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Roberts Wesleyan University

Established in 1866, Roberts Wesleyan College is a private, Christ-centered institution established in the suburbs of Rochester, New York. The college is home to over 80 undergraduate and graduate programs, many of which can be completed through...

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I got to sit in a class to see how classes were run here and the professors know what they're talking about and they really care about their students.

” – Z from NY
Adelphi University

Adelphi University is a private university that calls Garden City, NY, home. On top of the main campus, AU also provides learning hubs in Manhattan, Hudson Valley, and Suffolk County, as well as online programs.The Princeton Review lists Adelphi...

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in the end, it is what you make of it. adelphi really tries hard to make students feel welcome. the parties are not crazy, but again, you can make them fun for you.

” – Thelma from New York, NY
SUNY College at Potsdam

Discover a life-changing education in the shadow of the Adirondacks. At SUNY Potsdam, you'll be inspired by an unconventional community of teachers and mentors who will encourage you to pursue your passions. You'll figure out pretty quickly that our...

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The professors here are exceedingly helpful. They are always available by phone or office hours and show concern for your grades. They even cordially invite you and other students to their houses for smores and pizza! It's a reassuring feeling to be...

” – Patricia from Stillwater, NY
University of Mount Saint Vincent

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is a Catholic liberal arts college in New York City. From its campus overlooking the Hudson River, the Mount offers undergrad degrees in over 70 academic programs...

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It is a wonderful school with great people who I know are forever friends. The school fosters education to its max as well as intergrating sports and socialization in. It is everything I dreamed a college to be.

” – Colleen from Manchester Center, VT
Nazareth University

Located on a 150-acre wooded campus, Nazareth College is a 4-year private school in western New York State. Nazareth confers bachelor’s degrees in over 60 academic majors featuring a general education curriculum linked to internships and career...

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The professors at Nazareth are great. However, to be a realist, you will always run into those professors that you feel just may not know quite as much as they make it seem. Although once in a great while this happens, all of the professors are open...

” – Alyson from Newark, NY
SUNY at Purchase College

SUNY at Purchase College is a 4-year public school in the New York City metro area and part of the State University of New York system. SUNY Purchase is home to schools of The Arts, Liberal Arts & Humanities, and Liberal Studies granting bachelor’s...

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This is a great college for anyone studying any of the Visual Arts. There are endless resources available.

” – Kara from Purchase, NY
SUNY at Fredonia

SUNY at Fredonia is a 4-year public liberal arts college in western New York State and part of the State University of New York system. Fredonia encompasses colleges of Liberal Arts, Education, Business, Music, and Performing Arts conferring...

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All the teachers make themselves available for the students 24/7. If they aren't in their office, they are always reachable by e-mail or phone. They have flexible schedules so if you can't meet with them during their office hours then they schedule a...

” – Amoree from Liverpool, NY
Long Island University

Named for breakfast cereal magnate C.W. Post, LIU Post is a private school on Long Island’s north shore and the largest campus of Long Island University. LIU Post grants bachelor’s degrees in over 50 academic majors. In addition, LIU Post is home to...

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LIU Post is an exquisite school equipped with a full recreational center, gourmet food, and a club for everybody. Like all schools the work is diifficult but there are upperclass tutors and teachers available to assist in any problems you may have. I...

” – Khadija from Brooklyn, NY
St. Thomas Aquinas College

St. Thomas Aquinas College is a private, 4-year institution located in Sparkill, New York. Students enrolled at St. Thomas have access to a wide variety of modern facilities, including an HD Television Studio, a video game lounge, and the Innovation...

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The classes at STAC are amazing, the teachers are very welcoming especially for a student who isn't even enrolled yet.

” – Anonymous
Wells College

Wells College is a coeducational 4-year liberal arts college located in the Finger Lakes region of New York State. Wells confers undergraduate degrees in a variety of academic majors and all classes feature hands-on learning components, including one...

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Since I came to Wells it has been a great ride. My classes have not been easy by a long shot. I have taken courses in International Studies, Politics, Philosophy, English and Science. The professors for the most part all have doctorates and...

” – Experienced
CUNY Lehman College

CUNY Lehman College is a public institution affiliated with the City University of New York system and based in the Bronx neighborhood of New York City. The school offers a comprehensive liberal arts curriculum. Lehman College is part of the College...

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This is a truly beautiful campus that somehow makes you think you are way out of the city. And...only a street away from the #4 Subway and 3 away from the D. It offers such a wide variety of programs and degrees: the arts, sciences, humanities...

” – Ahamed from Elmhurst, NY
Marymount Manhattan College

Marymount Manhattan College is a private institution located in New York, New York, that offers a liberal arts and sciences curriculum. Marymount features 30 majors, including its industry-noted performance program, in its three academic buildingers...

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Marymount Manhattan College is in an ideal location for students interested in all kinds of studies. The college is incredibly helpful in ensuring students get everything they need from tutoring to finding an internship in the city. The professors...

” – Brittany from Leonardo, NJ
SUNY Old Westbury

SUNY College at Old Westbury is a public liberal arts college on Long Island and part of State University of New York System. SUNY Old Westbury is home to colleges of Arts & Sciences, Business, Education, and Professional Studies offering...

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-Professors teach way differently from high school teachers.
-Professors tend to go at a quick pace, but as long as you do your work, you'll be fine.
-NEVER PROCRASTINATE!!

” – BHS
LIU Brooklyn

LIU Brooklyn is a 4-year private university in the New York City borough of Brooklyn and the original campus of Long Island University. LIU Brooklyn confers undergrad degrees in over 125 academic programs in liberal arts, business, fine arts, and...

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I was in the Global College of Long Island University, a school/program that is affiliated with Long Island University. At this school, students go to a different country every year -- the first year to Costa Rica, and the following years places like...

” – Jordyn from Denver, CO
American Musical and Dramatic Academy

Founded in 1964, the American Musical and Dramatic Academy is a conservatory of the performing arts in New York City. AMDA is the only such school to offer bachelor’s degrees and conservatory programs in Acting, Music Theatre, Dance Theatre, and...

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AMDA is a great school for performers of all types; acting, musical theater, or dancing. It's a small school and classes are small sized which is all the better for you due to many performance activities. AMDA students care about one another and the...

” – Haley from Los Angeles, CA
CUNY Bronx Community College

CUNY Bronx Community College is a public institution situated in University Heights. The school has an open admissions policy and administers the SUNY Bronx Educational Opportunity Center. BCC is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and the first community...

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Bronx Community College is a great option for a two year college, wide variety of mayors, mix ethnicity and very flexible hours schedule.

” – Rosa from Bronx, NY
Russell Sage College

The Sage Colleges is a three-college institution located in both Albany and Troy, New York. Students enrolled at The Sage Colleges can attend classes on two campuses in order to complete their degree with a high level of flexibility. The college...

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All of my professors so far have been wonderful. I have never learned so much in my life. They are all very knowledgeable and are willing to meet with you after class hours if you need more help. They are always available to help you understand the...

” – Drew from Catskill, NY
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Niagara County Community College is a 2-year community college in western New York State and part of the State University of New York system. NCCC confers associate degrees in over 60 academic fields of study. Additionally, the college makes 10...

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Great place to start a degree program, and get the general education requirements out of the way.
It is very economical to attend and the instruction is high quality.
There are also plenty of majors to choose from.

” – Samantha from Lockport, NY
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The American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New York was founded in 1884 and is the oldest acting school in the nation. The private academy is a nonprofit and located in the Manhattan borough of New York City. AADA offers an Associate’s of Occupational...

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I attended the Summer Program in 2010.

” – Valentina from Peru
CUNY Medgar Evers College

Named after the famed civil rights activist, Medgar Evers College is a senior college of the City University of New York system in Brooklyn. Medgar Evers encompasses schools of Business, Education, Professional Development, Liberal Arts, and Science...

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i would rate my college a 10 . the reason is that the campus provides help to their students. and getting information to improve oneself. the staff and the environment is satisfactory to my knowledge. the professor goes in great depth in educating...

” – Revati from OZONE PARK, NY