither of them are next door to mid-town Atlanta, but Oxford is a lot closer.
And after two years, you will be Emory, in Atlanta.</p>

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<p>@chazsf
Do you go to Oxford? If so do you like it’s location? Going to Emory after two years is Oxford’s main selling point for me, actually. (That and small classes.)</p>

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<p>Some of the other posters have first hand knowledge of Oxford, so I hope they will answer your question.</p>

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<p>There is very little around Oxford, but there are regular shuttles to main campus and the nearest major mall (Stonecrest). Of course, it’s best if you or a friend have a car.</p>

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<p>This is entirely what you make of it. There are lots of friendly and supportive students and staff, but it is a stressful environment (mainly because of the number of preprofessional students who have to freak out about their GPAs).</p>

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<p>There are social clubs (minifrats), speeches, tavern parties, tons of clubs, and many programs. It’s really about searching for opportunities and making the most out of it. One thing is that it’s pretty easy to get leadership positions or start your own club.</p>

<p>One thing I really like about Oxford is TPSL (Theory Practice Service Learning). It’s for certain classes and you go and help out in the community are a placement site that is relevant to your class (transportation is provided) as part of that class.</p>

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<p>This really depends on what department we’re talking about. I’ve loved the faculty in sociology and psychology, but math/econ professors leave a bit to be desired. The small classes help you learn, but it also means there are practically no multiple choice assessments in many departments and professors aren’t afraid to assign you lots of reading.</p>

<p>Oxford is REALLY difficult; I think our one “easy” class is Intro to Film studies.</p>

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<p>I am very happy with Oxford. I have a great relationship with professors in my field and have been fortunate enough to have so many amazing experiences: I got to go on a special field-based social problems course in Atlanta–we stayed in a hotel and spent a week exploring the institutions that handle social problems; I have an amazing, relevant work-study job; I’m planning to go to Ecuador with one of my professors next spring for a special course; I love my social club and the amazing people here at Oxford.</p>

<p>I actually could have graduated from Oxford in just two semesters because of the amount of college credit I brought in, but I’ve decided to stay the extra year because of how much I’m enjoying my experience.</p>

<p>Things I don’t like about Oxford: How far we are from Atlanta; Professors in some fields who have unclear expectations and arbitrary grading; Difficulty of Grading; Students who take themselves too serious (ZOMG! I’m pre-med. I wantz lotz o’ money; why don’t have a 4.0?); and reclusive international students.</p>

<p>I hope that answers your questions. :)</p>

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<p>Thank you for your reply! It really helped a lot! Regretfully, finances have kept me from attending, though it seems I would have LOVED Oxford the way you explained it!</p>