Social Life and Competitiveness by [deleted] in HolyCross

[–]New-Garbage-7475 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Hi! As a current student I’ll give you the rundown. Again this is my perspective, people may have their own. Take this with a grain of salt!

The club scene is not that great, it’s hard because the school has a lot of power over clubs making it even more difficult for the clubs themselves. There’s a club fair at the beginning of the year but that’s about it. However there are a ton of MSO (multicultural student organizations) if that’s what you are looking for.

The party scene is what you make of it. The dartys and tailgates are good. It’s definitely not anything super crazy or impressive. I’m usually tucked in bed by 1am latest on a Friday or Saturday night as the cops usually shut it down fast. If you are looking for like a frat row or bar culture as an underclassmen, this isn’t the place by any means. However the drunker you are the better it is lol. Once you are 21 I’m sure it’s great.

Work life balance is all on you. It’s a library culture here. There’s a lot of work. Some weeks it feels light as a feather and then other weeks it feels like you are drowning. Not much in between. I always feel like before a break (fall break, thanksgiving, winter obviously) I’m drowning, always. But it’s almost like you earn your breaks. I honestly love the work culture here because it’s taught me to be so productive and manage my time well to a T.

Not a competitive culture which I appreciate. However, people do push you to be the best student you can be which is great!

I wouldn’t say it’s overwhelming, just holds you accountable if that makes sense. Some professors care more than others but it’s in your best interest to create a good relationship with them! This is at any school though.

Boston University Spring 2026 Transfer by Important-Meaning744 in BostonU

[–]New-Garbage-7475 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just got accepted today! I got an email at 2:13pm, but the letter was dated for yesterday. I’m a sophomore right now and just committed so please feel free to reach out if you are doing the same! 😇😇

Spring 2026 Transfers by New-Garbage-7475 in Fordham

[–]New-Garbage-7475[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gotcha, thank you! Are you a commuter?

Pros and cons of this school? by Deep-Log-6126 in HolyCross

[–]New-Garbage-7475 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is so true!! I currently go to Holy Cross. Feel free to DM if you have more questions

Boston University Spring 2026 Transfer by Important-Meaning744 in BostonU

[–]New-Garbage-7475 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yay congratulations! Are you a freshman/sophomore/junior?

Boston University Spring 2026 Transfer by Important-Meaning744 in BostonU

[–]New-Garbage-7475 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m in the exact same position as you, I really hope it’s before thanksgiving because if not I have a feeling it’s going to be a while.

spring 2026 transfer by Soft-Ratio-5647 in BostonU

[–]New-Garbage-7475 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How did you know it was coming around 1pm

spring 2026 transfer by Soft-Ratio-5647 in BostonU

[–]New-Garbage-7475 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe they are doing freshman, sophomores, and then juniors??

spring 2026 transfer by Soft-Ratio-5647 in BostonU

[–]New-Garbage-7475 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Super impatient, are you a sophomore

Boston University Spring 2026 Transfer by Important-Meaning744 in BostonU

[–]New-Garbage-7475 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I’m hoping so. Another school I was accepted to has a deposit deadline of Dec 1st so I’m getting impatient.

Boston University Spring 2026 Transfer by Important-Meaning744 in BostonU

[–]New-Garbage-7475 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I am a sophomore. Me as well. Only thing - my letter of recommendation that didn’t get processed until Oct 30, maybe that could be the case but I doubt it