University of Montevallo Top Questions

What's unique about your campus?

Lindsey

I consider the best thing about Montevallo to be the whole atmosphere. Everywhere you go, whether it be the caf, the quad, or class, there are always kind people. It's not hard to find where you fit in; it's not hard to find friends that will support you, love and care for you, and accept you for who you are. Professors are always willing to help you. If you're struggling in their class, you don't have to be afraid to tell them. Literally everywhere you go, you'll find some of the kindest of people.

Shaina

If you were to ask someone if they liked to eat the same thing every single day, they would likely say no. If you then asked them if they liked to do the same exact things every single day, they would likely say no again. Humans naturally enjoy a variety in the things that they associate themselves with--education is no exception. That is why my favorite thing about The University of Montevallo is the variety of courses available to us students. The university gives the student a plethora of classes to choose from that fit each student's needs.

Aubrae

The relationships I have with my teachers is absolutely amazing. They're really great friends of mine, and let me use them as references on job applications, and have even asked me to house/babysit for them.

Emily

The faculty want their students to succeed and that is very obvious. I have yet to come across a staff person that has not done whatever possible to help make my time at UM extraordinary and totally worth it. I was blown away by how helpful and caring each staff member that I encountered was. Another fantastic thing about UM is that the classes are small. The teacher remembers who you are and, therefore, tries harder to help you achieve success. As someone who was raised in a small private school, this was important to me.

Laken

I consider UM'S campus in general to be the best thing. It's a small, private school of arts which has a lot of history. I think the campus is beautiful, from its brick sidewalks and landscape, to the old buildings and history they represent. I started college off at a community college, but transferred to the University of Montevallo after my second year of college. I fell in love right away, however, I was a bit more intimidated because it was a University and the class sizes were much larger than those at my community college.

Thuong

The best thing about my school, in my opinion, is the size of it. From most campuses, an average class has at leat 30-40 students. For someone who has always been in smaller class settings, it was extremely hard for me to get used to the idea of being in an auditorium for classes. When I visited Montevallo, I saw that the classes were small! They were about 15-20 students on average. This setting suit me best because it allows for more personal time with the professor to gain more knowledge on materials I don't quite understand.

Eboni

The best thing about the University of Montevallo is the academic support that the school provides. There are different opportunities for tutoring around campus such as the Learning and Enrichment Center as well as the writing center. The tutoting organizations are free of charge to all students attending the university. The professors are also willing to work out dates within their schedule in case the students need extra help.

Illyssa

The best thing about the University of Montevallo is the open atmosphere. Every person on the campus is welcoming, kind, and courteous. The faculty only have your best interest in mind, while the students all realise that we're here for the same thing. Montevallo is the most warm-hearted, accepting place where you feel like you can be your best self.

Patti

The diversity of students and the faculty, most all hold a phd- they care about their students!

Alexis

Everyone is so down to earth and genuinely nice. Being a small campus, everyone pretty much knows eachother, or atleast of eachother. With that being said, I love how accepting people on this campous are! :)

henry

its a game

Heather

The school is wonderful! It's small, and everyone knows everyone! The classrooms are about the size of your high school classroom! The whole Spirit of Montevallo is just amazing!

Daniel

The best thing about my school is the environment. Everyone is so friendly and you can have a casual conversation with just about anyone on campus.

Whitney

The best thing i consider about my school is the all around support you get from the faculty and staff. They are there to help you suceed academically, socially, and job wise. I think that they do a very good job of doing that.

Amber

One of the many wonderful things about the University of Montevallo is the teachers. I am a Choral Music Education major so I spend a lot of time in the music department. All of my professors have doctorate degrees. One of my voice teachers travels all over the world singing in operatic shows. One of my music teachers is a world renown composer. Two more music professors are a part of the Alabama Symphony Orchestra. All of the teachers here are experts in their feild and I consider it a huge honor to be taught by them.

Karla

The environment is a slower pace environment -which is perfect for the transition from high school to college. Its not ideal for transfers from a slightly bigger college or 2 or more years transfer student.

Andrew

I consider the best thing about my school the athletics. The athletics brings the entire campus together as one whole, especially during the homecoming week activities and intramural games that the campus holds.

Kadejia

The best thing about my school it the size. Montevallo isn't a very big area and neither is the school. Most of the classes are all in walking distance. Because the campus is small, you meet more people, and make new friends. The teacher to student ratio is great because it allows me to have those one-on-one conversations with my professors.

Katherine

The best thing about my school is that everyone is friendly and willing to help you with whatever you may need while attending at this school. The faculty, staff, and students are all working together to be a cohesive little community that takes care of one another. Everyone seems to really care, and you are not just a number. You are a person.

LaGracia

My school is very open. I love the professor's and the small class sizes!

Jacqueline

Overall, the best thing about Montevallo is the people--there are so many amazing people to talk to, experience good and bad classes, and make memories with! We all really come together to participate in campus activities, organize study groups, and network across all levels of ethnicity, gender, orientation, and grade. We are such an interesting conglomeration of people from many different backgrounds, which lends to new experiences that otherwise I would not have. I believe that this campus has the best group of students out of any college!

Maegan

The mood the environment creates. Everyone surrounding you is open-minded and free willed and it is very inviting for everyone. I feel it is a place where you could open up and share all of your insecutirites and know you will never be judged. Montevallo feels like it's own little free of judgement bubble, outside from the rest of the world.

Bailie

My school is very diverse and accepting in all things. It has a supporting environment for all endevors you wish to persue within it's major's list. The teachers are all well trained and take time to give individual attention to each student. Why are these the best things? Because they set the stage for excelence not only in a 4 year college but far beyond as well.

Talerie

The best thing would be the instructors. They are there when you need them. You can call on them just about any time of the day for help.

Rachel

The best thing about The University of Montevallo is the class size. I attented The University of Alabama for a year and a half but the classes were so large and everyone sat somewhere different everyday, that I ended up making hardly any friends in the class. Also, it was almost impossible to have one on one time with the teacher. Montevallo is the total opposite. It is perfect and very easy to make new friends and get classroom help.

Chelsea

The University of Montevallo has this magnificent homecoming tradition called College Night. The school divides into two sides, Purples and Golds, and has a series of athletic and theatrical competitions. Only one side is the technical victor, but both sides feel victorious in personal relationships and learning. I recently experienced my first college night, and I was so moved by the team spirit I witnessed. There really is nothing like it. It's a great way for students to get involved in their school and form new friendships, as well as an opportunity for learning.

Artemus

The school spirit, the size of the campus, and the friends i have made.

Courtney

I consider the fact that my school is diverse the best thing about it. Before I came here, I was from a small twon where everyone was judged based on appearance. Coming here taught me that it's not what you look like, your race, or your sexual prefferance that shows who you truly are. I would have never learned to be accepting of people without going to a very diverse college.

Holly

I love that my school is willing to help students in a personal one-on-one basis.

Katie

The diversity, school spirit, small class sizes, friendliness and helpfulness of staff and students

steven

The Medical benefits. From the free clinic on-campus to the free therapy, CSU - Pueblo provides plenty of medical bnefits for their students.

Richard

It's a small school with small class sizes. Most of my classes have around twenty students. It's nice that the teachers know my name and remember my work. If I have problems, they're very accessible and friendly.

Emily

The small class sizes are definatily the best thing. Having classes with only fifteen to thirty other students allows you to really get to know your professors and gives them the oppertunity to know your learning style so they can help you excel.

Rebecca

The best thing about the University of Montevallo is the relationships between professors and students. The professors make it a point to know who each of their students are by name. The professors are constantly encouraging and helping their students succeed in the course. For myself, this is very important being a student -athlete. My professors have always worked with me in attempt to make my education just as successful as the other students. They want me to succeed and reach my potential.