Academically, this school is very good. I am a freshman this year on the Staten Island campus and I love the classes here. The professors on this campus really get to know you because the classes are so small. Everyone gets a laptop at the beginning of their freshman year, so it is really easy to keep up with class notes.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
I am from California so this New York weather is really a huge deal. This campus is mostly a commuter campus but there are residents here (I am one). If you are looking for a small campus with the benefits of a big campus, then the Staten Island campus is for you. I personally like the bigger campus experience, that is why I am going to take some classes on the Queens campus.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
This school is really good with financial aid. The only thing is that one needs to really make sure all the financial stuff is taken care of first. First year freshman do not get penalties for paying late. Another good thing about this school is that it offers a deferred payment plan. Students don't have to pay their bill all in one hit. The greatest thing about coming to this school is that it is in New York City. It was cheaper for me to go to school on the other side of the country than to go to a state school in California.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
If you are not used to cold weather, come prepared. Bring a nice pair of boots. Also, the Staten Island campus is on top of a hill so it gets really windy during the winter; this means bring a heavy duty jacket. Remember the Staten Island campus is on Staten Island, not Manhattan. The city is accessible, but one needs to take the free school shuttle (which is shared with Wagner College) and take the Staten Island Ferry to the city.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
If you want space, this is the place to be. We do not have dorms like the other campuses. We have apartments. There are single rooms, double rooms, and triples. You will always have two other people living with you but it is better than eight. Greek Life is a big deal on this campus, so if you are interested in local chapters, then this is where to go. We have two national sororities and one national fraternity.
Academically, this school is very good. I am a freshman this year on the Staten Island campus and I love the classes here. The professors on this campus really get to know you because the classes are so small. Everyone gets a laptop at the beginning of their freshman year, so it is really easy to keep up with class notes.
I am from California so this New York weather is really a huge deal. This campus is mostly a commuter campus but there are residents here (I am one). If you are looking for a small campus with the benefits of a big campus, then the Staten Island campus is for you. I personally like the bigger campus experience, that is why I am going to take some classes on the Queens campus.
This school is really good with financial aid. The only thing is that one needs to really make sure all the financial stuff is taken care of first. First year freshman do not get penalties for paying late. Another good thing about this school is that it offers a deferred payment plan. Students don't have to pay their bill all in one hit. The greatest thing about coming to this school is that it is in New York City. It was cheaper for me to go to school on the other side of the country than to go to a state school in California.
If you are not used to cold weather, come prepared. Bring a nice pair of boots. Also, the Staten Island campus is on top of a hill so it gets really windy during the winter; this means bring a heavy duty jacket. Remember the Staten Island campus is on Staten Island, not Manhattan. The city is accessible, but one needs to take the free school shuttle (which is shared with Wagner College) and take the Staten Island Ferry to the city.
If you want space, this is the place to be. We do not have dorms like the other campuses. We have apartments. There are single rooms, double rooms, and triples. You will always have two other people living with you but it is better than eight. Greek Life is a big deal on this campus, so if you are interested in local chapters, then this is where to go. We have two national sororities and one national fraternity.