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Adelphi University Reviews

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  • 26 out of 27 people found this review useful.

    Jamie from N. Bellmore, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The classes are taught differently than they are in high school but its a more open forum that allows you to learn not only from the professors but from the students as well. It takes some getting used to but you do learn a lot.
    Am enjoying being here

    There are a lot of events a on campus and if you put yourself out there and get involved you'll definitely enjoy the school.
    Bang for the buck

    college is always expensive but Adelphi offers a lot of scholarships and they have many on campus jobs available to students that make tuition more affordable
    Tips for prospective students

    Get involved. No matter what your interests are there is some club or group or organization that would be great for you and if you get involved you feel like your part of the campus.
    Great for these types of students

    Want smaller classes. Teachers who know your name.

  • 5 out of 5 people found this review useful.

    Ashley from Brooklyn, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    The education here is great. The teachers that I have had so far are helpful and understanding. The work is challenging, but not extreme. If you ever need help, there is the learning center. This center helps students by tutoring them in subjects they need help in or help them write papers.
    Am enjoying being here

    I don't enjoy the school because of the social scene. The students here lack school spirit and is a heavy commuter school. On the weekends everyone will go home.
    Bang for the buck

    Any college is expensive, but Adelphi has many scholarships to offer and there is a career center to help students find jobs on and off campus.
    Great for these types of students

    This school is great for students that are into there books and do not really care about much social events.

  • 3 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Christopher from Bohemia, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The courses for Math and Computer Science majors / double majors are rigorous and require you to learn the material thoroughly to pass the classes.
    Am enjoying being here

    I have made many new friends, we have fun, party, and study together. The complete college experience.
    Bang for the buck

    With all of the services offered to me the high cost seems very small.
    Tips for prospective students

    Do well on your AP exams, they pay off dearly.
    Great for these types of students

    Nursing, Business, Math, Computer Science, Psychology majors and anyone who enjoys being on Long Island.

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Corina from NY

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Will learn a lot

    The courses and majors appear to be rigorous and challenging yet doable. If I give my best effort and put in hard work into the courses, I will learn.
    Will enjoy being here

    I hope I will enjoy my college experiences over there. I do think being involved in clubs I am interested in will help greatly in making new friends and expanding my knowledge.
    Bang for the buck

    Adelphi University puts a lot of effort to make sure a student receives a reasonable amount of financial help; whether it is a loan or scholarships.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be involved. Commit to your studies. Communicate with the professors and with the other students. Speak up if you need help.
    Great for these types of students

    Small classes. Close enough to the city yet in a town setting.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Thelma from New York, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    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.
    Tips for prospective students

    classic mistake- don't have class every day. i'm a freshman and i only have class 3 days a week. you have power now! also, if you're not a morning person, don't pretend to be. i have 8am class because i love busy mornings and lazy afternoons :)
    Academic Rigor

    manageable. just try to get a teacher with a good rating on ratemyprofessors.com. trust me.
    Dorm Life

    i don't live there but the weekends are practically dead, since this is mostly a commuter school.
    Food and Dining

    the cafeteria staff is sweet as pie! the food is pretty good too, and they have plenty of vegetarian and gluten-free options.
    What to do for fun

    tons of people go to clubs thursdays. dublins is a popular choice.
    Bang for the buck

    adelphi is very generous with scholarships, so i think it's a pretty great deal.
    Clubs and Activities

    there are all kinds of clubs to join, expecially many culture based clubs like black students united, desi club and latin american student organization. adelphi in general is very diverse.
    Greek Life

    i haven't joined or pledged but they seem like a very close knit group.
    Campus Safety

    they are sooo there for you! escorts, buses, extra lighting around campus, etc..., they have your back!

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Ciara from Freeport, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    Most of the classes are really interesting but you really have to do a lot of work on your own, especially if you're taking any science courses
    Am enjoying being here

    I love Adelphi. The most of the people are nice and really polite. There's so many activities to get involved in and always something going on around campus.
    Bang for the buck

    I'm broke because of tuition
    Tips for prospective students

    Get involved in as many activities and take as many ap and college credit classes as you can to fulfill an general education requirements that way you can focus on the courses required for your major and courses you find interesting. Also get a job that way you have experience when you want to apply to an on-campus job.

  • 2 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Katherine from Westhampton Beach, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Not all classes or professors are great, but I am happy to say that in some classes, I actually do feel like I'm learning something and I'm getting my money's worth out of it. I've had quite a few great teachers that make learning fun and actually do what they're supposed to do - they're helpful and they inspire you to learn more and try hard.
    Am enjoying being here

    Some of the reasons that I love Adelphi is that I love some of my professors, I love some of my classes, and I've made great friends here. The thing that sucks is that Adelphi doesn't have much school spirit, not that many people show up to events on campus, and the campus is a ghost town on the weekends - everyone goes home. If more people stayed on the weekends and there was more to do, I'd stay too. The dining halls are OKAY, but the food gets really repetitive after a while and I get sick of it, but that probably happens with most colleges anyway. Overall I feel like I'm getting a pretty good experience there, but there are definitely things that I wish were different.
    Bang for the buck

    Adelphi is RIDICULOUSLY expensive. Dorming in a two person bedroom without airconditioning is $5,000 a SEMESTER. It's unbelieveable. They keep renovating buildings, and adding this and that, but what they need to do is fix the things they already have. Yea, the campus is pretty and some of the free stuff (that we really pay for in tuition) is great, but there are still alot of quirks to fix. Improve the quality of the food, the conditions of the dorm buildings and actually FILL all the dorm buildings before you go and build a new dorming hall! Financial aid, in my experience, also doesn't seem to be incredibly helpful half the time. We're college students, we're broke, and we're frustrated and want to get through school in one piece. Atleast be nice to us and show us that you ARE trying your best to help us. Hey, we're paying you enough for that.

  • Dhimitra from East Elmhurst, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    Adelphi provides a safe and comfortable environment for all its students. Students are motivated to learn more, participate in activities, and gain leadership experience through various events. I believe that this school would be a perfect fit for any student interested in attending.
    Tips for prospective students

    If planning to attend Adelphi, come with a welcoming personality! People are always introducing themselves to others which builds strong friendships at the end. Take advantage of all the activities on campus because you will learn more about yourself and about others.
    Academic Rigor

    Many scholarships are awarded to students and Adelphi does this because each scholarship has a certain GPA requirement that must be maintained. This encourages students to work to the best of their abilities to keep the scholarship and I feel that the faculty members at Adelphi always promote scholarship in the classroom.
    Dorm Life

    Although I am a commuter, many of my friends dorm. Students enjoy dorming because they are able to participate in activities that occur at night on campus, and they are able to become close to the people they live with. Many of the times when students go back home for the weekend, they take their roommate with them because of the close relationship they have developed with the roommate.
    Food and Dining

    Adelphi's campus provides various types of food, which is especially good for picky eaters. We have a buffet, native spice center, pizza shack, wrap-it-up corner, and burger and fries place. During the spring semester, our taco shop outdoors also becomes available for students.
    What to do for fun

    There are many clubs and organizations active on campus that regularly have events. During every Monday of each week, we get an e-mail about upcoming events for the next two weeks. Some things include dance workshops, build-a-bear events, international foods and dancing festivals, fashion shows, carnivals, and free massages during finals week.
    Clubs and Activities

    Accounting Society, Finance Society, Desi Club, Hellenic Society, Latin American Student Organization, Black Students United, Circle K, Student Activities Board, Commuter Student Organization, Future Teachers Association, Ballroom Dance Club, Badminton Club, Soccer Club, Muslim Student Association, Christian Youth Association, Greek Life

  • Monique from ROOSEVELT, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    hard work, great people, success future
    Tips for prospective students

    work hard, and don't go and party too much, meet great friends and you will have a great 4 years
    Academic Rigor

    difficult but the teachers are very helpful and they want you to do well.
    Food and Dining

    food is very expensive3
    What to do for fun

    there are many clubs to join, which i think is the great part.
    Bang for the buck

    there are better schools for cheaper, i wish i would have went somewhere a little more afforable
    Great for these types of students

    nursing, preforming arts
    Clubs and Activities

    best clubs and social life
    Campus Safety

    safe

  • from Massapequa, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    adelphi university is a great school, i love it because it is a very small school where you can have a relationship with your professors. although it is a small school trying to find parking on campus can be a hassle especially if you have afternoon classes, but they do offer parking at the garden city pool where they pay you for it. there are a plethora of activities that you can become a part of so that you can get involved on campus, although the food there can be better it is an overall good school.

  • Freshman from Garden City, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    pretty campus with good atmosphere.
    good professors always available to help.
    great opportunities to meet different people.
    Tips for prospective students

    apply at the honors college or the lgs program. be involved in campus life. ask questions!
    Academic Rigor

    depending on the teacher and the classmates, there is competition but sometimes not as big as needed.
    Dorm Life

    lots of fun and interesting experience.
    Food and Dining

    could be better. it is good but when you eat it everyday it can become too much of it.
    What to do for fun

    go to the various cafeterias, dorms, gym or just around the campus.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    a starbucks cafe
    Great for these types of students

    - who like not very big but not very small schools
    - who want to be surrounded by good people and have calm college campus life
    Clubs and Activities

    a lot of opportunities for every taste!
    Greek Life

    very popular, a lot of fraternities and even more sororities - both social, business and even medical.
    Campus Safety

    there is always public safety patrolling as well as emergency buttons close to each step one takes.

  • Jennifer from Merrick, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    its great, small classes. good teachers
    Tips for prospective students

    work hard to get good marks. go the extra mile
    Academic Rigor

    final week is tough.
    Dorm Life

    live at home.
    Food and Dining

    eat at home
    What to do for fun

    spend time with my family and friends.
    Clubs and Activities

    soriority

  • Caretta from Queens Village, NY

    Reviewer is A past student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Did learn a lot

    The professors give you a lot of information (like any other school's professors would).
    Did enjoy being here

    It was okay, I didn't feel too welcomed though.
    Bang for the buck

    Eh, I would rather attend a trade school for another major.
    Tips for prospective students

    College is great-check out the different options that's available to see if you will like a specific college.
    Great for these types of students

    Not sure.

  • Ally from WH, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    Not all the classes I am taking necessarily pertain to my major, so I am able to learn a lot of new and different things I was never exposed to before.
    Am enjoying being here

    There are different activities and events going on everyday that are sometimes really fun. Its also a great way to meet new people.
    Bang for the buck

    Yes, it does sound expensive at first - but Adelphi gives their students plenty of opportunities to earn scholarships or apply for campus jobs. Also, Adelphi is filled with facilities and services that are at no charge to you. Services you would normally have to pay for, such as the gym, tutoring, test prep courses, job resource help, just to name a few - are included in tuition.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure you get involved. There are so many different clubs, intramurals, and sports teams to become apart of. Your college experience at Adelphi is only as great as you let it be and getting involved is extremely important, looks good, and a lot of fun.
    Great for these types of students

    Students interested in a small community would definitely enjoy it here. If you are looking for raging parties every night of the week or a huge crowd at the sports game every weekend, you won't find that here.

  • Caitlyn from Santa Rosa, CA

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Will learn a lot

    When I shadowed, the classes were extremely small, which is nice because it means no one will get left behind! When I shadowed, I felt like I learned something, and the professor was more than willing to help me!
    Will enjoy being here

    The campus is beautiful and the people are very friendly! I would have loved to attend here, but due to some family misfortunes, I was unable to attend an out of state school.
    Bang for the buck

    They give a lot of scholarships and really want you to succeed! As I mentioned before, I shadowed some of the big lecture classes.. less than 50 people and the professors knew everyone's name! Not to mention the campus is beautiful!
    They also give a lot of merit and need based scholarships, so make sure you check those boxes when you apply!
    Tips for prospective students

    Get to know the heads of your department! They are all extremely friendly and want to help you any way they can!

    Also, if you can, apply for their honors college! They have a great program!
    Great for these types of students

    Great for students who thrive in small classes and who are willing to get to know their professors very well! Also great for those who are not afraid to ask for help -- you'll always get it!

  • Stefani from Ronkonkoma, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    The average class size is 21. The teacher to student ratio is 11 to 1. This is why the professors are able to give students specialized attention. Professors want their students to do good. The course work is manageable and paying attention in class makes the homework easy. Teachers are always available for office hours and will help with any understood work or revising a paper.
    Am enjoying being here

    I am currently a commuter student and I spend every second I possibly can on campus. Since I love Adelphi so much I am actually going to become a resident next semester. There are always things to do on campus. We have clubs, organizations and greek life on campus. I am currently excited for the Holiday party which involves Build-a-Bear, a snow hill for sledding, and a dj.
    Bang for the buck

    Adelphi is a private school which means it is more expensive than state schools, but they offer scholarships to most students and are generous with fiancial aid. Between financial aid and scholarships I pay less than I would for a state school.
    Tips for prospective students

    Prospective students most definitely should go on a tour of the school. Adelphi was my second choice school until I went on a tour of the school. Learning about Adelphi and seeing everything that would be available to me at the school changed my mind. On top of all of that the campus is extremely beautiful. When applying for Adelphi make sure you provide every singe activity and volunteer work you were involved in. The school might consider you for a recognition scholarship. Also in the activities that you are involved in try to gain a leadership position.
    Great for these types of students

    Adelphi is great for any type of student. Adelphi has a STEP program for education majors which allows studetns to recieve their masters degree in education in five years. They have a similar program for nursing and social work. Adelphi is an accredited business school. We are division one for men's soccer, and division two for the rest of our sports. Our woman's lacrosse team has been champions for three years in a row. Almost every building on campus is commuter friendly and there are commuter assistant programs to make commuters feel welcome on campus. Residents also have programs like this on campus. Basically every major is offered at Adelphi. There are clubs and organizations for every individual on campus. Adelphi has something to offer for everyone.

  • Amanda from Newburgh, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Tips for prospective students

    Keep track of your Meal Plan money & get involved!
    Great for these types of students

    If you like quiet settings but love to be near some action.

  • Kristina from Ronkonkoma, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    Most of the professors know what they are talking about, but some (like at many schools) do not know how to get it across to students. All of the professors I have had love to set aside time to make sure that you understand what is going on in class.
    Am enjoying being here

    The way to enjoy yourself at Adelphi is to get involved. If you are not involved in college, there is no way that any school will be enjoyable. I am involved in Greek Life and several other clubs including Student Activities Board and a community service club. The best part is: every club gives you something free!
    Bang for the buck

    I would say that you get exactly what you pay for. The professors are knowledgable, the campus is beautiful, and the facilities are great. The brand new fields, stands, recreation center (with a brand new gym and new equipment), and the new residence hall are all great additions and are totally worth the tuition to have.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure that you know exactly where you want to go before you accept any school's letter. The most important thing, regardless if it is at Adelphi or not, is to be happy where you go and to feel like you belong. Adelphi is definitely a good place for that because it is a small school and much easier to get used to than a massive state school.
    Great for these types of students

    nursing, physical education, art, drama, and education majors, students worried about acclimating to college life easily, those afraid of residence life, and commuter students.

  • Frances from West Hempstead, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    Advanced biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics courses are both challenging (sometimes frustratingly so) but you always, always learn something both interesting and useful. Courses offered for the Honors College are also great.
    Am enjoying being here

    Professors are always friendly and often willing to spend personal time with students who need a hand or who simply want to talk. I can't say that I'm enjoying the Long Island accent, but all of my friends are pretty much the best!
    Bang for the buck

    Adelphi University is expensive - for some of my friends, prohibitively so - and the college only permits a student 17 credit hours a semester for roughly $14,000 in tuition. They are also rather stingy with grants and loans.
    Tips for prospective students

    Try to get into the Honors College; not only do you gain access to some of the best, most thought-provoking classes, but also to several amenities (free printing!). If you don't want to take the extra 35+ credits or didn't get the grades/test scores in high school, console yourself with the amazing fine arts resources (brand new Performing Arts building) and the state-of-the art laboratories in the science building basement.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who consider college a stepping stone to a fun, productive career. Not for students who want to live off their parents' money while they put off getting a job and becoming functioning adults.

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