The staff of professors here is the number one reason to attend. Many of them are not only certified educators, but have had real world experience to back up what they are teaching. The Accounting professors were corporate accountants, the Management and Marketing professors worked for large companies such as Verizon and the Fashion professors worked side by side with the big names in the industry. If you want the real picture of what your future career choice will be like, Berkeley professors definitely will not disappoint.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
There is not very much to do at the campus itself. That being said, at the Westchester campus in White Plains, NY, there are tons of things to do within walking distance. There are two large shopping malls within a mile, a movie theater, restaurants, bars (for those of age) boutiques, salons etc.... The list is extensive. Not to mention the Metro-North train is a ten minute walk away and can get you to Grand Central Station in 35 minutes.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
As this is a private school, it is more expensive and it is sometimes difficult to find the funding you may get going to a public school. However, the staff of professors is incomparable to most other schools I've been told about and/or visited. The other staff, such as financial aid, admissions and advisement is a hit or miss with how you will be treated. However, I can say that there are more good people working here and working FOR the student than bad.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Visit the school first and see how you feel. It is not a typical college campus because the city of White Plains IS the campus. Be prepared to make a few trips to the school prior to the start of term because there are a lot of things that get left to the last minute or come up after you think you have covered all of your bases. Berkeley has a lot to offer if you seek it out so do not be shy and get to know the faculty, they will be more inclined to help you if they can put a name to your face.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Berkeley is great for any student looking for a smaller, more intimate feeling where staff know you by name and remember you. It's great for those who would like the feel of a small city with the option of easily traveling to the Big City at any given moment. There are a lot of employment opportunities in the area so if you are a student looking to work during your college years, Berkeley is a good choice.
The staff of professors here is the number one reason to attend. Many of them are not only certified educators, but have had real world experience to back up what they are teaching. The Accounting professors were corporate accountants, the Management and Marketing professors worked for large companies such as Verizon and the Fashion professors worked side by side with the big names in the industry. If you want the real picture of what your future career choice will be like, Berkeley professors definitely will not disappoint.
There is not very much to do at the campus itself. That being said, at the Westchester campus in White Plains, NY, there are tons of things to do within walking distance. There are two large shopping malls within a mile, a movie theater, restaurants, bars (for those of age) boutiques, salons etc.... The list is extensive. Not to mention the Metro-North train is a ten minute walk away and can get you to Grand Central Station in 35 minutes.
As this is a private school, it is more expensive and it is sometimes difficult to find the funding you may get going to a public school. However, the staff of professors is incomparable to most other schools I've been told about and/or visited. The other staff, such as financial aid, admissions and advisement is a hit or miss with how you will be treated. However, I can say that there are more good people working here and working FOR the student than bad.
Visit the school first and see how you feel. It is not a typical college campus because the city of White Plains IS the campus. Be prepared to make a few trips to the school prior to the start of term because there are a lot of things that get left to the last minute or come up after you think you have covered all of your bases. Berkeley has a lot to offer if you seek it out so do not be shy and get to know the faculty, they will be more inclined to help you if they can put a name to your face.
Berkeley is great for any student looking for a smaller, more intimate feeling where staff know you by name and remember you. It's great for those who would like the feel of a small city with the option of easily traveling to the Big City at any given moment. There are a lot of employment opportunities in the area so if you are a student looking to work during your college years, Berkeley is a good choice.