Villanova University Top Questions

I think the academics are very good and most of the professors are good with the students and willing to help if you ask, but you have to seek them out. and i know being a nursing student that villanova nursing students work hard and regarded highly. i think I am learning, but wish i had more electives as a nursing student and was able to go abroad.

-my professors all know my name -my favorite classes have been sociology classes, esp social psychiatry and sociolgy of social work -my least favorite classes were all of the lecture style classes in huge lecture halls -studying varies by major, some students study all the time, others never have to study -class participation is very common, it is required in most classes with a discussion format -nova students do have intellectual conversations outside of class; something that most students have in common is community service, which leads to discussions about issues related to poverty and such things -students are very competitive -the most unique class i have taken here was probably vascular plants in the bio department -my major is psychology; the department is not too big, but you definitely do not have every professor and you rarely have one twice; the classes are varied and are very intellectually stimulating, they also prepare you very well for other classes and graduate school admissions; the major is predominantly female; i think that the faculty is great, i have not heard any complaints about professors, and they are very available to students -professors are very available to students with office hours and are very open to making appointments; also, there are a lot of events and speakers on campus that professors encourage students to attend -i think that the academic requirements are comprehensive and provide a good background and basis of knowledge; the requirements force students to learn about a lot of diverse areas that will be beneficial to us -i would say that the education you receive is geared toward learning for its own sake, at least in the psychology department

Most professors at Villanova will make an attempt to get to know you. There are those professors that you will find at any school that are teaching the class to make a little extra money, but most professors really care about their students and want to make it the best experience they can for them. I am a Human Services Major with a Spanish Minor. Human Services is basically a combination of Psychology and Sociology-- it actually requires you to have a minor in both. I may go on to teach, work for nonprofits, volunteer, or go further with Sociology or Psychology in Grad School.

The academics at Villanova are very challenging, but are by no means impossible. Known mostly for its business school, Villanova also has a great reputation in the science department. As a comprehensive science major, I have experienced so far in one year great professors and sources outside of the classroom to help with schoolwork. Class sizes vary depending on the course, but on average, they are about 30 students for one teacher. Professors provide students with outside of the classroom help with office hours every weekday. Every student is required to take the courses mandatory to their majors, but they are also required to take core courses such as history, english, theology, philosophy, and a social science course.

The majority of professors at Villanova are really good. No classes are taught by TA's which is nice. Its also easy to access teachers outside of the classroom for additional help and advice. Villanova's academics are of a high quality.

Most of the professors know you. Classes arent too bad. Freshman have an attendance policy, so you have to go to class. The school work is tough and there are times when theres just a whole lot to do, but for the most part its very manageable. People do different amounts of work depending on their major.

Academics are amazing here at Villanova. As a sophomore in the business school I have established strong ties with many of my professors. They are willing to go out of their way to offer you assistance and guidance in all aspects of life. Class participation is not as common as teachers desire - but can be instigated within small group discussions. Though I was dreading taken introduction to management, because of my professor it has proved the most rewarding class, teaching key life lessons through group interaction. The academic requirements are tedious but truly do help you find direction within the university; however, sometimes obtaining a job seems to be the top priority rather than actually capturing the information.

My profs know my name, my favorite class is a seminar class. You have to know your stuff, the professor is demanding, but I have gotten so much out of the class. Everyone participates in class. I study all the time but its never too overwhelming. We talk about school, what we've learned and have philosophical things outside of class all the time. Everyone is competitive but they are not in your face about it at all.

Most of my professors do know my name and are very intelligent and helpful. I really like the small class sizes as well. My least favorite class was philosophy which was taught by a graduate student who seemed like she actually wanted her students to be miserable. Villanovans study a lot and work hard during the week.

Classes are usually very demanding and there are few classes where you little or no homework. It is quite challenging some times. The business school definitely focuses on getting their students prepared for the business world and this is a very good thing.