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The Academic motto at UGA is work hard play harder!! But everyone really does care about there academics for the most part!!

The classes I take are way harder than anything I ever took in high school, even after taking many Advanced Placement classes. I studied much more in college, but I didn't really notice it because I had so much more free time. Most other students are also incredibly smart so I never felt like I was out of place.

Academics are tough, depending on the class and level you take. During midterms and finals, students take up all the spots in the learning center and study lounges. However, people always make time with their organizations and going out, so the curriculum is definitely doable.

The academics at the University of Georgia are really challenging, but also extremely rewarding. While some classes are in auditoriums and are filled with over 200 students, many classes are actually smaller in size and have class sizes of about 35 students. The professors here are amazing and no matter the class size, they are almost always available and willing to help you, be it with questions on a test or even pre-reading a paper to help you correct your mistakes and make the highest grade possible! The average course load is about 15 hours, which is usually 5 classes. Depending on the difficulty of your classes, this is sometimes a really heavy workload, but there are always the study rooms in the Miller Learning Center to help students through the tough nights of studying!

Depending on your course of study, classes can be difficult or easy. I can't say which subjects are especially tough because everyone had their strong points. The great thing about the University of Georgia is that it offers a lot of classes most Universities don't. There's an array of languages you can learn ranging from French and Spanish, to Persian and Vietnamese. I'm majoring in Criminal Justice so most of my classes deal with psychology, sociology, and political science. I wouldn't say they're hard and I wouldn't say they're easy but they're definitely interesting. Class sizes vary from 30 - 300 depending on the subject but professors always offer ways to get into contact if them and they're always willing to help you out. If not them, your teacher's assistants will.

UGA is a big school and that is why it is SO SO important to make yourself known in lecture classes. Though it might not be the most fun, sit close to the front and talk to your teacher when you can about class and questions you may have. They will help, all you have to do is ask. My favorite classes are in my department of Kinesiology, I love it. I love working with the athletes and learning about athletic training, which is what I hope to get my degree in. Studying is a must in most classes. There are some that you can do well in just by attending class and paying attention, but those are few and far between. UGA is a very prestigious school though, and it is easy to continue on to graduate school with a degree from here. They challenge you and gear you toward being prepared for your career. It is a great balance that keeps you challenged and yearning for more.

The academics at UGA are challenging academically and there are a wide variety of classes to choose from.

UGA takes great pride in its academics, with many referring to the university as the "Harvard of the South." The Honors program is very prestigious and takes great care to ensure the enrolled students are excelling in both the classroom and in research situations. As an Honors student, I am awarded early registration for classes as well as access to Honors-only courses. My academic advisor in the College of Agriculture knows me personally and helps me choose courses to help me meet my degree requirements as well as specific vet school requirements. My classes are between 25-100 people mostly, so the classroom atmosphere is intimate between the students and professors. Office hours are held by every professor, and most of the professors are willing to meet with students and help them even beyond office hours. Teaching Assistants (TAs) are a common presence in many of my classes, and students utilize these assistants for extra help and review sessions before tests.

Class size varies widely at UGA. Honors classes have fewer students per teacher. Some classes have only 30 to 40 students. Lectures can have nearly 300 students, but those often have lab sections that break the class into smaller groups once a week. UGA knows its a big school, so the administration tries to compensate for that accordingly. Around half of my professors probably know my name and would recognize me around campus. One of my favorite classes thus far has been Credibility, a journalism course taught by Professor John Greenman. Professor Greenman is very knowledgeable and experienced, having won a Pullitzer Prize for his work. He uses a variety of teaching methods that allow students to learn from him, their peers and the outside world all at the same time. My least favorite course was Astronomy because we only learned from lectures and textbook material. It's a personal preference. There are many excellent professors at UGA, and every student will appreciate some teaching styles more than others. At UGA, it's important to apply yourself. There are so many students that class participation and hard work are required if you want to stand out. This is especially true for anyone adopting my major, Journalism. Being memorable for teachers is vital to insure that you can obtain written recommendations if ever you need one. I would advise making friends with at least one professor per year. The university is very career-oriented and offers many services to help get you where you want to be professionally. Take advantage of that.