Providence College Top Questions

While some may believe that our Catholic identity fosters an extreme religious and conservative community, the College's mission focuses on loving and caring for one another, being active in a loyal and dedicated community, and being a member in an ever-growing family. Providence supports its students during a critical time in adulthood, and it gives them the confidence to go out into the world and know they can make a difference no matter the setting. PC also encourages its students to create a balanced life between academics and connecting with peers ona deeply personal level.

Although we may be judged because we are a strict school because we're catholic, we still manage to have the time of our lives in a safe way a enjoyab;e by all.

Providence College is unique in that it provides students with a small and intimate scholastic environment. I believe I received a great education because of this. My professors were always accessible. My classes were small and my voice was heard. There were many opportunities for guidance, from academic advisors to the school chaplain. Socially, the size was also beneficial. I frequently saw the same people and recognized nearly everyone on campus. I quickly felt comfortable and at home, making it easier to develop friendships.

Parietals: they suck but they aren't that bad. Seriously, don't let parietals get you down. Really, PC students don't know anything different. On a weekend night, it's kind of nice to have a set limit. Most people are back from bars or parties by 1, and parietals are sort of like a bed time. It keeps you from being out all into the night, which trust me is a good thing. Parietals are enforced, but fairly easy to break. Boys dorms don't have security guards so sleepovers can happen there. The neighborhood: Chad Brown. They'll tell you not to wander off-campus alone. Don't. But also don't worry about being stabbed (that's only happened twice this year...). No, the surrounding area isn't great, but you aren't going to be shot up if you step off Huxley Street. Finally, DO URBAN ACTION! You'll hear about it the summer before your freshman year. Totally apply, and do it if you get in. You move in a few days early (worth it in itself, move-in day is hectic), and you spend a few days with a small group doing service work around the state. It seriously is as awesome as they make it sound. Possibly even better. Some of my best friends were in my UA group. I honestly think that some of the best kids in my grade did UA. Its a strong group of kids and it's a TON of fun.

Many of my teachers are priests and friars which is kind of cool. They know a lot about what they teach though.

Providence is able to provide a Division I "big school" atmosphere with a small, close-knit "small school" community. The teachers, students and staff truly interact as if they are all family. Without a doubt, the people at this school are caring, good people, but that often gets covered up by frequent late night parties and our school's lack of diversity.

It is the most homogenous school in the nation.

My school is a small Catholic School with strong values that most other schools don't possess. They have a strong emphasis on Catholic values and this is portayed in everyday life.

It's catholic

What's unique about Providence is how homogeneous the school is. It provides for a strong community, but really low levels of diversity.