Azusa Pacific University

Because it is a private school, the class sizes are smaller which is better because it's actually possible to meet with the teacher during office hours. Additionally, it's much easier to obtain the classes you want compared to a public school. The teachers also actually care about their students and want them to succeed to the point where they'll get in contact with you to make sure you're doing well.

The social life is kind of almost nonexistent- no football team, no greek life, they don't really advertise games for the other sports teams so I honestly don't know what teams we have and when the games are. The food is kind of mediocre, there isn't a wide variety of foods from different cultures, and the prices are high as well. But, the community and people at APU are extremely godly, kind, and so willing to help

Small school and the Professors care about you a lot. They make time and answer all your questions.

You have to take religious classes.

The cost of attendance is not appropriate for the experience at Azusa Pacific. Although I have met my best friends here and have enjoyed many of my classes, the lack of financial aid and personal development resources is disheartening.

You will be in a lot of debt unless you receive a full ride. If you have dietary restrictions it will be hard to eat the on-campus food options. The community is great, but there aren't many interactive social opportunities.

During my first year at Azusa Pacific University, I mostly stayed on my own because I'm not the social type of person. However, on-campus there are professors, academic advisors, and even students that are always asking how you are or if you like the classes. The Biology lab class that I took was so fun and it was easy to make new friends in the classes.

Honestly, don't be scared of reaching out to people and being alone most of the time because that's what I did. Which affected my mental health. But, other than that take care of yourselves, mostly for those who are coming from out of state.

This school is great if you want to integrate your faith with your education. The environment and community are very welcoming from the moment you step foot on the campus, as well as the beautiful scenery that the school provides for its students. The professors are extremely patient, understanding, and helpful when it comes to homework issues or other issues in general.

COVID 19 made a lot of the food options on campus unavailable, but for the most part, the menus that were available were pretty good.

I am just about to start going to school here so I cannot say much about my experience so far. However, the application process was very easy. If you have good grades and want to join a great nursing program, I would recommend coming to APU.

There are a few campuses in Southern California. So depending on where you are located or what you can afford, I would suggest looking into the average rent for the cities campuses are available in.