University of Georgia Reviews

"It is ranked high in the country. Teachers are really great. The only con is the graduate financing."

"Pros: The classes are set up to make you think on your own to increase your ability to think critically Cons: Sometimes you are not entirely sure what the professor is looking for and that is negatively reflected in your grades. It is also sometimes very hard to get in contact with the professors."

"Overall my experience at UGA has been great. The faculty are fully supportive and have challenged me to excel within my specified areas of interest. They have taken the time to get to know me both as an academic and as an individual. The surrounding community provides ample opportunity to get involved and is only a drive away from all Atlanta has to offer."

"The University of Geogia Environmenal Engineering program challenged me and developed my technical skills to be well prepared for a career in the my field."

"UGA provides good engineering graduate programs. More career guide may needed."

"Excellent campus, one of the oldest in US. Near to a major city - Atlanta. Because the University is little away from Atlanta, not many companies come on campus for recruiting. Also, the small class size works as both a pro and a con. While students can have in dept conversations and hence bonding with fellow classmates and the faculty, it a major turn off for companies recruiting on campus as they seek more number of candidates."

"The Nonprofit Program at UGA has several rather large "pros" the first being it's only a year long program, the second being that class sizes are very small (8-12) so you get one on one attention every class, the third is that classes don't give tests or papers instead we do applicable projects. In a grantwriting class you will write and submit a grant, in fundraising you will write and implement a fundraising plan, etc. One "con" is that the program is so short, it's just enough, but it makes forming lastly relationships with other student hard because they turn over each semester."

"The program is amazing because you can build your own degree almost with the strength and conditioning masters. The research that takes place in the department is top notch and always looks to be translational to the real world. Lastly the faculty and staff are all willing to help any student of any level achieve their education goals."

"This program is great at helping students understand the theories that lay the foundations for the public sector. I believe I am getting the best education in this field along with wonderful internships that I have gotten through the network of my peers. One downside is this program does not always teach technical or practical skills such as quantitative analysis of programs or comprehensive statistic courses, and a student could come through this program and never learn these skills, which I believe are crucial in public administration. I would definitely do this over again if given the choice."

"Pros: There are some really fantastic professors here who I admire and who are really devoted to teaching. Also, Athens is a nice little town to live for four years. Cons: During your clinical rotation year you'll spend more time doing paper work or kennel work than anything else. And it will often come at the expense of learning actual medicine."

"Veterinary school is a very rigorous program crammed into 4 years. UGA has an incredible faculty and the quality of education is extremely high."

"SMP program provides in-depth knowledge in the field of sports management to students. Excellent opportunity for those who are looking for a career in the sports industry."

"In The University of Georgia's Food and Nutrition graduate program, there are endless opportunities to challenge and enlighten yourself as a student. Although the work is rigorous, the faculty is very knowledgeable and provides expertise in the field of nutrition. I am proud to be apart of such a fine institution and look forward to my journey of earning my Master's degree."

"I believe the faculty and staff contribute significantly to the efficacy of the MPA Program. Not only are they extremely well educated in both general public administration and their respective expertise, but each professor goes above and beyond in an effort to aid in students’ success. I really enjoyed the elective classes I was able to take for my generalist degree including multiple in nonprofit management as well as the opportunity to participate in the SPIA in Seoul program. However, I do think there is an overwhelming emphasis on policy and finance within the program, particularly in regards to which elective courses are offered. This fact may reflect the interests of the cohorts or MPA faculty expertise; however, diversifying the courses in order to serve a greater range of the specialties the program claims to offer would be advantageous to current and prospective students. For example, the MPA program claims to have a health policy specialization, but very rarely offers a class to satisfy the required electives. While other departments at UGA may offer classes to fulfill the requirement, they may or may not be offered at times convenient to a student working full-time, and as such, MPA students are sometimes forced to take electives that do not contribute to their career goals. There is a fair balance of theoretical background and applied skills within the program, which is ideal for students looking to further their education with a PhD or those looking to enter the workforce."

"Pros: Faculty always available to talk and discuss ideas offering valuable feedback. Cons: Financial support lacking. Required courses are not relevant and boring."

"The pharmacy school has a great program and a great support network. There are many things to do when you have free time, and there are many places to live within walking distance to the school. Tuition is competitive for in-state students and the new pharmacy building is awesome. The retail pharmacy program could be updated and student parking is expensive."

"A lot of these questions are dependent on the faculty members you work with, however, I've always found the professors at UGA to be helpful and open to collaboration. I am beyond happy that I chose UGA for graduate school and recommend that all qualified students look into the available psychology graduate programs."

"UGS has a great Social Work Program, I am proud to be a part of it."

"The Master's of Public Administration Program will offer me an opportunity to have a prosperous career in public service. Although I did not have a background in Public Administration, I was accepted into the program and now have the chance to broaden my career goals. The advisory council is helpful in setting goals and evaluating my specific needs. Also, the Career Services Department does a great job in finding internships and future employment opportunities for the MPA students. The diverse environment at the University of Georgia has truly enlightened me as an individual. I have gained experience working under great leadership and have been challenged by faculty in one of the best MPA programs in the country."

"I wish I had done my student teaching earlier than the second to my last quarter in my undergrad program. I hated it, and realized I wanted a more one-on-one experience with students rather than the large classroom interaction. I pursued a counseling and student affairs administration masters degree, which was the perfect fit for me. I chose to take two years to complete my masters degree so that I could take advantage of all the classes and practicum experiences offered. I LOVED my masters program - it was a two year experience of great personal and professional growth attributed to the faculty, administrators, and fellow masters and doctoral students. I was fortunate to graduate debt free since I had a G.R. Assistantship awarded through the housing department."