Title: Visiting campus soon — questions on Criminology, University Honors, and dorm life
Hey everyone,
We are planning an upcoming campus visit to NC State later this month. Our primary focus is the Criminology (B.A.) program in CHASS, along with the University Honors Program (UHP).
We’ll do the standard official admissions presentation, but we’re looking for unfiltered student perspectives and recommendations on what to check out while we're there:
Criminology / CHASS: How has your experience been with the faculty, class sizes, and internship placement (especially with local/state agencies in Raleigh)? Is the department culture tight-knit despite State being such a large school?
University Honors Program: How manageable and rewarding is the Honors curriculum alongside major coursework? For those involved, does the Honors Village (Berry, Becton, Bagwell) offer a strong community feel, or do people tend to prefer other living spaces?
Dorms & Living Spaces: Aside from the Honors quad, which freshman dorm styles (hall-style vs. suite-style) would you recommend prioritizing or avoiding? How convenient is living on Central/East campus relative to typical CHASS lecture halls?
Getting the Real Campus Vibe: What spots should we make sure to walk through or grab lunch at to see where students actually hang out between classes (outside of the standard tour routes)? Any favorite spots or hidden gems along Hillsborough Street?
Any advice, parking tips to know in advance would be greatly appreciated!