University of Maryland-College Park Top Questions

The students are very diverse, but are generally very nice. It is very easy to come up to someone and start a conversation.

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Everyone is very friendly and polite. The school is unified through sports in my opinion, which is great if you enjoy watching school sports like I do. Clothing is very casual and very few people care about things like clothes or brands.

My classmates are incredibly enthusiastic and so full of Maryland Pride; the campus is alive with school spirit.

My classmates were hardworking, focused, friendly, helpful, and fun to be around.

The students come from all walks of life. Some are the stereotypical Greeks, jocks, or nerds, and others are some of the most unique people you'll meet in your life. Everyone has a chance to stand out somewhere, but you can also be lost in the crowd just as easily. For the most part, UMD has a great campus community.

Everyone on campus is generally very friendly. My school is supposed to be one of the most diverse in the country, but in all of my STEM classes there does not seem to be much diversity. Especially in my field of engineering, the majority of people are white males. I do not know how the other classes are because I haven't had time to take any electives yet, but there doesn't seem to be as much diversity as is advertised. Despite this the people on campus are welcoming and accepting.

Most appeared to be curious and interested but others seemed bothered or going through the motions of college.

My classmates are a variety of different individual with similar interests. They all bring a different view on the various topics covered and are rather helpful to those who are struggling with the course material. Everyone shows at least some respect to the proffessors and their peers in regards to learning.

Down to earth, fun-loving, and enthusiastic.