University of Denver

Pros: small classes, nice setting, comfortable environment
Cons: Bill Gates would need a student loan

When I began my college career (Can a career really be only four years?), I attended the University of Denver. I stuck around for a bit but felt a need to transfer to the University of Wisconsin. There was nothing wrong with the school, however, I was...

Pros: small school, individualized attention, Core Curriculum program
Cons: quarter system may be hard for some students

In my college career I attended both the University of Wisconsin and the University of Denver. The two schools were in total contrast of each other. Wisconsin is huge – 30,000-plus students, while Denver is rather small – 3,000 students or so were in...

Pros: For a small school, the choices are almost limitless. Many organizations are service-oriented
Cons: There may be too many to choose from!

One of the more interesting aspects of college life is getting involved in student activities. The University of Denver, while being a somewhat smaller school, boasts over 100 organizations that are on file with the registrar’s office. By joining one...

Pros: beautiful campus
Cons: in urban area

For a campus that is located within the city limits of a major city, this will surprise you. The campus is a collection of historic buildings, huge (for Denver) trees, and modern conveniences. Though there are many things I loved about attending DU,...

Pros: location, small class size, mountains
Cons: frats stink, dorms blow

DU is a small private university nestled between the Rocky Mountains and the city of Denver. Its pretty nice to wake up in your dorm room and glance out your window at the majestic montagnes a few miles away. The campus is pretty nice. For an urban...