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Gateway Community College Reviews

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See Gateway Community College reviews submitted by students. Find out what students have to say about various aspects of attending Gateway Community College. Read about academic experiences and campus life in these free Gateway Community College reviews, or contribute your own Gateway Community College review if you're a current student there.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Deborah from North Haven, CT

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Tips for prospective students

    Take the time to fill out the financial aid forms. Also enjoy all the free talks they offer.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who are non-traditional who want to start with an Associate Degree

  • Christal from Hamden, CT

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Excellent school in which the majority of the professors work in the field they are teaching so they can provide you with great examples and insight lending itself to a great education.
    Academic Rigor

    This school offers a wide variety of classes: remedial programs, ESL, Professional Studies as well as general courses.
    Food and Dining

    There is only one place to dine in the school at the moment however there are many other places within walking distance that are not too expensive.

  • Toriann from Meriden, CT

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Gateway Community College is a supportive environment and has been helpful while planning my academic goals. They have strong and very active groups and honor societies. Gateway is currently building a new state of the art campus that looks beautiful and is very technologically advanced.
    Tips for prospective students

    I recommend entering their general studies program if you are still undecided on a major. They were very helpful designing a course schedule that would offer the most exposure to different fields. There is a strong number of students that are attending Gateway for their nursing program and they are very welcoming and involved.
    Academic Rigor

    Their academic course are tough and competitive although faculty is very involved and want to help students succeed. Many of the professors teach at nearby large colleges and universities and have the same expectations from us as they do their other classes.
    Dorm Life

    At Gateway there is no on campus housing, every student has to commute.
    Food and Dining

    The cafeterias have excellent food and are reasonably priced. They offer meals throughout most of the day and are quick to serve you after ordering the meals. The menu is large and very open to each students likely. I especially like the bacon, egg, & cheese sandwiches they serve during breakfast!
    What to do for fun

    There are many activities and groups you can join at Gateway. The office of college life is always running programs such as trips to Six Flags New England and to see other popular areas in the Northeast. Prices are great to on average a trip runs from 10 to 20 dollars and school picnics on the lawn are free to attend and mingle with other students and faculty.

  • Daniel from New Haven, CT

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    gateway community college offers a decent learning environment with knowledgable professors. some of the courses are dumbed down a little due to the type of students that the college attracts, but there are still opportunities provided to get a quality education if the student is willing to put in the extra effort.
    Tips for prospective students

    parking can be a nightmare depending not he time and day of the class so show up early.
    Academic Rigor

    the abilities of a good deal of the student has slowed down the curriculum in several of the courses that i ave taken so far. despite this, the professors still try to give a quality education to the students who are looking for one and are more the willing to spend extra time with you tho achieve that goal.
    Food and Dining

    the food on campus is pretty good but the cafeterias a the current campuses are small.
    What to do for fun

    honestly, i'm not sure. there seem to be a lot of activities going on all the time but i work full time in addition to going to school so i haven't attended any.
    Bang for the buck

    this school is very affordable and the financial aid department will help you in any way that they can. you can get a good education at a very reasonable price.
    Great for these types of students

    students who are working and need a wide offering of class times to pick from so that school does not interfere with other responsibilities.
    Campus Safety

    security guards and cameras at both campuses plus many more planned for the new one they are building.

  • Daniela from Wallingford, CT

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Gateway it's a nice community college. I would give it a 7 out of 10. Professor are great very nice and school is very helpful.

  • Dawn from East Haven, CT

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

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    Will learn a lot

    I attended a beginners computer class. I learned all the basics of a computer, and finally was no longer SCARED of this piece of technology.
    Will enjoy being here

    After not being in school for over 20 some-what years I was a little worried I was too late and too old. But my teacher and fellow students made the experience fun, knowledgeable, and learn eager. So, I am looking forward to attending once again because I know Gateway will fill me with all the knowledge, tools and experience I will need to success.
    Great for these types of students

    Gateway is wonderful for the student who strives to do better, and wants to succeed in the career of their choice.

  • Lysette from New Haven, CT

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I'm learning PLENTY!!! Believe me. (It's all good!)
    Even though it's just a community college, don't expect things to be so easy. The professors here really *work* their students, and for good reason too -- they want to see their students SUCCEED. But don't be alarmed!!!
    Many professors are willing to walk that extra mile to make sure their students get the hang of all of their material learned in class. They stay after school, come in on weekends, and communicate through email to help students with any problems concerning homework, essays, and presentations.

    Am enjoying being here

    There's plenty to do here at the school -- with over 20 different clubs and groups that meet every week after class (I, myself, am involved in the GWCC Gaming Club!!! It's the best, by the way.) and so there's no end to the events that go on here at Gateway. There are tons of events funded by the Office of College Life -- with everything from video game tournaments to student get-togethers, field trips and music events, you're sure to find people who have the same interests as you, and hey, what could be better than having more friends?
    Bang for the buck

    Every 4 year college starts out with the basics during the first 2 years of your education -- Math, English, (and depending on your major) History and Science. By choosing to start out at a community college, and then transferring to a 4 year university, you're making a real money-saving decision in the long run! And here's the real kicker: many students come to Gateway with their tuition completely paid for!

    Tips for prospective students

    Even if it's only a community college, don't mess around in your Junior year. Remember -- whatever college you'll be transferring to after your 2 years at Gateway will still be viewing your high-school transcript, and colleges consider both the Junior and Senior years of high school to be your most important years.
    Second, remember to speak with a guidance counselor when you're accepted to Gateway. When transferring to another college after you've spent time here at Gateway, you need to know which credits will transfer, and which ones won't. You don't want to have spent all your time here to learn that only a few of your hard-earned credits will transfer to your new college.
    Last, make sure you get involved in a few clubs here at the school. Making friends in college can be difficult, and having people who will always have your back will make you feel a lot better than trying to go about your college education SOLO.
    Great for these types of students

    Many people with children and demanding jobs might find it much easier to start their college education at Gateway Community College than if they decided to go straight to a four-year university. Gateway Community College is also great for people who want to go for a simple Associate's Degree in the field of their choice.

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