Kapookriti3's Review on Chandigarh University, [CU] Chandigarh

Chandigarh University offers Academic Training and Learning under renowned economists and academicians from Industry and Research Institutes

There is a Dedicated department: Department of Career Development and Planning (DCPD) to look after internships and placements of students.DCPD organizes Mock PI to prepare students well in advance for interviews.

CU has Tied up with Aspiring Minds and therefore they also organize AMCAT Mock AI and aptitude tests for students to enhance their skills.

CU has quite a large no. of hostels for both boys and girls. Hostel fee is Rs.86,000/yr which can also be paid on semester basis i.e. Rs.50,000 and Rs.36,000 in 1st sem and 2nd sem respectively. 

PGs are also available in the vicinity of the campus. (Paid) The bus facility is also available for day scholars.

Mess food is very healthy and hygenic. Day scholars can also have lunch in the mess for just Rs.50/ person.

There are a variety of food corners in the campus: Food Court, Canteen, cafes and other shops which servers delicious food and have no. of options.

Infrastructure is well maintained, clean, and green. There are no. of parks where students can relax in their free time.

Classrooms are very spacious and lighted. Labs have AC facilities and comfortable chairs.

Library holds a sufficient number of good books. 

Open Wifi is available for students outside the academics block and LAN facilities and wi-fi facilities are available for the students living in hostels.

Chandigarh University is NAAC A+ Grade accredited university. As per the eligibility criteria, 10+2 examination with Maths/Computer Science & Economics as compulsory subjects at least 50% marks (45% in case of SC/ST category) conducted by recognized board or its equivalent examination.

The student have to give CUCET, a common entrance exam for all courses. 

 Chandigarh University has set the best schedule for class timings. The classes are scheduled at 9:30 am in the morning till 4:30 pm in the evening. 

• Flexible Choice Based Academic Model with wide choice of Elective subjects to choose from that can be tailored to the specific interests and needs of the student.
• Case-study and practical oriented classroom training.
• Course Curriculum designed on the pattern of premier institutes London School of Economics, Harvard University and IIM’s.
• Regular Visits to Financial Institutions to enhance Experiential Learning.
• Academic Training and Learning under renowned economists and academicians from Industry and Research Institutes.
• Choice to Study Abroad under Semester Aboard in 230+ top notch International Universities of USA, Canada, Australia, UK & 20 other countries.
• Entrepreneurship training module as an integral part of the academic set-up.
• Chandigarh University has well-qualified faculty. Faculty at CU have both industry and teaching experiences. Teachers here have industry experience of min. 5 to 6 yrs and most of the faculty are Doctorates. They are very supportive and guides students at each and every phase of their life in college. Teachers help students with academics as well as other activities taking place in the college.

• Chandigarh University has given me Both practical and theoretical knowledge which has enhanced my professional and personal skills both. CU has helped me to become industry ready.

Chandigarh University, [CU] Chandigarh Fee Structure. The fee for my course is Rs 30,000 per semester.

Examination Fee: Rs. 2000/-

Security: Rs. 2000/-

Hostel fee is Rs.86,000/yr which can also be paid on semester basis i.e. Rs.50,000 and Rs.36,000 in 1st sem and 2nd sem respectively. 

• There are no. of scholarships which students studying at CU can avail:
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1. Chandigarh University Common Entrance Test (CUCET)
2. Merit-Based Scholarships For Academic Session
3. Scholarship Scheme For Wards Of Defence Personnel Armed Forces Educational Welfare Scheme (Afews)
4. Sports Based Scholarships/Freeships
5. Other Important Scholarship Schemes
6. COVID Warriors Scholarship (NEW*)

•  The number of students studying at CU avail the benefits of scholarship whether it is merit-based, sports-based, or scholarship offered to ward of an Army personnel.  Many students who give CUCET Entrance test get the benefit of scholarship.
• As the course fee is very less as compared to the other colleges, there is hardly the need of taking loans.

Chandigarh University Gives equal importance to sports and extra co-curricular activities. Chandigarh University supports many social clubs and organizations. 

CU has NATIONAL SERVICES SCHEME (NSS) for students which motivate the youth to do good to society by organizing various awareness camps, donation drives, cleanliness drives, and rallies in the nearby villages. 

CU also has NATIONAL CADET CAMP(NCC)  in the university for the students.

Apart from this there are numerous events that keep on going every month in the university. Some main fests and events that are held every year are:

1. CU AIU FEST
2. CU FEST
3. TASHAN NIGHTS
4. TECH FEST 
5. CU YOUTH PARLIAMENT
6. CUMUN
7. AAGHAZ (Freshers party)

and many more. 

CU  supports its students in every field and in sports, many students of CU have won medals at the national level in various sports.

Overall Life@CU is enriched by Ethnic and cultural diversity.