Vassar College
- 4 Year
- POUGHKEEPSIE, NY
CollegeGrad School
Vassar College Reviews
Rating 3.76 out of 5 669 reviews
Academics are rigorous but enriching, parties are scarce and oftentimes dull, food is (contrary to other online opinions) good, and the campus is beautiful in every season. As someone who did not initially want to come here, I have grown very fond of the school. I've made great friends and learned a lot, and have learned that Vassar is a school and has a faculty that really cares about its students, providing them with the means and resources they need to thrive and flourish, both here and beyond.
Vassar is a vibrant and inclusive community, with a diverse cohort of students who are not just intellectually curious but also incredibly supportive. Dining hall, the Deece, offers a variety of food, and when time is of the essence, the Retreat and Express cafeterias provide quick and convenient dining solutions. Vassar's faculty members are approachable, nurturing, and genuinely invested in our success, they go above and beyond to ensure that each student reaches their full potential. With small class sizes averaging around 20-25 students, learning becomes an immersive experience. And let's not forget the invaluable opportunity to attend in-person office hours. There are a lot of opportunities at Vassar whether studying abroad, pursuing a dual degree program, or participating in clubs and events. With easy access via train, Vassar is just a two-hour drive away from New York City. So if you're seeking a small campus with big opportunities, look no further than Vassar College.
I think that there was a really tight knit community that was created at Vassar. Both among the students as well as with the students and professors.
There is no college more beautiful than Vassar you will ever find. The academic program is impeccable, and I feel as though I have never learned so much in my whole life. The people come from a diverse range of backgrounds and are all very interesting and interested in what they are studying. I recommend.
Vassar College is a school in upstate New York and has a beautiful campus. If there were one change I could see in the school and area, I think it would be to be more involved with the surrounding community of Arlington. A change within the school would be to make better dining options.
Great college experience. I learned a lot academically, made friends from across the country and the world, received much support from professors, and had the opportunity to study abroad for a semester in London, UK. However, I wish that after graduation, I have more support in transitioning to working full-time and figuring out how to further advance my career. At least at a liberal arts college, one can study any major and pursue any career path of interest. It is just that one would need further education or specialization in a certain field after graduation.
I really enjoyed my experience at Vassar. I loved that there were no core curriculum requirements- this allowed me to explore many different areas of study. I was also involved with athletics and had a good experience.
I have very much enjoyed my experience so far at Vassar college. I enjoy the beautiful campus and the intense yet interesting liberal arts curriculum that helps you navigate what you want to choose as your major. Something I’d like to see change Is a little more safety and comfort for POC students like myself and students on financial aid from lower class background as many people here are extremely wealthy, white, and privileged.
What I enjoyed about Vassar is the amount of help that they offer students from the Arlington bucks to the support that they have for all students. What I would like to see change is an increase in the percentage of people of color that are admitted to Vassar.
I loved all my classes, and all my professors were very supportive and caring. However, social life at vassar was difficult and finding friends was hard. There are also not many classes, and classes are limited, so getting classes that I wanted was not the easiest. But Vassar education is 5 star!
Vassar is what it presents itself to be: a beautiful campus with proficient and and advance courses with professors who are dedicated. There are many resources available. One just has to take advantage of them. I do wish the campus were more accessible . There is little ramp access anywhere on campus which is not ideal and can be exclusionary. Additionally, campus security should be trained on helping people with mental illnesses in times of crisis as their behavior can be harmful. Improvements can always be made, but usually the governing body and policies are ever changing to adapt and accommodate the students wishes.
Vassar College is perfect for what it is, a small liberal arts college that allows you to study a wide array of subjects. For someone like myself who had no idea what I wanted to focus on or major in, and am still figuring it out going into my senior year, it has been a great place to be. The class sizes are small (usually about 15 students, no more than 30) which allows you to interact with professors and faculty much more than you would be able to at larger institutions. My favorite part definitely has been this small size and connection that students have with teachers. During my junior year, I began to struggle with my coursework as things started piling up and I became busier and two of my teachers reached out to me to ask if everything was okay because they noticed a change in my attention in class. That short story is how I would summarize Vassar, it is a place where you can receive a brilliant education and have connections for life.
My experience at Vassar was terrific. I enjoyed the small classes, meeting students with all sorts of interests, conducting research, and study abroad opportunities. The coursework is challenging and prepares you both for graduate schools or to apply your skills in the work world.
Vassar overall is a great school. I appreciate the vast network and robust academic programs. Vassar claims to be a school that is very open to different perspectives and that strives to learn and understand other views, but this is only true when these views are progressive. In practice, students and professors at Vassar are quite single-minded, especially in the poli sci department, and don't explore or seek to understand/accept centrist, let alone conservative, points of view, which is detrimental to real-life application of learning. Sports aren't great at Vassar, but they are decent and there are opportunities to watch. Those who are looking for party life will find it, but it's not a super prominent thing for most students. The small population is a blessing and a curse in that it's nice to see many familiar faces, but also lends itself to cliques and everyone being in everyone's business. The dining halls aren't amazing but there's lots of opportunity to spice things up.
The financial aid process was amazing, it was clear that they really cared about me and my family in terms of how we could pay for college. So many advisors to help individual students.
My kids are both first year and love the school. Academics are challenging and the professors really take time with the students. There are plenty of activities for students to get involved in and many different types of students go here. According to the my kids, there are cliques based on common interests but that is the case with most any college. They both give the cafeteria high marks. The area is also really nice. Airports are 90 minutes away in just about any direction but the school has a transportation service to get students there prior to breaks.
Vassar College has many events- if you know where to look- to keep the students energized and occupied. There are some wonderful Professors that make classes incredible and there are so many great organizations that are waiting to welcome everyone at Vassar.