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Academics

Case Western Reserve University is a nationally recognized research university offering a "hands-on interface between curriculum and real-world situations." It is also a "very interdisciplinary school that encourages multiple majors/minors" and, to that end, offers "research opportunities in very different fields, various opportunities for publications and conference presentations, [and] experiential evidence-based learning strategies." Case has particularly strong engineering and medical programs, and "the academics and education provided by CWRU are excellent and intensive, which draws attention from employers." Students also note that "the SOURCE office is extremely helpful in finding research offices, and most hospitals are open to students getting involved in volunteering and research."

Classes tap into a variety of teaching methods, including "recitation sections, where students ask questions and work through practice problems in small group settings...and are a way of connecting with peers," and "reverse lectures where you watch lectures on your study time and then go to the lecture time for questions." One student gives an example from their intro engineering course's labs, which "involve working in groups of 4 to design prototypes for problems involving different types of engineering, such [as] designing a set of wheel-legs...for a robotic car to help it traverse obstacles." The professors at CWRU are "extremely enthusiastic about the material they are teaching, which goes a long way to making the class engaging." As one student notes, "the amount of professors at CWRU that are incredibly knowledgeable, passionate, and excited to teach is far greater than the number that are not." In addition, "For introductory classes, additional resources like teaching assistants, supplemental instructors, and tutors are easily accessible and helpful." Another student says, "Overall, this school and the professors have fostered my passions and are what led me to end up pursuing medicine as a career."

Student Body

Students at Case are described as the sort of overachiever who is "probably minoring in like 2-3 different things if not double majoring already because just having your major isn't enough." Luckily, this is a "very supportive environment of peers pushing each other to be their best," and that "is what makes the experience enjoyable." Additionally, the size of the school makes it so "the student body as a whole is very connected within themselves and it's impossible to go a day without seeing someone you know on campus." Attendees also speak toward the school's diversity, in that "you will meet people of lots of different backgrounds and countries," all of whom bring "the best of their cultures and [aren't] afraid to express themselves." This active "community really motivates others to work hard for their professional goals," and provides not only "a lot of ways to relax and have fun, but plenty of people to study with as well."

Campus Life

Case students "find a lot of meaning outside of the classroom," and "everyone is in at least one club but often more, [and] many people are working or are in a research lab." As some students note, since "everyone is so intensely busy, most socializing happens either during extracurriculars or at weekend parties." In addition, the student board provides activities such as "trips to New York on breaks, food tours around the city, and many fun giveaways." Many students "are also part of varsity sports or intramural sports. Our school's ultimate frisbee team is quite competitive." As for getting off campus, the school is located in Cleveland's booming Arts District, and students say that "going to the CMA [Cleveland Museum of Art], MOCA [Museum of Contemporary Art], the Botanical Garden, and History Museum are huge." They also like "to eat out at the various restaurants throughout Cleveland and go out to areas such as Little Italy, Ohio City, and the Flats." Between the city and the "myriad of clubs and organizations on campus," students express that "there is truly a place that everybody belongs."

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Contact & Visit

Campus Visits Contact

Contact
Office of Undergraduate Admission

Address
Office of Undergraduate Admission
10900 Euclid Ave
Cleveland, OH 441067055

Phone
2163684450

Email
visit@case.edu

Experience College Life

Most Popular Places On Campus
Kelvin Smith Library
Thwing Center
Jolly Scholar
Starbucks
Biomedical Research Building Dining Commons
Wyant Athletic Center

Most Popular Places Off Campus
Uptown at University Circle
East 4th Street (Downtown Cleveland)
West 6th Street (Downtown Cleveland)
West Side Market
Little Italy
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is also noted as a high-ranking attraction among CWRU students. In terms of neighborhoods, Coventry and Little Italy are favorites of CWRU students.

Campus Tours

Campus Visiting Center
Monday-Friday and selected Saturdays
8:30am-5pm
2163684450

Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: M-F 10-12:15, 2-4:15pm; Select Sat 9-11:15am, 10am-12:15pm; Select Sun 1:00-3:15pm
Average Length: 2 hours

On Campus Interview

Campus Interviews
Yes

Information Sessions
Available

Times
Mon-Fri, academic year

Faculty and Coach Visits

Dates/Times Available
Academic Year

Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

Advance Notice
2 weeks

Contact Email Address for Visit
visit@case.edu

Class Visits

Dates/Times Available
Academic Year

Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

Overnight Dorm Stays

Overnight Dorm Stays
Available

Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

Limitations
Available when classes are in session

Transportation

Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Cleveland Hopkins Airport is the closest to the university. To get to the campus, take the Regional Transit Authority (RTA) Rapid Transit from the airport terminal to University Circle; the ride takes approximately 40 minutes and is very cheap. Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited provides service to Cleveland via Toledo, Erie, and Buffalo, connecting from those cities to many other locations throughout the country. Greyhound buses also provide service to Cleveland. The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) offers extensive and economical bus and rail service throughout the metropolitan area.

Driving Instructions to Campus
From Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and the south via Interstate 71 or Interstate 77: Proceed north until I-71 (or I-77) merges with Interstate 90. Take I-90 east, then exit at Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Proceed south for about a mile to the East 105th Street traffic light; cross East 105th and turn left onto East Boulevard. Take a slight left onto Ford Drive and then turn left onto Bellflower Road. Wolstein Hall is on the right. From the east, via Interstate 90: Exit at Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Proceed south for about a mile to the East 105th traffic light; cross East 105th and turn left onto East Boulevard. Take a slight left onto Ford Drive and then left onto Bellflower Road. Wolstein Hall is on the right. From the east, via Interstate 80 (Ohio Turnpike - From Eastern Ohio and Pennsylvania): Take exit 187 and proceed north on Interstate 480, which merges with Interstate 271. Exit I-271 at Cedar Road and follow it westbound toward Cleveland. Where Cedar Road starts down a steep hill and lane-switching lights hang overhead, look for a sign identifying Case Western Reserve University at the corner of Murray Hill Road (the first light near the bottom of the hill). Turn right onto Murray Hill, then bear left at the traffic light and turn left onto Adelbert Road at the three-way stop on the other side of the bridge. Turn right onto Euclid Avenue, left onto Ford Drive and then right onto Bellflower Road. Wolstein Hall is on the right. Alternate route through downtown Cleveland: Any of the above directions can be altered if desired by taking route 90 into downtown Cleveland and exiting on Chester Avenue. Head east on Chester Avenue and turn left onto East 105th Street. Turn right onto Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and then left onto East Boulevard. Turn slight left onto Ford Drive then left onto Bellflower Road. Wolstein Hall is on the right.

Local Accommodations
A particular favorite is Glidden House (1901 Ford Dr.; 216-231-8900; www.gliddenhouse.com), a large, Gothic-style bed and breakfast within walking distance of campus. Prices are moderate, and a special rate is available for Case Western Reserve visitors. Also in the neighborhood is the Washington Place Bistro & Inn (2203 Cornell Rd.; 216-791-6500; www.washingtonplacelittleitaly.com). Somewhat smaller than Glidden House, this converted mansion is within walking distance of the school. Other options for visitors to the university include the Courtyard Cleveland University Circle (2021 Cornell Rd.; 216-791-5678; www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/clece-courtyard-cleveland-university-circle), the Doubletree by Hilton - Tudor Arms (10660 Carnegie Ave.; 216-455-1260; doubletree3.hilton.com/en/hotels/ohio/the-tudor-arms-hotel-cleveland-a-doubletree-by-hilton-CLEUCDT/index.html), the InterContinental Suites Hotel (8800 Euclid Ave.; 216-707-4100; www.ihg.com/intercontinental/hotels/gb/en/cleveland/clehb/hoteldetail), and the Holiday Inn (8650 Euclid Ave.; 216-707-4200 https://www.holidayinn.com/hotels/us/en/cleveland/cleea/hoteldetail) all near the campus. Special rates for Case Western Reserve visitors are available. To get to campus, you can walk or take the convenient loop bus across the street from the hotel. Hotel parking charges vary.
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