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CUNY Queens College Reviews

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  • 5 out of 5 people found this review useful.

    Julie from Garden City, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Queens definitely does not get the rep for being an amazing school because it is part of the CUNY system... but believe me, you will not be disappointed in the quality of education here. Being a second generation Queens College student, I've only completed one semester but the rigor of the classes I took definitely showed the quality of Queens. Some classes are obviously easier than others, but the quality of material that the teachers present are definitely up to par even with other top Ivy schools. Many of the teachers have PhDs or are in the process of getting them, so the teachers are very knowledgeable.
    Am enjoying being here

    Queens has been fun... beautiful campus and there is tons of things to do. I haven't had time to explore around a lot, but from what I've seen, Queens has a lot to offer. There is over 100 clubs to choose from, a variety of sports, etc. Queens has a great feel, although it is still largely a commuter campus. And I love having small classes... in the Freshman Honors Program (and probably Macaulay Honors), there are about 20 people in your class, and you stay with the same group for the three honors classes for the semester, so you really get to know other people and it's a great way to make new friends.

    Queens also has a lot of events going on - the Student Association always has events planned for us. There are always a lot of parties/entertainment Thursday nights and they try to mix it up during Free Hour also.

    The reason I gave it four stars was because of the fact that Queens is still largely known as a commuter school - meaning that students do not always stay on campus; they come and go as they please so you don't always see the same people because everyone is on their own. So it is harder to make friends because it is a commuter school, but if you make the effort to join clubs, etc., then you'll do well.
    Bang for the buck

    Queens is definitely a bang for the buck - it is one of the main reasons I go there. You are getting the same quality of education at NYU as you are at Queens, only for $20,000 less. How could you pass that up? And if you don't believe me, my Comparative Literature professor told my class once that for a while he used to go to NYU but then transferred to Queens... it ended up being that he saw the same professor from NYU at Queens! He told us: Why pay $20,000 more for the top-notch professors when you can find them in the CUNY system at all? Queens still hasn't gained its reputation for its education, but soon it will...
    Tips for prospective students

    1. Apply for the Honors program (Freshman Honors or Macaulay) - it is a great way to make new friends... you'll be seeing the same people in three of your classes for the first semester and two classes the next semester (for Freshman Honors). Also, you'll either be getting a half-tuition or full scholarship if you get in -- what could be better? There are also a lot of other perks to getting into the honors program.

    2. Know what kind of atmosphere you want in a school - Queens is great because it has both a suburban and urban feel... you can see the city skyline from the quad, but the campus is partially surrounded by apartments.

    3. Apply for as many scholarships as possible and look into financial awards that the school is willing to offer.

    4. Remember that you don't need to go to a name brand school to get noticed (i.e. Ivy league schools). The CUNY system is equally known for its education. I used to think that I should only apply to Yale and Princeton because I wanted to get noticed by med schools, but my parents and teachers convinced me that the name doesn't really mean anything.
    Great for these types of students

    1. Queens is largely a commuter school so it is great if you want to stay close to home. But if you don't like commuting, Queens built new dorms in August 2009 so that is always another option.

    2. Students who like medium-sized schools - Queens has a lot of students but it never feels like that because many of the classes are small (at least in my experience).

    3. Students who like diversity

    4. Any student - I was told that Queens is known for its liberal arts education, so I was very worried because it is not as well known for its pre-med program. But once I took Biology, I realized that the rigor is not any less... I had to work just as hard.

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Krysta from Warwick, NY

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

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    Will learn a lot

    Queens seems to offer many different classes, all in different buildings depending on what kind of class it is. The fact that it's been more diffcult to get into CUNY schools the past few years shows how many people are applying, and how many are qualified and accepted to attend. Being close to the city, and even in Queens, it can be distracting with all of the life around you, but it'll add to the experience.
    Will enjoy being here

    Very close to the city and several other attractions, who couldn't enjoy being here?
    Bang for the buck

    One of the least expensive schools anyone could attend, other than the community colleges. Spending five grand for a whole year of tuition is only a fraction of what I would have to pay if I had taken offers from some other schools in the surrounding area, which is a relief because I won't graduate up to my eyeballs in debt.
    Tips for prospective students

    I've heard it was mostly a commuting campus, but it seems like there is a lot to do if your live in the new housing complex, The Summit (BEAUTIFUL dorm rooms, by the way, you can see the city skyline from some of the windows!). You just have to keep busy and find something you feel you can pursue and have fun with.
    Great for these types of students

    Motivated, smart, don't want to spend a lot of money for a great education in one of the best places on earth.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Chelsea from Royersford, PA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Queens College has really great teachers who are always available to assist you. The courses I have taken for my major are really interesting and have me very excited to continue with this major. There are quite a few general education requirements that need to be accomplished, however they are easy to get done so you can focus on your major.
    Am enjoying being here

    I love how this school has events throughout the year including Fall Fest and Spring Fest. There is also Midnight Breakfast during finals, which always proves to be a great time. QC likes to make their students active by constantly having student groups interact with other students. There always seems to be something going on and campus is never too boring.
    Bang for the buck

    As an out-of-state student I do pay a significantly higher amount for my tuition, which has become very inconvenient. Nonetheless, from talking to students who are in-state, they agree that QC provides a fantastic education with caring teachers for a very affordable price.
    Tips for prospective students

    Get involved! Interact! You will have the best college experience by making friends and going to events. Also, do not be afraid of your teachers. They are always willing and can be very helpful to you, especially for deciding your major,
    Great for these types of students

    Queens College is great for all types of students; from the very social student to the strict studying student. This school is diverse in every aspect possible and it's a great opportunity to learn about other cultures.

  • 1 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    howard from forest hills, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    There is not much too learn in this college because the professors are too busy with other students. Many of the professor have 300 students to take care of and many science professors have even more than 300! So many of the professor can only give 2 exams, some or almost no homework at times. Professors are nice and accommodating, but they are very limited in what they can teach you. In most cases you can learn the material without even going to class !!
    Am enjoying being here

    The classes remains silent all the time. Students seemed to only be motivated to get a degree or get a job afterwards, but there is not too much learning going on here. Not many people go to clubs and since most student commute to school and not many people are not interested to stay after school. I am commuting, but I have seen the dorms around here, they are pretty nice to live in.
    Bang for the buck

    The tuition is very cheap compare to many other schools, but its not worthy it. It is just not, because in the end you only earn a degree that has no implication of effort. The science classes are a waste of time, because the teachers basically talk from the slides. Other classes are a waste , because no integration or intelligent conversation ever occurs. The library provides good services from e-journals to a huge cuny books collection, but overall the school is not worth attending. It should be a school for high school students to attend for college now.
    Tips for prospective students

    Must pick a major immediately, because the school provides absolutely no Council-ling service to picking a major. They don't tell you all the required courses and they are not helpful because there are too many students in the office all the time. Don't take science classes here, first too many students, second professors are busy, third, the labs are taught by graduate students and are absolutely unhelpful. Even when there is a good professor, they cannot provide too much work to inter grade the material given. Philosophy professors demands a lot of work from a student when the work needs to be taught basic philosophy writing skills, while others just let you get by the class by spit-back format.
    Great for these types of students

    Now Queens College believe it or not has a great sports team and a great dorm. People who play tennis or basketball or swims can try out for teams. It has a great sports team !

    Student who wants to get by college can also come here are obtain a degree to become a teacher. Many of the students graduate here with a teaching licence.

    One more thing, This school has a great music program ! Its not very hard to get in if you have a level 5 in royal music and theory, but the program is very competitive. There are a lot of music performances from the QC orchestra and other performance from great orchestra. The music department received a great amount of donations just last year for a make-over at the auditorium. The school is cheap, affordable for a decent music education. Students with performance major can take 1 hour lesson a week, music- ed major get 30 min a week. The requirement for music major is 120 credit ! so there is basically no room to take other classes if one were to major in music.
    Music students who want to get a cheap music education can certainly come here and can look at other majors at the same time.

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Anonymous

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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  • 3 out of 7 people found this review useful.

    Cameron from Bronx, NY

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

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    Great for these types of students

    Who are striving for the best!

  • 0 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Katherine from Jamaica, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Great for these types of students

    all types!

  • 0 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    sarah from New York, NY

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.

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    Will learn a lot

    this school has so many options here and its close to where i live.i have to visit this college.how can they go wrong?
    Will enjoy being here

    from what ive heard nobody has had a problem about this school.
    Bang for the buck

    its a great price and they also ofeer financial aid.
    Tips for prospective students

    look to see all the programs they have and the reviews .it really helps
    Great for these types of students

    who love options and close to home.

  • Julia from Flushing, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Queens College has tons of fun events around campus. In addition, I am finding that Queens College offers a lot of great opportunities for its students. Things like paid mentoring jobs or TA positions are great!
    Tips for prospective students

    Get involved on Campus and make sure to network.
    Academic Rigor

    One downside to Queens College-in my experience, not the most challenging college.
    Dorm Life

    I don't dorm but I hear it's not bad.
    What to do for fun

    I joined clubs and so had great events to go to.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Top floor of the Library is a great place to study!
    Clubs and Activities

    It's a great idea to join honors clubs and even run for positions. I went to great Hillel events and helped plan some which was fun.

  • Christine from Massapequa, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    I love Queens College! I am resuming my education after 16 years of raising my 2 sons and I am excited to be back! QC is a wonderful campus with a diverse demographic.
    Tips for prospective students

    Carpool or take the bus. QC is not car friendly.
    Academic Rigor

    QC challeneges your brain. You never know how far you can go if you don't try.
    Dorm Life

    I travel from my home in Massapequa, and I work in Manhattan.
    Food and Dining

    I bring food from home - usually fruit or granola. I don't eat fast food, ever!
    What to do for fun

    Visit the Student Union.
    Bang for the buck

    QC is a wonderful campus. You don't even feel like you're in the city. It has a wonderful view of the Manhattan skyline. The professors have always been supportive and understanding.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    I enjoyed my night classes. In particular, the Astronomy class where we got to go out and view the stars & constellations we were studying.
    Great for these types of students

    Multi-cultural.
    Clubs and Activities

    Environmental club.
    Greek Life

    That's Greek to me.

  • Kevin from Queens Village, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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  • CUNY Queens Student

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    I really recommend Queens College. Highly rated professors, free to answer the subject, open to take questions and easy to access. Many academic supports are given which will help you to finish degree successfully.
    Tips for prospective students

    Although you have advisers, be your own boss. Self help is the best option I know!Learn your material, and make yourself open to use provided opportunities.
    Academic Rigor

    Lots of classes and programs are available for any students. Honors program, SEEK, .... Computer science, education, STEM....
    Dorm Life

    I commute and I feel its better to commute than dorming because of expenses
    Food and Dining

    Variety of food item is served including chinese, mexican, american and so on
    What to do for fun

    there is playing court in the campus. One play of billiards is just $1. So much fun!

  • Benjamin from Cedarhurst, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Diverse amount of classes.
    Intriguing programs.
    Small campus.
    Tips for prospective students

    Do not worry about not having a major or even a minor in mind. Choose your classes carefully and do so with a purpose. Do not just choose a major because you think it is what everyone else does or because you may find it easy. Challenge yourself!
    Academic Rigor

    Varies from class to class and program to program, but I have been pleased with the academic rigor Queens College has shown.
    Dorm Life

    I have not lived there myself to be fair, but have visited and heard first hand account; while the dorms are nice themselves, the campus and atmosphere does not promote a more social experience.
    Food and Dining

    Satisfactory, although the Kosher Cafe could use improvement and expansion.
    What to do for fun

    Talk and meet people. Enjoy small classrooms because while they are few, they allow you the best chance to meet knew people.
    Bang for the buck

    The education is good and is more or less is worth the price. The social aspects of campus could use improving.

  • Jacqueline from West Hempstead, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    queens college has a wide variety of majors and minors to choose from. you have to work hard to have an active social life. however, queens college offers an fyi community which places you in the same class as thirty other kids and helps you start out and make friends.
    Tips for prospective students

    don't take on too many classes at once and if you are taking a difficult class like a science or math, give yourself a break with a fun class like intro to acting with kevin schwab!
    Academic Rigor

    in the honors program the classes can be very difficult. in regular queens classes, the classes are moderate. it all really depends on the professor so make sure to check out ratemyprofessor before signing up for classes.
    Dorm Life

    i personally do not live in the dorms but i know people who do. they enjoy it but queens still isnt fully there on the real university social life as opposed to a commuter college.
    Food and Dining

    there is always food everywhere but the on campus food isnt too great. the best snack machine is located in remsen. however, because of the convenient location, there are other options off campus.
    What to do for fun

    i would suggest being active in some clubs and consider pledging a sorority or frat. even if you dont pledge, go to their parties and meet people.
    Bang for the buck

    you one hundred percent get what you paid for and even more. queens is very very cheap and there are many classes you can take.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    try finding honors hall. its basically a little trailer under ground. its in the oddest place but theres a lounge and library there and you can get some really good studying done.
    Great for these types of students

    queens college is great for students who want to save money and are planning on going to grad school. queens is an easy way to save on money and still get a great undergraduate education.
    Clubs and Activities

    there are so many clubs that it is so easy to find one that you like.
    Greek Life

    is it like a real university? no not really. but the advantage of that is that pledging isnt that hard. we have a handful of frats and sororities. aepi throws great parties and have at least two a semester. i personally havent pledged anything but i'm considering a sorority because you really do gain a social life and long lasting friends.
    Campus Safety

    our security guards are not top notch but then again we dont really experience much threat. there is never a day that i dont feel safe.

  • Melissa from Woodhaven, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    queens college has a humble environment. the staff is very helpful although some departments aren't in tact with other departments so it can become tough on the students. the professors like to challenge student abilities.
    Tips for prospective students

    make sure all of your work is completed on time. make sure that the work is grammatically correct when it comes to writing papers and seek help if you have to.
    Academic Rigor

    most of the professors i had love to challenge students because they work for us to better our writing. some are difficult depending on the subject, but it is all worth it because they are preparing us to the real world.
    Dorm Life

    i don't dorm, but i heard its a warm and cozy place. it is newly constructed so it has a modern look.
    Food and Dining

    the food is somewhat expensive but they sure follow health regulations by keeping everything clean.
    What to do for fun

    students can hang out on the quad and have a catch when the weather is fun. you can also sit under a tree and read. there is also pool tables and ping pong.

  • Alexa from Bay Shore, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    great atmosphere along with a variety of students from all around the world with different backgrounds. the school itself is beautiful especially in the summer with all the cherry blossoms on campus and most of the professors are super helpful.
    Tips for prospective students

    be prepared to do everything on your own. pay all your bills, keep up with when all your payments are due. also, stay up with your classes and registration.
    Dorm Life

    the dorms are 3 years old (new), very expensive and not like most dorms in other universitys. there are no parties, they arent loud or dirty for the most part. they are apartment style which is great and they are very pretty.
    Food and Dining

    food is not amazing but it isnt bad either. i love the breakfast!
    What to do for fun

    go to athletic events and go to events that they have in the quad.
    Clubs and Activities

    many different clubs, sport clubs, intermural sports, religious clubs etc. and the best activities are sporting events.
    Campus Safety

    campus security is everywhere !

  • Melissa from Queens Village, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The education I am receiving here is fantastic. So far I have great teachers since freshman year. The education system is simply amazing and since QC is ranked as a top notch school to attend education wise, who can miss out on an great opportunity like this? I really am learning what I'm suppose to and my education here will lead me further after graduation.
    Am enjoying being here

    Queens College is a great school with such diverse people. You learn about different cultures and societies just by walking around in the campus alone. The campus itself is beautiful since you can see Manhattan from the quad on campus. The environment is wonderful since it is full of nature which I personally love. Everyone I have met is extremely friendly and warm, always helping you when in need. I love this school and will surely miss it when I graduate next semester. If you get accepted, don't miss out on a great opportunity to attend this school.
    Bang for the buck

    Great education for a fraction of the cost it would take to go to a private school. The tuition is affordable for low income students, which is like 70% of the population and being ranked at #8 in the best schools to attend, you know you are getting more than what you are paying for. Great price with an even better education.

  • Yevgeniya from Flushing, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    They have a great variety of classes
    Am enjoying being here

    They hold several events for the students to socialize and to enjoy during our free hours
    Bang for the buck

    Very low tuition for such the amount of credits one can take during one semester
    Tips for prospective students

    This school is very laid back and welcoming to all of their students, attending and prospective. It is important to get to know your professors well and participate during classes. This will only make your college experience more enjoyable.
    Great for these types of students

    Any students that have a desire to learn and broaden their education

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