"A lot of the professors in my department are considered specialists in their field, so I know that I am being taught by people who are not only known within the university but also on a national scale. You feel good when you are doing a research project and you come across articles written by your professors that other people think are 'great works.'"

"It has one of the cheapest tuition rates of all the provinces. Very good on the pocketbook."

"St. John's provides the perfect mix of urban life and the feeling of being in middle of nowhere."

"Newfoundland is beautiful and so are its people. I am not from the island myself and I love going to school here."

"Everyone seems to know everyone else, people are friendly, and the university and surrounding community is very safe."

"The faculty is always there to help you. Most of my profs give their home numbers so you can reach them whenever."

"Memorial University has a very convenient tunnel system. They are really appreciated in the winter months when cold and snow make it hard to get to classes."

"Many professors, especially in math, are not native English speakers, which sometimes makes it difficult to understand them."

"The campus is covered in help centres, designed to give students a little extra help in understanding course material or to go over quizzes and assignments."

"The medical services need to be expanded. It is impossible to get an appointment unless you call a week in advance."