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Emmanuel College Reviews

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  • 10 out of 10 people found this review useful.

    Sarah from East Hartford, CT

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The professors really make an effort to make sure students understand the material. The small student-to-faculty ratio allows for better comprehension and focused learning.
    Am enjoying being here

    Being such a small school (there are roughly 500 students in the freshman class), Emmanuel is very community-driven: the student body is a family. There is something for everyone here, whether on campus or in the city of Boston - Emmanuel's extended campus.
    Bang for the buck

    Despite having high tuition costs (roughly $32,000), Emmanuel College is a private school funded by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. Their financial aid is wonderful; I don't know a single student that has not received a scholarship or grant from the school. Nearly everyone is paying less than half tuition.
    Tips for prospective students

    Get to know faculty before you make your decision - Emmanuel didn't have the major I wanted and they helped me form my own curriculum in order to make an individualized major before I even enrolled. It is easy to network within the Emmanuel community, and the faculty will be more than willing to be flexible for your own academic needs.
    Great for these types of students

    Emmanuel College is great for students who want a big or small school - while the college has a small amount of students, it is still in the city, which (depending on your preference) provides a gateway to many different worlds. Division III Basketball, Tennis, Lacrosse, Soccer, Volleyball, Softball, and Cross Country, as well as many additional intramural sports provide athletic opportunities. Our heavily involved Theater Guild, award-winning Dance Team, and prestigious art program allow students to express their creativity. Altogether, a communal student body and a caring faculty are present for students looking for a home-away-from-home.

  • 5 out of 5 people found this review useful.

    Kathryn from Boston, MA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The professors and staff here at Emmanuel are great! They all have a passion for what they do and they genuinely care about their students. End of semester professor reviews help the school keep the best professors, weed out the bad, and improve all.
    Am enjoying being here

    Emmanuel College is a very close community. It's very hard to be an outsider or outcast. There are always fun activities to promote school spirit and community building.
    Bang for the buck

    Despite the high cost of Emmanuel, there are plenty of scholarships and grants to go around. Most, if not all, students receive some sort of help from the school. The financial aid staff is incredibly helpful in tapping into financial resources, both on and off campus.
    Tips for prospective students

    Take advantage of the fact that Emmanuel is such a small school. Due to its small size, the classroom setting is friendly and intimate, making it easier to get to know your classmates and professors. This is a crucial factor in becoming a successful student.
    Great for these types of students

    Emmanuel College is a small school in a large city. I chose the school because I wanted to be have a small school atmosphere, but the big city experience. For students who are from small cities or schools and want to have a big city experience without feeling lost, Emmanuel is a great choice!

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Brianna from Hillsdale, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    The school is very small and it feels like being in high school all over again. However the professors do know who you are and are there to help you. The social scene is horrible if you do not know upperclassman who have houses or apartments off campus.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure you are prepared to go to high school all over again. The same drama from high school happened at Emmanuel.
    Academic Rigor

    Some courses are pretty tough but others are not so bad. It really depends on the professor.
    Dorm Life

    The dorms are pretty nice. They are usually very clean and I have not had a problem with them. The dorms and suites in Julie Hall are beautiful.
    Food and Dining

    The food is the same almost every week. There is not much variation.
    What to do for fun

    Most people go to off campus upperclassman apartments for parties. While we are right in the city, very few people actually utilize that feature.
    Bang for the buck

    The school is very expensive. You're better off going to BU for less money and getting and even bigger city experience.
    Great for these types of students

    This college is great for students who come from high schools that were not very big or people who want to repeat high school.
    Clubs and Activities

    There are a lot of clubs and activities on campus. Many of the activities are campus though are not very fun and pretty lame.
    Greek Life

    There is no greek life at Emmanuel. Emmanuel's greek life could be considered their varsity sports.
    Campus Safety

    I always feel safe on campus. I walk around at 1 in the morning coming back from the library and I have never felt unsafe.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Amanda from Hudson, NH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Tips for prospective students

    Some look to transfer from Emmanuel because of its small size. I personally love the small size because professors give you personal attention.
    Great for these types of students

    Those who need personal help from professors
    Those who love the city
    Those looking to join the sciences

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Sam

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The classes at Emmanuel are challenging in a way that keeps me on my toes but does not leave me feeling constantly overwhelmed. As a pre-med major, I am in both biology and chemistry this semester and I am having to learn much more material than I am used to with much less help from the professor. This might sound scary, but it is easy to get used to and at Emmanuel you are given many outlets to ask for help in your classes.
    Am enjoying being here

    College life at Emmanuel is great. The sense of community here is something I had never experienced before. The dorms are great. The rooms are a little small, but that's to be expected of college dorms. The food is GREAT, many kids from the surrounding colleges of the fenway come and sneak into our cafeteria because our food is so much better. Living at Emmanuel is great and makes the transition to college life pretty easy.
    Bang for the buck

    Emmanuel is a little more expensive than I had anticipated. You're charged a fee for everything, and as a science major I have to pay $200 in lab fees this year. The bill is about 47k a year, and with financial aid I'm ending up paying 17k a year.
    Tips for prospective students

    Show a lot of interest in your field. Emmanuel is looking for committed students who will boost their numbers, so to speak, so if you're really into whatever you're doing, you're more likely to be accepted.
    Great for these types of students

    Science majors! Emmanuel puts a lot of their money into science programs, so if you're looking for a great science program, you'll definitely find it here.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Maureen from Middleboro, MA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The teachers are wonderful. They want to help you and don't mind staying after class or making appointments. They love when students go to their office hours.
    Am enjoying being here

    The campus and city are incredible. The campus is beautiful and very well kept. It doesn't matter what you are interested in, because there is most likely a club for in. If there isn't one, it's easy to make one.
    Bang for the buck

    College is expensive, but they try to help you out.
    Tips for prospective students

    VISIT!!
    Great for these types of students

    anyone who wants a small school in a city.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Erin from Ashland, MA

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

    Categories Rating Comments
    Academic Rigor

    i'm a biology major and with the surrounding hospitals and the new science labs, i know that i can learn so much!
    Will enjoy being here

    They have a very close-knit community and have hundreds of clubs and sports.
    Bang for the buck

    emmanuel has all new labs and the place is spotless. the professors go the extra mile to make you feel comfortable!
    Tips for prospective students

    get good grades and have fun! always do your best no matter what!
    Great for these types of students

    any type of student can come to emmanuel! since it is a liberal arts school, we do offer mostly anything, especially with the colleges of the fenway.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Jazmarie from Revere, MA

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

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    Will learn a lot

    There are no T.A's so the learning is one on one. small classes and no lectures seem great.
    Will enjoy being here

    I adored this campus. It is right in the heart of Boston so you are close by to everything you could possibly need. And not only that but it has this sense of community that no other college in the area has. I love this school.
    Bang for the buck

    For a Boston school the price is so good.

  • Nancy from West Roxbury, MA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    I am part of their GPP program for Rn to BSN students.
    Excellent and convenient to Boston.
    Very helpful faculty and staff for students.
    Tips for prospective students

    Take advantage of all that Boston has to offer you...go to a game, see a show and walk the Freedom Trail!
    Academic Rigor

    It is hard but if you apply yourself you can do it!
    Dorm Life

    I commute
    Food and Dining

    The food is great
    What to do for fun

    lots of stuff to do in the Fenway area...Red Sox
    Bang for the buck

    great
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    every year the Colleges of the Fenway have a friendly competition The Amazing Race Boston.
    Great for these types of students

    anyone and everyone
    Clubs and Activities

    lots to do.
    Greek Life

    none
    Campus Safety

    very safe

  • Devin from West Springfield, MA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    The Psychology Department is the best, but everything else could use some work. There is a large construction project going on. Programming and clubs can be difficult.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure that you are ready for dorm life, especially if you are not local! But also don't be afraid to experience some of the better parts of Boston.
    Academic Rigor

    Psychology -- a highly accomplished and funny group of people! My adviser is the biopsych professor and is the funniest guy! They are all willing to help. Many other faculty members are as well, but I am most trusting of my department.
    Dorm Life

    Girls are messy and the guys floors smell. Every spring there is generally some sort of sickness that goes around while everyone is stressed for finals, but that is fairly typical of dorm living... however, it can be a little disturbing not being able to use the oven provided on the floor because people break it.
    Food and Dining

    The food is fantastic at first, but like anything, there is little variety sometimes and it makes you crave home-cooked meals.
    What to do for fun

    I, personally, love walking. The aquarium, Quincy Market, North End, Prudential Center, etc are all pretty fun. I am dying to go to Fenway for a game though!
    Bang for the buck

    I have a boyfriend and job at home, so travelling two hours away from them wasn't exactly my best move. However, I don't want to transfer because I feel that I would never find such amazing Psychology professors! After all, I am there for the academics not the experience.
    Clubs and Activities

    They offer a lot of different clubs, but running one can be a huge pain and almost detrimental to your mood and experiences at school. After having started my own and running another, I felt like I owned a small business with the amount of stress and paperwork the events and such required -- I just was paying to do it rather than getting paid! It may be best to just let others plan events for you to enjoy here.

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