<p>Hey guys how are you... I just got rejected from Binghamton :(. I find it a hard decision choosing between Temple and UDel. I loved both campuses when I saw them. Can anyone give me their opinions and expericences?</p>
<p>u del is better, newark is nicer to live in than philly, unless you like BIG city.</p>
<p>UDel will offer a better overall college experience with fewer commuter students.</p>
<p>UDel is better</p>
<p>Thank you guys... Any others??</p>
<p>bump? any experiences?</p>
<p>University Of Delaware</p>
<p>Academics:
"The University of Delaware is in the midst of major institutional changes: A new president took the reins in July 2007, and a new class registration system was implemented in 2006. Regarding the former, students are delighted. Because the new president is the former Dean of the Wharton School of Business, undergraduates are hopeful that he will “do wonders for our prestige.” Regarding the latter, they couldn’t be more displeased. “Registration is a nightmare,” making it “near impossible to get the exact schedule you want.” Between those two extremes, respondents to our survey describe a middle-of-the-road academic experience. Take professors, for example. Some “are experts in their fields and are excellent at teaching,” while others “are purely there for research,” or “have no clue how to teach a class.” While most may be “genuinely interested in meeting with students and talking about the class material,” “They won’t hunt you down” to make sure you’re getting it. In other words, there is a willingness to help “as long as the student takes the initiative.” The same can be said of the administration. Students generally consider it to be of “average quality.” It “can be a pain with some administrative tasks (financial aid, anything that involves going to student services), but it’s probably par for the course.” In a departure from their typically balanced assessments of UD, undergrads maintain an exceptionally positive view of their school’s “absolutely beautiful” campus and its “phenomenal” study abroad program."</p>
<p>Student Body:
"Budding psychologists take note: Undergrads here report a collective “tunnel vision,” and it’s focused on “success.” According to a junior, “Most of us come from upper-middle-class homes and won’t be satisfied with anything less than what we already have.” As a means to an end, “Academics are important.” But only so much—course work “won’t stop anyone from going out,” an international relations major reports. Geographically, students mainly hail “from the New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania region.” Sartorially, “People care what they look like” and those “who have money flaunt it by what they wear.” Temperamentally, people are “relaxed, friendly, and generally very approachable.” There are very few categories UD students can be sorted into, but an in-state/out-of-state divide exists. Students “from Delaware are not considered as smart as those not from Delaware because it is easier for them to get in,” and there is also a widespread perception that those from in-state “are not as well off financially.”"</p>
<p>Campus Life:
"Student life at UD is characterized by the timeless effort “to balance partying and studying.” During the week, which runs from Sunday through Wednesday, “Life usually remains centered around studies.” “You will find the libraries [and] computer labs filled,” and “Quiet hours are enforced.” For many, working out is part of their weekday work regimen: “A lot of people enjoy going to the gym.” Come Thursday, however, “Those with good schedules start going out.” “Parties are what everyone looks for,” especially house parties, and they are reportedly in abundant supply. Those who aren’t into drinking but want to stay on campus can take advantage of “a movie theater right on campus that show[s] fairly current movies for only $3.” The SCPAB (Student-Centered Programming Advisory Board) also “books some pretty good musicians and comedians.” Many students “hang out on Main Street,” which “intersects campus” and includes “endless restaurants, the bookstores, a bowling alley, and a movie theater.” Because “the campus is close to Baltimore, DC, and Philly, road trips to museums and other universities [are] always possible.”</p>
<p>Temple University</p>
<p>Academics:
"Students find “very broad choices in classes and majors” within Temple’s 12 schools offering undergraduate academic programs. They also find various levels of classroom intimacy, as “class sizes range from about five students up to 200 depending on level and honors.” These broad options are a consequence of the school’s large enrollment. Another consequence is the fact that “most professors here have a huge number of students to take care of,” which means “A student can get lost easily in the numbers.” Due to that reality, students who take the initiative are the ones who do best here: “Temple is a great example of a university where you get out what you put in. If you work hard then you will be recognized and succeed.” This is not to say that professors are deaf to their students’ needs. On the contrary, “Professors are very accessible and genuinely want to help you learn, but you will be working for that A; don’t expect it to be handed to you.” The academic environment “is intellectually challenging. Due to the diverse nature of both the faculty and student body, professors usually challenge us to assimilate disparate cultural views and to affirm or change our own views of other cultures.” Administratively, “Every Temple student, at one time, has gotten the ‘Temple run-around.’ In other words, because the school is so big, sometimes finding the exact person you need to talk to is impossible due to limited office hours and [the fact] that the Temple staff has very limited knowledge of other Temple services.” Students appreciate the fact that “the technology is outstanding” at Temple, but complain that the school “needs to build more on-campus housing for students.” “After sophomore year you are no longer able to live in dorms,” and “The surrounding area is not known for having abundant off-campus housing options.”</p>
<p>Student Body:
"The “student body is so diverse,” it often feels to students as if “There is a little of everything at Temple University”: “From goth to preppy, from European to Asian, from straight male to transsexual, Temple has it all.” “Students come from so many diverse backgrounds; no common denominator among them can really be found.” This diversity might be “the reason why all students feel welcome here.” It also “makes it a great place to learn and live. It’s a full cultural experience.” If you absolutely had to describe a typical student, you might say that “most students here care about their grades, and you will find lots of people in the library studying at early hours in the morning at finals time.”</p>
<p>Campus Life:
"As you consider Temple, keep in mind its hometown: “This is Philly. There are always things to do. There are plenty of museums and historical tours, there are many places to shop, and the food is so diverse and tasty—there is always something new to try.” What’s more, “There are subway stops at each end of the campus, so it’s a breeze to get to Center City.” But you don’t have to travel far to socialize: “There are a few college bars just steps away from campus which have gotten extremely popular recently.” You don’t even have to leave campus if you don’t want to. “We go to the bars here (there are two on campus); the SAC has food and the new Student Center has everything you could want,” writes one satisfied student. “Frats and sororities are pretty unpopular on the whole,” however, so “Temple isn’t a bona fide party school.”</p>
<p>We looked at Drexel (also in Philly) in November '08. We were told then that Temple is located in the toughest part of the city. This was repeated to me by a friend, who grew up in Philly and is a Temple grad. The general word is to stay on campus and to not venture into the surrounding neighborhoods. I know, however, that its tuition is pretty low, and that Philly has great, accessible nightlife.</p>
<p>In contrast, UD is a beautiful campus. My brother graduated from UD back in 1978, and to the extent that it's relevent, he enjoyed it and the school served him well (accounting major, later law school at Rutgers Camden). UD is either a big little school, or a little big school. Either way, there's plenty of activity (sports, concerts, parties) there. Its academics are strong.</p>
<p>I'd definitely pick UD. Good luck.</p>
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<p>That's a total laugh.</p>
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<p>While the school is located in North Philly, which is considered the 'most dangerous' part of Philly, Temple itself is very very safe.</p>
<p>Temple is located in North Philly. While the off campus neighborhood is very different than a suburban campus, the campus itself is quite nice, with a strong security presence. There are subway and bus stops on campus with very easy access to all the Philadelphia has to offer. Even late at night it was not uncommon to find students returning from sporting events, concerts etc.<br>
On campus housing has grown leaps and bounds, so while there are still a number of commuters, the proportion has steadily dropped, and some of those are upper classmen who choose to move off campus. Transportation is so easy, I had friends who chose to live right in the neighborhood, down near the Art Museum, South Philly and West Philly, and all found it easy to access Temple Main Campus.
Temple has a very good honors program, offers a diversity of student body not found in many other institutions, and for a motivated student has a lot to offer. DH is a grad of Fox School of business and had no difficulty getting hired on Wall St, and is currently riding out the financial meltdown in his position with an international firm.</p>
<p>Best wishes as you decide which school is a better fit for you!</p>
<p>personally, i'd choose udel. which is cheaper for you? if thats a problem</p>
<p>Thanks guys! They're almost the exact same price. This is such a hard decision. I love the city, but I also love the community-feel of UDel.</p>