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27 out of 29 people found this review useful.
Caitlin from Greenwich, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot So far, the academics at this school are not too challenging, but the professors do keep me on my toes. As part of the Honors Program I was given many opportunities and was able to adjust rather quickly into college life and academics.
Am enjoying being here The weather is cold and sometimes it is a drag to get out of bed for food, but I have made good friends, and all of my teachers are there to help me. I fit in on campus; the people there are like me and I am enjoying the freedom that comes with being independent from my parents.
Bang for the buck One of the main reasons I am attending Brockport is because it is affordable. I will not be hammered with bills once I graduate and I do not have to be worried about wiping my parents clean either. So far the price I am paying has yet to disappoint.
Tips for prospective students Don't let the thoughts of snow scare you away from our campus. It gets cold, but the residence halls are known for warmth. And we have the best food in the SUNY system. No joke! Our dining services have been number one since 1994!
Great for these types of students Students who are not looking for a hippie school. Athletic types will do well here as well at prospective teachers. Basically every major our school offers is well rounded and a good fit, except for theater. Then you might encounter some problems. They aren't as top notch as some of the other departments.
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8 out of 8 people found this review useful.
Joanna from Tonawanda, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The classes are good. So far I have not had a tough time. The professors are engaging and none of mine so far have talked in a monotone. There is so much information to soak in.
Am enjoying being here The campus is amazing. There is so much stuff to do. Every weekend there is Late Night with Ellsworth and the theme for it is different each weekend. There are things that go on during the week. So many free giveaways and free food.
Bang for the buck Free stuff everywhere you go almost. Whenever there is a school sponsored activity like free messages they give away free stress balls. All the late nights include food and pop/water. The food is amazing. The classes are great.
Tips for prospective students Don't let snow and rain scare you away. Buy a pair of rain boots and you for sure will have a good time jumping in the puddles. The food is amazing also, ranked number 1 in the SUNY system. they also let you know which food is healthy and what is not by ranking it on their system of green yellow and red. the dorms get really warm in the winter you survive in shorts and t shirt in the dorms but bundle up when you go outside. go to everything you can they put on some good shows and late nights.
Great for these types of students outgoing. want to get involved. studying is a priority also. having a good time.
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4 out of 4 people found this review useful.
Rebecca from Belleville, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot My first semester went great. The teachers seem to really care about their students and how well they do. They are very helpful if your struggling or need advice. Even though it's a state school, the still demand excellence. My classes were not a breeze, but they weren't anything I couldn't handle.
Am enjoying being here I love Brockport. The day I moved in, it felt like home. The RA's always have an event planned and there's always something to do on campus. If you want to go out, Rochester is close enough to travel to. I feel like I belong here.
Bang for the buck In my opinion, Brockport is great. The people are very friendly. The teachers love what they do and want their students to succeed. The college provides lot of services to help students get involved in the college, answer their questions, and help them. There is also plenty of financial aid and scholarships available.
Tips for prospective students The most important thing is to visit. When I visited what I thought was my first choice,, I changed my mind. When I went to Brockport, I found it to be just what I wanted. Brockport was perfect for me, but it may not be for you. Even though senior year may be hectic, be sure to make time to visit.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Bailey from Bergen, NY
Reviewer is A past student here.
Categories Rating Comments Did learn a lot The professors are extremely knowledgeable and offer a diverse range of teaching techniques. There is assistance available to students who need additional help or tutoring, although it can be difficult to coincide with the tutors' schedules.
Did enjoy being here I attended SUNY Brockport in the Fall '10 semester and did not have a good experience with International Business department. I had a lot of difficulty dealing with petty technicalities and clerical errors amongst the administration that put a lot of unnecessary pressure on me for my first year at a university level. There was a change in requirements for my program that the academic administration had not been notified of, I was sent to 4 different offices before I demanded that the chair be called to clear up the confusion to reach the answer that the requirement had been deemed irrelevant and dropped for my major; basically wasted a month of my time for an obsolete computer literacy evaluation. My adviser was also a grand disappointment; I emailed him prior to registration about a concern I had and he overlooked my email and criticized me for coming into my advisement unprepared due to my lack of responsibility, despite my efforts to ask for assistance prior to our meeting. He generated an email for his list of students to advise and failed to individualize my needs as a student.
Bang for the buck It's very affordable and the campus is beautiful.
Tips for prospective students The spirit of the staff can be somewhat discouraging for prospective students. I had a hard time warming up to the faculty in my department and finding a niche at Brockport. Be sure to research your program and department thoroughly and be a strong advocate for yourself.
Great for these types of students Students with concrete ideas of their majors
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Ashley from Rochester, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Most of my classes have been very engaging. I have learned more then I thought I could in one year. Most teachers are so supportive and understanding. My classes have not been the easiest but they haven't been the hardest either. I have to study hard and keep on top of things in order to not fall behind.
Am enjoying being here I do enjoy being here especially in the spring time. I'm not a fan of snow but I can deal with it. When it's nice out the campus and the town around it provides a nice place to just go for a walk, read a book, or just sit outside. There is always something going on here after classes and tons of free giveaways. The talent at this school is what provides for these fun night events and everyone here is friendly and helpful.
Bang for the buck I can't say much about this because if I could afford this college with no problem then I wouldn't be looking for lots of scholarships. However I know a lot of schools that are a lot more expensive and while there are some expenses I find to be pointless showing up on my bill the actual tuition cost alone I don't believe is too high and you do learn a lot while attending this college.
Tips for prospective students Get started now! Senior year of high school is one of the most hectic times of your life and my advice is to get that college application in as soon as you can because then you will find out if you were accepted sooner. If you are looking for a friendly community with professors who are committed to students success this is the college for you. I recommend looking into Brockport's programs and if they have what you are looking for. I know for a fact that have an outstanding dance program and a very amazing education program that offers a background in the arts. Good luck!
Great for these types of students The college at Brockport is great for any type of student. Brockport offers most majors and often students looking to major in some type of physical education apply here. They also have an outstanding dance facility and the professors within the dance major are some of the nicest people I have ever met. Any student looking for a friendly community, a plethora of activities and clubs to participate in, outstanding food, and dedicated professors should apply to The College at Brockport.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Joshua from Tonawanda, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot I am learning a great deal in my classes for my dual major in Meteorology and Water Resources. It may be difficult work, but it is definitely worth it.
Am enjoying being here It is very fun here, the college hosts alcohol free events every weekend. However, if you want to drink, there are parties all over, just be prepared for the party to be busted, the cops are relatively strict.
Bang for the buck The cost is definitely worth it. Brockport is one of the cheapest SUNY schools, but they are awesome. Most impressive is their food service that has been rated number 1 since 1994.
Tips for prospective students Visit a few times, preferably at different times of the year, also, realize that what you will see is only a small fraction. On tours, you will seldom see or hear the drunken craziness that goes on during the weekend.
Great for these types of students Students that like smaller personal classes, there are some with large classes, but most classes are relatively small.
Social students, that want a balance of school and fun.Login to rate or flag the reviews
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2 out of 12 people found this review useful.
Yanitza from ROCHESTER, NY
Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will learn a lot I will learn alot about everything that i will need to.
Will enjoy being here I will be honored to attend this school.
Bang for the buck I just have to say this is one of my strongest choices.
Tips for prospective students Just let the students express themselfs.
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Amanda from Victor, NY
Reviewer is A past student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences It's a decent school and has a lot of undergraduate programs available. It has an active campus life. It is a good education for the price.
Tips for prospective students Prepare for the commute and lots of snow!
Food and Dining Average
What to do for fun work, hike, bake
Great for these types of students commuters, traditional students
Greek Life no clue
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Rayleen from Medina, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Brockport is a small school atmosphere with lots of good qualities. The food here is rated number one in the state I believe. And the price for attending here is pretty cheap.
Tips for prospective students Definitely looks at the classes being given here and make your decision based on that.
Academic Rigor It all depends on how hard your willing to work. If you work hard the work will be easy if not then don't bother going to college.
Dorm Life The people in the dorms are very friendly and the ra's do activities once in awhile.
Food and Dining The best ever.
What to do for fun Besides parties, every Friday there is a midnight movie that only costs a dollar.
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Christopher from Rochester, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences A local suny college at an affordable price compared to private or out of state institutions. Respectable science department and professors offer a welcoming transition from college or high school instruction. Large enough that you don't know everyone, but small enough to meet and make new friends.
Tips for prospective students Look at all aspects of the college from the dorms to the weight room, the ins and outs of everything. Consider commuting to save money.
Food and Dining Rated #1 in the suny system
What to do for fun Go out and meet new people, local town has attractions, and campus has activities everyday.
Bang for the buck I paid for a private institution before transferring here and the level of academic instruction is 10x better for 1/6th the price.
Campus Safety Campus safety and suny police so it's very secure and well maintained.
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Brianna from North Tonawanda, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Brockport is a small-town community for the entire world. From our international studies program, to our residential life, to our classroom, Brockport provided me with a taste of everything that I wanted in the world. Come to Brockport if you want a place alongside the beautiful historic Eerie Canal that will enable your personal and academic growth with dedicated faculty and sensitive-to-your-needs staff while you prepare for the real world.
Tips for prospective students Consider what kind of college student you want to be: a daily party-goer who ends up on alcohol probation and failing out of school, or a successful college graduate who knows how to let loose and relax responsibly. That holds true for any college, but false rumors about Brockport's party-school status unfortunately draw in some students who quickly learn that we do not tolerate party-school type activities. Take heart that Brockport has strong academics to offer excellent students, and strong methods to maintain that learning atmosphere on and off campus.
Academic Rigor While Brockport is no Ivy League school, the curriculum prepares students for Ivy League level education in further undergraduate and graduate school settings with it's variety of educational supporting programs, such as the Ronald E. McNair Program, and many research opportunities.
Dorm Life I am proud to belong to part of the Residential Living department. The professional staff is supportive and flexible, and the student employees are fiercely loyal to this program and student residents. The community here is top-notch.
Food and Dining Nothing beats mom's home-cooked meals, but the food here does a good job getting the student body up and active. Diligent employees grill quesadillas, serve lattes, and roll out sushi with dedication and smiles.
What to do for fun Whether you like mid-night bowling; rustic movie theater atmosphere; shopping the nearby malls; or spending a night with friends at one of the many on-campus programs, like GloFest or Bill Nye the Science Guy, Brockport takes care of its students all day and all year long.
Bang for the buck Brockport has the lowest SUNY tuition and offers nationally recognized programs, such as the Study Abroad Program. The nursing program and dance program brag high quality education that draws in a variety of students.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Brock-the-Port is the last celebration of Brockport pride in early May. This is the time to blow off some serious steam before finals and get free food, gifts, gags, and concert tickets with awesome attractions like local bands and glowing foam pits.
Great for these types of students The on-campus dwellers have the best opportunity for success in academia and extra-curricular achievement.
Clubs and Activities If you're a math wiz living in the Community Service Learning Living Community who loves winter sports, fencing, art, and research, raising money for cures to cancer, is also environmentally aware and likes to build houses for Habitat for Humanity, and wants to study abroad in Ecuador then Brockport is the place for you. But don't think Eagles are limited to just these activities, there's something here for everyone.
Greek Life If you're looking for a Greek Life, check out one of our nationally-recognized fraternities or sororities like Pi Kappa Phi, which sponsors a week-long 24/7 sit-a-thon to raise money for kids with disabilities.
Campus Safety University Police is known to employ parking-ninjas to keep our campus and parking violators in line. See 3:40 at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ub3LheUVj2M&feature=youtu.be. But besides that, its in your best interest to respect the police here and call on them when you need the slightest of help because they are friendly and great service men and women. All in all, I feel safe at home here.
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Jaclyn from Brockport, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences i love it here, the friends, my teachers, my classes, and the things to do. i am obsessed with my major, exercise physiology. this school has a lot of sports and we are very competitive as a whole.
Tips for prospective students join a club or a team!
Academic Rigor you need to keep a 2.5 gpa
Dorm Life i loved living on campus and meeting new people but i cant wait to live off campus next year.
Food and Dining brockport has the number 1 dining services within the suny schools. there is a lot of good places to eat here and the are open late.
What to do for fun i like to go watch my friends play in games from basketball to wrestling.
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Katie from Angola, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences brockport is known in the suny system for its athletics. a harder state school to get into, but well worth it. if you find that what you want to do with your life is offered at brockport, do it!
Tips for prospective students whether you're a jock, book-worm, or partier brockport offers everything you need.
Food and Dining best in the suny system!
What to do for fun explore the town and attend campus events!
Bang for the buck live off campus and find an apartment, it will save you the big bucks!
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Charles from Brockport, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Tips for prospective students get in the honors program, you get full ride tuition and an ipad.
Academic Rigor classes are fun and engaging and usually i'm surrounded by well-rounded students. the professors are knowledgeable and helpful.
Dorm Life i'm not very familiar with the dorming on campus. it's much like most suny schools.
Food and Dining i worked in catering which was low-pay and the food was prepared using unhealthy practices. i've heard better and experienced better dining experiences from other institutions.
What to do for fun go to a bar down town, midnight movies, see upcoming rappers.
Clubs and Activities a good variety of academic and cultural clubs.
Campus Safety smoke-free campus.
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Casey from Rochester, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences dedicated to student satisfaction. educated professors with diverse backgrounds. fun school with great health services and health promtion group.
Tips for prospective students talk to other students before you sign up for a class, know what you are getting into. don't take too many classes at once, you won't enjoy your time or obtain any usfeul information.
Academic Rigor tough but managable, its what you exepect college to be.
Food and Dining some great options, a recent focus on healthier options makes decision making easier.
What to do for fun health services puts on some really fun nights, and anything health or fitness related is always well organized.
Bang for the buck best deal out there!
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus muddy eagle run - the rotc does a 3 mile run in the fall with an obstacle course twist. the students have fun and its a great way to get fit in fitness!
Great for these types of students business and healthcare majors.
Campus Safety two campuses, major shift in metro center security over the past year or two. brockport stepped up and increased security after several car break ins - the increase makes everyone feel safer. kudos!
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Bridgette from NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The professors I've had here have been pretty good overall. They all definitely care about their students learning and trying their best. Some have been a little more lenient than others when it comes to things like attendance and grading homework, but I think that's to be expected. There are tons of classes available, so you can try out lots of different material to see what suits you, and learn a lot along the way. It's a small enough campus that you're able to get to know your professors on a one-on-one basis, which is really nice. The tutoring center is really helpful with homework, too!
Am enjoying being here I love Brockport and feel like I fit right in. Living on-campus has been the best experience. Some of my best friends here are the ones I was randomly assigned to room with freshman year! There are tons of activities and free stuff for students, too, like Late Night with Elllsworth. So far, it's been great.
Bang for the buck Brockport's definitely affordable. Since it's a SUNY school tuition is lower than a private school would be, but you still get a great education. On-campus housing seems a little pricey to me (it's double what tuition is), but there's a scholarship you automatically get if your grades are good enough that pays for most of housing. The dining plan is worth it, too - the food is great because we're rated #1 in dining services!
Tips for prospective students Yes, Brockport's located in Upstate NY, so we get snow and rain. A lot of it. So if you really don't enjoy the cold weather, this might not your cup of tea. Just don't let that be the only reason you don't come here, because it will be worth it, I promise! Get a winter coat and rain boots, and you'll be prepared for walking across campus during the winter. There's tons of clubs you can join and things to do on the weekends, so you shouldn't get bored very easily. TRAX is open till midnight, which is definitely a plus when your up studying for finals late at night and need a snack! Also, a car really isn't needed if you live on-campus, since there's a shuttle that runs a few times a week and during weekends that takes you to Wal-Mart and Wegmans, and another that goes to the mall. The walk into town only takes 10 minutes, too.
Great for these types of students There are so many different types of people that there's a niche for anyone who comes here. I think pretty much anyone can come to Brockport and feel right at home.
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noodles
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Tips for prospective students bring rainboots and an umbrella everywhere you go. you never know when its going to rain
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Sherly from Bronx, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The teachers are generally helpful and understanding, they relate to you on an individual level and are pretty funny
Am enjoying being here I do like it here, the campus is medium sized and everything is within walking distance. It is not very disabled friendly. It is clean and pretty safe
Bang for the buck definitely worth the price! It is affordable and there are ways of finding more money once you arrive, the financial aid people are really helpful with that stuff
Tips for prospective students the people here are generally closed minded when it comes to equality for all minorities so be prepared for that when you come
Great for these types of students athletic, dance, normal
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Azaria from Purling, NY
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Everyday is a learning experience. At Brockport you have to learn in order to pass, if not your lucky to get a C. Plus if you have trouble there are many ways to get help.
Am enjoying being here I studied abroad to Vietnam and I had the best and most rewarding experience of my life.
Bang for the buck College is expensive but thanks for scholarships its affordable.
Tips for prospective students Just go to college! Visit and take a tour, the worst that will happen is you wont like it and you'll search elsewhere. The alternative, you'll fall in love and join us at Brockport.
Great for these types of students Athletes, Social Workers, Nursing...
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