Loyola University Chicago Top Questions

Nearly all of my professors know my name since I go to office hours to talk with them. Class sizes are just right, especially the 300-level classes. The lower-level classes usually have 40-50 students which can be overwhelming for a prof. I have yet to meet a professor that I didn't admire. Seemingly most went Ivy League or near-Ivy for their PhDs so they're very bright. Students here are generally cheerful and talkative. I love our uni's CORE classes. I was able to explore my options before choosing a major and also got to take a few classes in subjects that I've always wanted to study, but never had the time.

Overall, the professors here tend to have a passion for the subject of which they teach, however, no matter where someone goes, there will always be a few instructors who could care less about their class. I changed my major many times during my freshman year: Physics and Mathematics to Mathematics to Chemistry and Secondary Education and now to Psychology with a Natural Science approach! Do not worry about changing your major! With that said, I have experienced a great variety of classes most of which I very much enjoyed. Ethics was great because our class would have in-depth discussions about the stories we were reading and then applying them to present-day life. The theology classes are amazing, even if you practice a religion other than Catholicism; for example, I took Great Christian Thinkers yet had many in my class who doubted the mere existence of God -- our discussions were invigorating! With nearly every class that I have taken, I have gained more insight on how diverse the world really is and have become more open-minded so to speak. Do not forget to talk to other students about the classes they are taking or have taken, this will help you decide what professors to try and which ones to avoid. Do not rely on one person to relay you all of that information. There are such websites as ratemyprofessors.com that can help you decide what instructor you should take and also enables you to write your own two cents.

Get a degree in a challenging area; you're guaranteed a job. Loyola has a LOT of hook-ups with internships, so start early!!!

Since I am in a small program, all of the professors know my name. Most programs are at least minimally like that as well. Students are competitive but just with themselves, there is not an overall school rivalry to get ahead. Most of the classes are geared toward getting a job, but there are quite a few classes, if a student wishes to take them, that are just based around learning for its own sake. The computer science department, although lacking in the networking major, is overall a great department. It is small, but that is helpful because students get direct contact with their professors and can do research projects as collaborators with them.

The classes are usually reasonable sized. Lectures are bigger than classes, but the professors really are the teachers. I have been taught two class sessions with a TA, and thats because the professor was in China for a week. The professors are usually top ranked school graduates. For example my history professor went to Princeton. They're really intelligent and they look at the bigger picture in life. The size also means good face time with professors, which can really benefit your grade. College is a game of what professor you have and how much you get to know him. Personality can make or break you. The professors at Loyola are almost all really interesting and ready to help you or just talk about anything with you. The academics here are difficult, but you'll be well prepared for exams. If you go to class, you'll know your stuff. They often teach bigger life goals and are focused on making you the best person you can be. A Loyola degree is a respected one.

I like all classes and most of the teachers

Typically small classes. A ton of wonderful professors.

Even though I am a Biology major, which is probably the largest major at Loyola, I have been privileged to have generally small classes. My largest class was probably a general biology class at about 50-60 students, but I have also had an upper biology class as small as 12. I really feel like most of my professors have a true desire for teaching and also have a ton of knowledge beyond what they are teaching.

The professors are uncaring, and pretentious. Most courses are taught by grad students because Loyola's cheap and they want to get the most bang for their buck. They give us, in return, less than we pay them...by far!!! There's absolutely minimal effort aimed at directing graduate onto the job market...there's almost no opportunity for research growth. It's frustrating because of the unavailability of jobs in the surrounding Roger's Park.

It all depends on who your professors are. I have some classes that are easier than high school. BUT this is college and this is way more serious than high school, with way fewer grades. You can't afford to mess up! (Literally, we are paying a lot)