Century College
White Bear Lake, MN, USA

Reviews

Century College

Patience from New Brighton, MN

researching this school
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Will learn a lot
i really want to go to this school, but I'm still researching it. i think its a great school and i will learn a lot from it.
Tips for prospective students
i think at this school you have to work hard and always be focused on what you are doing.
Great for these types of students
This school is great for people that are trying to save money for the first two year of their career. From what i have read, it states that it'll always be there for you.

Maivtiaj from Saint Paul, MN

a current student here
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In three sentences
Flexible classes and great teachers at Century College. Century is a great school and really close to home. This is where my dream will start to come true.
Tips for prospective students
This school won't make you regret.
Academic Rigor
Great place to learn.
Dorm Life
Close by apartments but no dorms.
Food and Dining
Great cafe inside the school when you're hungry.
What to do for fun
There's computer lab, cafeteria lounge to hang out, remodel, and great lace to be at.
Bang for the buck
Tuitions isn't as bad at private school.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Great people to go to school with and to learn with. All kinds of students from everywhere.
Great for these types of students
Accounting major. Nursing, Radiological Tech, and 2 years transferring students will love it here.
Clubs and Activities
Tons of different kind of clubs you can join and meet new people.
Campus Safety
There's security guards strolling on the campus constantly.

Ashlie from Saint Paul, MN

a current student here
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In three sentences
Century has been a great school to continue my education. It has given me more options on classes to take for my associates in the arts degree. I would strongly recommend Century to friends or family who wanted to continue their education.
Tips for prospective students
Take full advantage of the writing, math, and tutoring centers.
Academic Rigor
The teachers are great at making you think outside the box and beyond the lecture.
Dorm Life
I don't know I don't live in the dorms. I have heard people enjoy them.
Food and Dining
I personally enjoy the food in the cafeteria because there is such a variety to choose from.
What to do for fun
Students can hang out in the nest or check out sports equipment. If they don't want to play themselves they can watch the schools sports team.

Austin from Forest Lake, MN

a current student here
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In three sentences
Century College is a wonderful place to start your post-secondary education. The teachers are very helpful and knowledgeable and they will make time to help you if necessary. Century is not a monetarily rich college, but the true richness lies in the community and the people within.
Tips for prospective students
Use ratemyprofessor.com to get an idea of what professors will best fit your personality. Get proficient at writing papers and taking tests, these will be the most valuable skills you can have in any college.
Academic Rigor
For the most part, Century College stays consistent in their academic's and there are little to no double standards. Some teachers teach differently, but you will find that anywhere and that diversity is really the joy of a school like Century.
Dorm Life
I have never lived in the dorms, but have heard good things about the Century College student housing across the street.
Food and Dining
Jose in the cafeteria is one of the nicest people I have ever met and the food he serves is fresh and very tasty, albeit a bit pricey. There aren't any fast-food restaurants on campus, but the area has plenty of options for food with a nearby mall and many local restaurant options.

kristin from Forest Lake, MN

a current student here
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In three sentences
I would rate Century a solid 9 out of ten. The staff and volunteers have been very helpful in my return to school after many years of being in the workplace. I love my professors and the flexibility of class options.
Tips for prospective students
Have a drive toward a goal. There are a lot of people at this school that want to see you succeed and will help you obtain the right tools to do it!
Academic Rigor
You will feel challenged but not overwhelmed. Ask for help if you need it.
Dorm Life
I live off-campus.
Food and Dining
There is a cafe with a variety of choices and several vending machines peppered thoughout the campus for quick snacking options.
What to do for fun
There are a huge handful of extracurricular activities to choose from.
Bang for the buck
Excellent.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Mascot is... The Woodduck!
Great for these types of students
Great for the experienced (older) population for going back to school, or folks who have to work. There is a whole bunch of classes to take online or blended with in class learning as well.
Clubs and Activities
Many to choose from. Seek what you are into... They will have at least one you will like!
Greek Life
not so much...
Campus Safety
Never felt anything but safe, even at my night classes

Dylan from Glenville, MN

a current student here
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In three sentences
This is a very diverse college and it is a little more challenging than your run of the mill community college. If you are preparing to transfer to a university, this college is great because of the more challenging aspect and it gets in a great area around quite a few great universities.
Academic Rigor
The classes have a more university type feel, so they are a bit more challenging than you would expect to get from a community college. Most of the professors are very friendly and helpful, of course you have the few that seem a little burnt out, but you get that at almost every college. Overall its a challenging environment, but gets you up to speed with what you would expect from a university.
Food and Dining
The food on campus is pretty good; extremely over priced for the quality, unfortunately. The one cafeteria area has a decent amount of healthy drinks, but i can't imagine the food is the number one choice of what you would want to nutrition your body with. There are little caribou coffee vendors across the campus that sell food too, however once again it is over priced.
Bang for the buck
This college is very cheap and well worth the price tag.
Great for these types of students
This college is great for students who plan on transferring to a university and want to build a solid foundation in the Minnesota area.
Clubs and Activities
You are extremely close to the city of St. Paul and there are in-numerous activities around, outside of the college. In college they have quite a few clubs that vary from Yu-Gi-Oh card gaming to Skiing and everything in between. The intramural sports are ok, they don't have as many available as I would like, but volleyball and basketball are both very fun.
Campus Safety
Very safe college, the classes are small and everyone knows each other in each class, after a while. Security is not an issue, but always remember to lock your cars.

Benjamin from Maplewood, MN

a current student here
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Am learning a lot
Many of these classes have small managable class sizes. The teachers are also willing and eager to help.
Am enjoying being here
There are many clubs and activities that take place often within the college and the facilities available to students such as the writing lab and computer lab and such are amazing! Staff is willing to help and capable as well.
Bang for the buck
Tuition is also fairly managable in comparison to other colleges.
Tips for prospective students
Apply early to get in before classes fill up.
Great for these types of students
People who want to achieve their AA degree or a degree in the technical area such as dentistry or automotive, for a cheaper price then most colleges.