Epinions Recent Reviews for University of Maryland-College Park

University of Maryland-College Park: Solid University

Thu, 18 Jan 2007 02:33:37 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author lenoxstorflor - In an effort to be consice I will just give a bear bones explanation of UMD. If you are from out of state you will not feel alone considering half of your dorm will probably be from New York or New Jersey. The has been dubbed SUNY-Maryland and...

University of Maryland-College Park: Rising Rapidly into Elite Group of Public Institutions but Commuter School Feel

Thu, 24 Nov 2005 21:24:08 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author goblue1954 - Maryland is more about basketball these days. Do not downplay the University of Maryland's steadily improving academic ranking. It is in the top U.S. 20 Public Schools according to U.S. News and World Report (#18), the Shanghai Ji Tong University...

University of Maryland-College Park: Maryland is an awesome place

Fri, 18 Mar 2005 04:44:09 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jussenadv - About Maryland: University of Maryland is a great school for the type of person that is interested in seeking opportunities. Out of Maryland you can get an experience in which you were forced to find your own niche among the many that focus on...

University of Maryland-College Park: Raise high the black and gold

Wed, 18 Dec 2002 15:46:15 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author spacegal471 - I am currently an undergraduate student living on campus at the University of Maryland, College Park. I am double-majoring in physics and astronomy, and I am in the honors program. The topic is broad, so in this review I will address the following:...

University of Maryland-College Park: It's Worth the Walk

Mon, 24 Dec 2001 15:42:53 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author ZAL - The first complaint that I hear from college freshman or high school seniors is that the campus of the University of Maryland at College Park is way too big. But anybody can turn this complaint into an advantage if they wanted to. When some people are...

University of Maryland-College Park: Go to School at UMCP, but Live Off-Campus!

Sun, 15 Jul 2001 05:00:43 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author mrjah - A great many of the pros and cons of UMCP life are covered in other opinion posts here, so I won't detail what you'll probably read in others' posts anyway. See my pros and cons list for the quick synopsis. Below are some other pros and cons that...

University of Maryland-College Park: Greek System at Maryland

Wed, 6 Dec 2000 18:28:03 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author sigkap23 - As a recent alumni member of the Greek System at Maryland, I can offer some advice for prospective students. The Greek System is a wonderful way to meet knew people, get involved with community service, and create a social circle. During my four years...

University of Maryland-College Park: Worthy of Your Interest

Mon, 20 Nov 2000 18:15:15 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author gsxrpilot - When I first began studies at College Park in the late 80s the University was going through major changes. I began the semester after basketball hopeful Len Bias overdosed in one of the dormitories. That was the beginning of the end of the school's...

University of Maryland-College Park: I want to go back!

Wed, 1 Nov 2000 19:14:26 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jkrebs - The campus at UMCP is one of my favorite places in the world. It is gorgeous, well kept, very scenic. There are so many things to do and so many people to see and interact with, it's impossible to be bored. It's difficult to find time to sleep.
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University of Maryland-College Park: Good School Overall

Mon, 30 Oct 2000 19:43:21 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author dguruswamy - The University of Maryland is a great place to attend if you want a large diverse school with a challenging academic environment and a vibrant social life.

Background

I graudated in the Spring of 1994 from the University of...

University of Maryland-College Park: All Around Great School

Tue, 10 Oct 2000 02:51:21 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author rusttribe - All things considered, the University of Maryland in College Park, MD might be one of the best educational buys in the country. I say this not because I am an alumni who recieved a great education there, but also because I've seen how Maryland graduates...

University of Maryland-College Park: Alcohol/Smoke free floors - great!

Tue, 3 Oct 2000 20:35:37 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author lum7777 - I lived in Denton which is not a classy dorm. It is one of the high rises that undergrads get stuffed in. However, I decided to apply for the Alcohol/Smoke-free floor. I don't drink nor smoke. I really don't like the smell of smoke and can't imagine...

University of Maryland-College Park: University Courtyard

Sun, 10 Sep 2000 15:01:20 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author 947518 - The new University Courtyard is extremely plush living. Located minutes from campus, it is in the perfect location. Its a step above the dorms and not quite at the off campus category. Students live in their own bedroom, with option of personal...

University of Maryland-College Park: A Great Place to Attend

Sat, 9 Sep 2000 12:55:38 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Mr.Hoops - At the University of Maryland, students can find every sort of college life that there is. There is an excellent academic regiment, large greek life, and athletic history. The school itself is in a centralized location and is accessible by walking from...

University of Maryland-College Park: GO TERPS!!!

Fri, 25 Aug 2000 12:33:30 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author wilkins97 - I went to the University of Maryland from September of 1991 until May of 1995. I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in English. I loved my time at U of MD. What I loved the most was the diverse group of students and the size of the University. I made...

University of Maryland-College Park: College Park: Worthless Town, Great College

Wed, 14 Jun 2000 11:17:46 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Oakfish - College Park-- it sounds like a regal place full of tall oaks and cafes where the intelligencia hang out and play chess or drink coffee and tea with their professors and play frisbee on the lawn. It's not.

Or maybe what you're hoping for is a...

University of Maryland-College Park: Open Intellectual Community

Sat, 3 Jun 2000 19:08:19 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author agraceh - I reccomend the University of Maryland extremely enthusiastically; it is a friendly, open intellectual community, where undergraduates are valued and made to feel at home. My personal experience has been primarily with the departments of Physics,...

University of Maryland-College Park: You either love it or hate it

Sun, 30 Apr 2000 00:31:22 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Momma.K - Okay so they have great athletics, okay at least some of the teams are great... and I'm sure even most of their educators are knowledgeable, but friendly they are not!!

I attended the U. of MD for my Masters degree, and pretty much hated every...

University of Maryland-College Park: Looks good

Wed, 26 Apr 2000 17:40:05 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Op-Pooh - I visited UMCP twice before deciding to accept admittance to the college. Both times I visited I was pleased with the college. The campus was well managed and clean. Its location is advantageous too, being close to major cities and ports such as...

University of Maryland-College Park: Not a bad school

Sat, 22 Apr 2000 17:28:53 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author dreyes - Univ. of Maryland is not a bad school, not a great one either. However, it is an affordable school that can teach you a lot in terms of education. I was mostly a commuter so I don't have a great perspective on campus life, except for an alcohol-soaked...

University of Maryland-College Park: Outstanding School ***

Wed, 19 Apr 2000 22:37:20 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Mavin - If you are looking for a dynamic school in a convenient location, the University of Maryland College Park is a fine choice. For some $10,500 (a low out-of-state price), students get a quality education (good course selection and interesting professors)...

University of Maryland-College Park: Looking to Broaden Your College Life Experience

Tue, 18 Apr 2000 08:24:31 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author johnhighway - For a freshman, life in college can be overwhelming during the first couple of weeks, especially if you're living on campus. If your school life involves going to your classes and studying the curriculum, you will find that life outside the university...

University of Maryland-College Park: It's not just for lesbians!

Thu, 13 Apr 2000 23:18:24 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author caliday - When I applied to Maryland and heard about my options of dorms, my mind was made up--CO-ED was the way to go! And several party dorms that fit this description were suggested. Imagine my surprise when the summer before I started school, I opened my...

University of Maryland-College Park: Adele H. Stamp Student Union Gets A Make-Over

Wed, 5 Apr 2000 03:34:44 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author johnhighway - The Make-Over:

Well, the time finally has come. The Adele H. Stamp Student Union (ASSU) is getting a much needed reconstruction. Of course the plan will take several years to complete but the modernized Union will benefit both...

University of Maryland-College Park: Astronomy is a good choice at UMCP

Mon, 3 Apr 2000 16:42:34 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author AdeenaM - The Astronomy department at UMCP is small, but that's probably it's

best feature.

I had two majors while I was at UMCP, Astronomy and Physics. Just

about all the Physics majors had a second major (please see my review

on the...