Definitely everything you would expect from a CUNY college placed in Manhattan. The experience you'll get out of a class is highly dependent on the professor you choose, since they all teach their classes differently but so far I haven't had a bad experience. Although their student services are pretty slow and annoying at times, especially their mail which arrives at your house weeks from when it was first written, it's kind of expected.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Do all of your paperwork much, much earlier than you expect to, or pick days that you know people won't be actually attending the college such as during spring break or on a holiday where the school is still open because the lines for offices like Financial Aid just aren't worth it.
Definitely invest in a laptop because some professors go too fast for you to keep up in writing. And I've encountered some that base all of their tests solely on your notes and not at all on the books.
Try and look up information about the professor before deciding on your classes since their teaching styles will dramatically affect how the course goes (especially since some of them don't even give traditional finals).
Apply early to your classes, especially if you want to take them in the afternoon. The competition for spots in popular courses is brutal... Some students were even caught using programs that automatically apply for them so they could reserve their spot. If you can't apply early, then I hope you're a morning person.
I wouldn't apply for more than 4 classes a semester with the workload some of the professors provide you, especially if you intend on having a social life.
Always rent your books, never buy because even though the professor may say you'll need it for the course, in my experience it's rare that the book is so fundamental to the class that it's worth buying.
If you live outside of the city, or far from the school, definitely try and get used to trains. Driving your car is not an option with the parking problems, and the traffic makes taxis almost obsolete.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
The classes so far have definitely been more challenging than I'm used to, and sometimes in different ways (Not just the typical write me a 5 page essay sort of deal.)
Describe the food and dining at your college.
If you're a lover of Asian food, like myself, you'll find plenty of options right outside of the college. Right across from the campus are Korean, Chinese, Japanese, and Thai restaurants, and even a mexican grill that I go to often.
Although there's a Starbucks in the college itself, there's also one across the street.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
It's definitely one of the best experiences I've had with a college given it's tuition rate. Although I would love for the paperwork stuff to go smoother, you're just never going to have a totally bumpfree experience with a community college.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
I would say it appeals to all, especially given the huge amount of foreign transfer students. Life will be much easier on you if you're going for business, though, since that's the school's main focus. Also, speak fluent English. I can't imagine how hard the classes would be if you didn't speak English well enough.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
All kinds, for all different religions and sports enthusiasts, and even gender specific like Women in Business.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Many security guards everywhere. Haven't heard of a single problem happening here in my time attending.
Definitely everything you would expect from a CUNY college placed in Manhattan. The experience you'll get out of a class is highly dependent on the professor you choose, since they all teach their classes differently but so far I haven't had a bad experience. Although their student services are pretty slow and annoying at times, especially their mail which arrives at your house weeks from when it was first written, it's kind of expected.
Do all of your paperwork much, much earlier than you expect to, or pick days that you know people won't be actually attending the college such as during spring break or on a holiday where the school is still open because the lines for offices like Financial Aid just aren't worth it. Definitely invest in a laptop because some professors go too fast for you to keep up in writing. And I've encountered some that base all of their tests solely on your notes and not at all on the books. Try and look up information about the professor before deciding on your classes since their teaching styles will dramatically affect how the course goes (especially since some of them don't even give traditional finals). Apply early to your classes, especially if you want to take them in the afternoon. The competition for spots in popular courses is brutal... Some students were even caught using programs that automatically apply for them so they could reserve their spot. If you can't apply early, then I hope you're a morning person. I wouldn't apply for more than 4 classes a semester with the workload some of the professors provide you, especially if you intend on having a social life. Always rent your books, never buy because even though the professor may say you'll need it for the course, in my experience it's rare that the book is so fundamental to the class that it's worth buying. If you live outside of the city, or far from the school, definitely try and get used to trains. Driving your car is not an option with the parking problems, and the traffic makes taxis almost obsolete.
The classes so far have definitely been more challenging than I'm used to, and sometimes in different ways (Not just the typical write me a 5 page essay sort of deal.)
If you're a lover of Asian food, like myself, you'll find plenty of options right outside of the college. Right across from the campus are Korean, Chinese, Japanese, and Thai restaurants, and even a mexican grill that I go to often. Although there's a Starbucks in the college itself, there's also one across the street.
It's definitely one of the best experiences I've had with a college given it's tuition rate. Although I would love for the paperwork stuff to go smoother, you're just never going to have a totally bumpfree experience with a community college.
I would say it appeals to all, especially given the huge amount of foreign transfer students. Life will be much easier on you if you're going for business, though, since that's the school's main focus. Also, speak fluent English. I can't imagine how hard the classes would be if you didn't speak English well enough.
All kinds, for all different religions and sports enthusiasts, and even gender specific like Women in Business.
Many security guards everywhere. Haven't heard of a single problem happening here in my time attending.