University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Really great university all around. The professors (majority of them) seem caring, informative, and willing to go out of their way to help you. Don’t have any complaints about any of the departments – admin/​records, tech support, student aid, registrar all seem to function efficiently and keep on top of things. Tuition and parking is also fair too. I’ve heard some complaints about parking, but don’t really see the problem – no matter what time of day I’ve parked or what season I’ve found a space (obviously during finals week and such the walk will be a little further). Also, down the street on Austin Bluffs (near four corners) there is good access to some restaurants and cheap eats like Which Wich, Gelato, and Costco food court.
A couple of high points:
1. The view is spectacular, like none other. I doubt there is a university view that could top a 180 panorama of the mountains.
2. The students are diverse and friendly.
3. The new recreation center is great, and they are expanding. Especially nice was the indoor pool (up to 15 or so feet deep), and the spa with a view of the mountains.
4. The bookstore – great selection, great products. Always liked browsing around when I was getting my texts each semester.
Signed,
A Proud Alumni

The most obvious positive is the great location. It is so beautiful and the campus does a great job of blending in with the natural landscape and not conflicting with it. The faculty is a bit overstretched because their student body has grown so quickly but they still go above and beyond to be available for students. The staff is friendly and the activities have gotten much better than they were. There are brand new dorms, parking, and newly renovated dining facilities and state of the art rec center. They are doing their best to increase class options and time availability.
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Beautiful campus with a great view of the mountains.

Love all the new construction! Place looks amazing!

I greatly enjoyed getting my Bachelor’s degree at UCCS. Although the school is overall a middling regional school, I felt that the «third-​tier» education (as some might perceive it) was coupled with top-​tier faculty. I almost always had involved professors who cared as much about teaching as their own research.
I was a commuter, so I can’t testify to what it’s like to live on campus… but I had fun and feel completely prepared for graduate school or joining the workforce. Despite the horror stories I’d heard, in my experience the administration was efficient, helpful and personable… at least by university standards ;-)
The school is expanding quickly both in physical and national prominence. I expect it to continue to grow in it’s reputation and prestige. I’m proud I went there! Go Mountain Lions!