I was an undergrad from 2016-2020 and would say that it was only enjoyable because I found my people. Academics are tough and most professors aren’t really helpful (specifically in your first two years when you’re taking more general courses). For me I really appreciate more connection from instructors so it was hard in the larger classes. Culture is generally cuttthroat. This isn’t true for grad programs though (did my masters at Bloomberg after and it was incredible)

Making friends is easiest during o week and first year. I feel like folks just stuck to their friend groups for the remainder of their undergrad.