Penn State University Park provides students with a "quality education" through "highly regarded programs across a wide range of academic colleges." These programs include the "prestigious undergrad business school" Smeal, standout engineering and education majors, and Schreyer Honors College, which participants call "the finest honors program in the nation." Undergraduates note that due to Penn State's size, "classes freshman year are mostly lectures," which new students may find intimidating. But "even in lectures with hundreds of students, many professors still make an effort to get to know their class and have plenty of office hours to make themselves more accessible." As students advance in their studies and complete more General Education and major requirements, they find that their academic experience becomes more individualized. One student shares, "As I have gotten into my majors, my classes are down to about 15 to 40 people and there are a lot more discussions. I know all of my professors personally now." Students often describe the academics as "rigorous" and "competitive" but not overwhelming. Here, "professors will challenge you, but it's nothing that a hard-working student can't handle." The school's career services and strong alumni network help many graduating seniors find jobs, with one student exclaiming, "The Penn State networking web is incredible!" Additionally, its prime "location, within driving distance to Philadelphia, Washington, and New York," provides valuable opportunities for internships and employment.