Fullerton, CA
California State University-Fullerton

Cal State Fullerton is a commuter school college. A place with often times, welcoming and kind professors. Socially, many students come to campus for class, and leave right after, thus, providing little to no "social college life experience". This school is great for coming and going, but not for the entire "college experience".

It’s a great value school. The tuition is cheap and the campus is safe. Food is average and there is a lot of diversity at the school. People aren’t very politically charged at this school so you won’t find crazy protests occurring at the school or near it.

PROS: The student to faculty ratio is amazing--most of my classes have about 25 people, and the largest lecture hall only has 100 seats. The campus is very clean and accessible, even after hours, and faculty are always reachable during office hours. CONS: General Education units can get tedious. The campus is a big commuter school so it's dead on weekends.

Since it's my first year being at Cal State Fullerton, I honestly enjoy the campus a lot. I have met new people, specifically those older by a year or two and they would tell me that they love the school. To me, it almost feels like high school all over again because of so much classroom changes. I like to admire what's around me during my 15 minute break to get to my next class. Almost a home feeling, even if I'm currently not staying on campus, but it's an area that i could trust to be surrounded by for the next 4 years i have there.

It is a great school. I am in my senior year and have been taking online courses. The teachers are helpful and the courses have been very interesting. I am eager to get my Bachelors Degree and then move onto my Grad School. If I were to go back in time and decide which school I would go to to get my degree, I would still choose Cal State Fullerton.

My overall opinion of California State University-Fullerton is mostly negative. Not many students socialize and it's really difficult to meet new people. Joining a club or organization is overwhelming and confusing. I've had a good experience with professors, they are helpful and supportive. However, I wish an advisor knew me by name and could guide me to my career. I haven't had the most positive experience with counselors. A lot of the buildings are old and the lighting doesn't make me feel comfortable. I fear walking to my car before 8:30am and after 5:00pm. However, I'm proud to say steps are being taken to improve these concerns.

The campus environment is welcoming and diverse. Professors are passionate about their courses and subject matter and are always available to help. The food on campus is expensive, the parking permit is expensive, and if you receive a ticket it's expensive.

California State University is a beautiful school! The walk to campus may be long, but the scenic view is beautiful. The Staff here are all incredibly kind, to the gardeners, to the professors, to those who work in the countless office departments we have here at Cal State Fullerton, everyone has been nothing but kind and make learning fun.

Parking situation = a living Nightmare (10,000 spots for 40,000 students) On-campus food = terrible options and few locations Library = always packed Many buildings are in sore need of an update, makes you wonder where the tuition of 40,000 students goes. Too many students packed into too small a campus. Educationally, it's decent enough to do your undergrad here. Just decent. Middle of the road. Barely. Most students are going to choose this school just because it's close to their parent's house or because it's cheaper than the dream school they got into but couldn't afford. Commuter campus, but without the sufficient parking of a commuter campus. Going here is fine, but just that, fine, not exceptional or above average. Across the board just barely good enough.

I knew right away when I first stepped onto their campus months ago it was the school for me. Now, in the sixth week of classes, the school has yet to disappoint. The class sizes are not overwhelming and the professors and friendly and helpful when asked for help. The campus has plenty of things to keep you busy for hours without getting bored and the overall atmosphere is welcoming and enjoyable.