<p>I am currently a freshman at NC State. I am interested in majoring in theatre, and heard that UNCA had a good theatre program. I also heard that the academics here were better due to class size, and instruction was good as well. Although i had originally wanted to go to NC State because of its size, as well as it being the state "flagship" university, i've found it way too big, and am disappointed with the lack of things to do in raleigh/lack of artsy/liberal atmosphere. It seems that there's not much to do on weekends besides go to frat parties, or watch movies in the dorms. My only concern with asheville on the flip side is that i've heard there's not alot to do, and most students leave on weekends..which could make the campus lonely. Although I am still more than likely going to transfer, I did have concerns about the size/student population. Does anyone know (not to stereotype) the typical types of students at UNCA...and i heard the students here have a reputation for being "wierd"..which of course may not be true...i just want to make the decision if i'm going to pack my bags and transferring.</p>
<p>Hi Gale - I’m not in any way an expert on UNC-Asheville, but with relatives there and taking my D for two visits, I’ll take a stab at answering your question, since no one else has! I’d say the students at UNC-Asheville are friendly, unpretentious and free-spirited. I am from Virginia and I’m well-acquainted with the preppier types, and UNC-Asheville does not in any way come across as preppy. I definitely get the feeling that you’re not judged on looks there, but more on who you are as an individual. On both our tours I was assured that the campus doesn’t empty out on weekends, but who knows? At least Asheville is a cool little town.</p>
<p>My D is also very interested in theatre, but I can’t tell a lot about the department from the website. Can you please tell me why you think UNCA has a good theatre program?</p>
<p>Thanks, and good luck with your decision.</p>
<p>Ashville is a nice school, but I don’t like the mountains.</p>
<p>Also, NC State is not North Carolina’s “flagship” school.</p>