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3 out of 3 people found this review useful.
Zachary from Moorpark, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Great teachers! Most of whom have been in the professional world. There are tons of interesting classes as well!
Am enjoying being here I love the atmosphere. Clean campus, great cafeteria food, and the counselors want you to get to whatever college you want to transfer to.
Bang for the buck Around 500 dollars a semester, who can beat that honestly? I am paying my way easily with a part time job. If you dont have a job, there is financial aid everywhere. Money is no comparison for the experience.
Tips for prospective students If you are not sure what you want to do as a career, GO HERE. You can get all of your GE done before you transfer. Including most of the time people change their majors at UCs or Universities anyways, however it is much harder at those schools to do it.
Great for these types of students I have many friends who have left their dream schools and came back to go to Moorpark College because they weren't prepared. Moorpark College WILL PREPARE YOU! Not to mention it one of the top community colleges in California. Also, UCs prefer students from community colleges because they are clear on what they want as well as having their GE completed. It is well worth your time.
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2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
Dustin from Irvine, CA
Reviewer is A past student here.
Categories Rating Comments Did learn a lot Great teachers, they know their stuff really well 99 percent of the time.
Did enjoy being here Smaller Community College, less people, aesthetically pleasing campus...what's not to like?
Bang for the buck Community College. Obviously, it's not the expensive, especially if you qualify of the BOGG Waiver through your FAFSA.
Tips for prospective students Don't skip classes!
Great for these types of students Anyone just out of High School, not ready to decide what you want to do yet, but not ready to sit around doing nothing.
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2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
Samantha from Thousand Oaks, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Most of the teachers are quiet knowledgeable and have a good grasp of their subject matter.
Am enjoying being here It's in a beautiful area, but I personally don't like the feel of it. It's just a personal things. Nice professors though.
Bang for the buck 15 Units? Less than $1000 dollars. Yes. Bang for the buck, indeed.
Tips for prospective students If you want to save money, GO TO MOORPARK. However, if you plan on transferring to a private school, check their transfer agreements before signing up for classes. Also, know the CRN numbers before the sign-up dats. Do choir; Vail Keck is a wonderful professor. Take a philosophy class with Janic Daurio; brilliant woman.
Great for these types of students It's great if you have little money or know you want to transfer to the UC/Cal State.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Andrea from Simi Valley, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot I am getting my general education out of the way.
Tips for prospective students It's a great place to explore career possibilities and get general education out of the way.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
anonymous
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Most of the teacher really know their subject. Moorpark gets a bad reputation because its a community college, but its better than most think. Teachers here are required to have their bachelor's degree to be employed. The bad reputation is from the students who slack off and don't work hard. Moorpark has a high transfer rate to 4 year schools.
Am enjoying being here If you attended a nearby high school, it somewhat feels like you never left because you're surrounded by kids you just went to school with. However, it is a nice campus.
Bang for the buck The quality of education here is the same as that of a university, but for alot less. You can save so much money by finishing your general education requiremtns here, then transferring to a 4 year school.
Tips for prospective students Always go to class. After all, you have to go here. Also, the library is your friend. It is possible to transfer in 2 years, you just have to be smart, and use the resources available to you. Talk to counselors about your academic goals to better plan out what classes to take each semester. You can do it, you just have to try!
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Nick from Newbury Park, CA
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Great for these types of students Great for students interested in animal behavior. Apply for the Exotic Animal Training and Management program.
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Summer from Newbury Park, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Moorpark College is a good college for people on a budget. It allows you to complete transferable courses that ease your way into a four-year university. Going to community college has prepared me better for a university rather than going straight out of high school.
Tips for prospective students As soon as you know what you want to major in, go straight to a counselor and figure out an educational plan. As a science major, I had an extensive list of courses to complete prior to transfer, so I have remained at Moorpark an additional year. The sooner you figure it out, the sooner you'll be able to transfer.
Academic Rigor Although it varies with subject, overall, the effort that Moorpark courses require is definitely more demanding than high school. As a science major, science lectures and labs can be very time consuming if you want to excel.
Dorm Life No dorms.
Food and Dining Moorpark College is closing their cafeteria next semester, so this will not be an option.
What to do for fun Go to the library and get work done between classes. Or drive home when you are done for the day. Is community college meant to be fun?
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Daniel from Simi Valley, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences So far my experience has been very rewarding. Good teachers, good courses, helpful staff and general all around feel good atmosphere. I would definitely recommend this community college as a 1st choice and solid option if you can find the courses approporiate for your career path.
Tips for prospective students Start early, stay persistent, do not be afraid to ask for help. Most staff are very friendly and accomodating.
Academic Rigor Pretty strong. There is a real focus on the student's success. A very nice change from previous experiences.
Dorm Life Would not know. I live off campus with my daughter.
Food and Dining Food is adequate. Pretty close to food and dining accomodations. Food and dining within 1/4 - 1/2 mile form school and more selections within 1-5 miles.
What to do for fun That's not a fun question...(lol). Actually, going to school has been fun. Goin out with friends and family, spending time with our daughter and her mother, go to the beach, watch movies...
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Angelina from Northridge, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences as far as community colleges go, moorpark is a great choice. definitely not nearly as crowded as other local community colleges. provides a variety of different classes, interests, and guidance.
Tips for prospective students definitely register at midnight the day you need to register, and check out teachers on ratemyprofessor.com in order to help make decisions. use all the resources available to you: counselors, orientation, transfer center, et cetera.
Academic Rigor the academic rigor all depends on the amount of units you take, the teachers you get, and the type of classes you register for. based off my own experiences, some classes are extremely easy, while others are more challenging. however, it is all very manageable.
Dorm Life no dorm life.
Food and Dining cafeteria food is decent but expensive. luckily, there are plenty of other restaurants and fast food nearby to the campus that can be alternatives.
What to do for fun not much of a social aspect to any community colleges, but there are still clubs, activities, and events you can participate in.
Bang for the buck very cheap. community college is the smartest financial decision you can make. same education you would get at an expensive university for the first two years and you can always transfer afterwards.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus none.
Great for these types of students great for students who are just looking to complete their aa or those who want to transfer to a 4-year institution. moorpark has so many different programs to help transfer students. lots of guidance and help provided here.
Clubs and Activities there are many different types of clubs and sports you can participate in here.
Greek Life no greek life.
Campus Safety very safe, clean campus.
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Anonymous
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences i have actually enjoyed my time at this college. i am currently attending other colleges as well and despite all the budget cuts, moorpark college has more students still fighting and teachers as well for classes to be given back.
Tips for prospective students classes are hard to get at every school, you are no the only one. work hard and fight for what you believe in.
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Hien from Camarillo, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences moorpark college is a life changing experience.
the professors teach with passion.
a lot of friendly students and staff.Tips for prospective students when you start college be prepared to focus on your homework and do reading on your own.
Academic Rigor even though people say its a community college, the level of studying is the same as any other college. it boils down to the professor that takes the time and puts in the effort to teach to their students.
Dorm Life there are no dorms here.
Food and Dining the food here is decent. i find myself packing my own lunches or driving down the street for subway. eat fresh
What to do for fun my friend always have events in los angles he has a group that dj's and promotes japanese culture. i go to those when i'm not studying.
Bang for the buck moorpark college is super cheap! its so worth going to a community college and then transferring. you save money doing your ge's at community colleges. thats a fact. you will do better in a 4 year.
Campus Safety police help you with car incidents, or if the teacher locked the kids out on accident. cameras were installed recently.
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Elisha from Simi Valley, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences moorpark college is a relaxing campus with some friendly people. it's easy to forget about the city with all the wildlife on campus and the beautiful scenery. there are people from different religions, spiritualities, and ideologies here(some of them bizarre and weird); sometimes the professors are very open and vocal about their own philosophies, which can either be good or bad.
Tips for prospective students sign up early for classes, and show up on the first day and consistently for the next two weeks for classes you are waitlisted for or want to get into. be careful of professors who use intimidation or anger to push their own ideologies on students. get there extra early the first two weeks of classes to find parking.
Academic Rigor most professors expect you to do your best and to study. a few professors, however, provide so much extra credit or make things so easy that you could practically sleep through the semester and still get an a.
Dorm Life there are no dorms. you can either live at home or find someone renting out rooms for students.
Food and Dining i have never eaten at the cafe on campus, but i've never heard anything bad. there is a subway restaurant just down the street.
What to do for fun there is a really nice hill side near the music building that a lot of students love to sit on.
Bang for the buck it costs under $50 per unit. also some of the majors can give you an edge later on when employeers consider hiring you. you can interact more with elements of your future career here at moorpark college than you could if you only went to a four-year college.
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Maaz from Simi Valley, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences This institution provides the necessary resources to prepare college students for transfer or any other career path they wish to pursue. The faculty provides the necessary challenges to incite students' thinking. It is an invaluable stepping block to a four-year university.
Tips for prospective students Sign up for classes early. They fill up early due to recent budget cuts
Academic Rigor Don't expect an easy A in your Math and Sciences; you're truly tested on your performance.
Dorm Life This is generally not applicable because it is a commuter school.
Food and Dining Cafeteria food is pretty good for breakfast and lunch, but a little pricey.
What to do for fun Join a club!
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Nikki from Simi Valley, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot I am currently enrolled in a special part of Moorpark College- the Exotic Animal Training and Management program. There is a zoo on campus (yes and actual zoo, with 100+ animals), and students in the program run the zoo while maintaining their education. I have indeed learned so much about my future in an animal career, and am still expecting to learn so much more within the next year!
Am enjoying being here Since I love animals and am in the program with animals, I enjoy every moment of my 13 hour days at the zoo.
Bang for the buck I have a decent price, about $600/semester. However, it can get real pricey, real quick for non-residents! Be sure to try to move in-state a year in advance to try to avoid the high out-of-state costs while you are in the program (if your goal is the EATM program).
Tips for prospective students If you are planning on attending the EATM program, be sure to go to the website moorparkcollege.edu/zoo to ensure you complete the prerequisites for the program before applying. If you are ready to apply, good luck with the lottery-based admittance. Otherwise, to those who get in- congrats! Don't be late to anything, study hard especially for Gary Wilson tests, and above all, enjoy it! :)
Great for these types of students ANY students wanting a job in the animal career field. Anything from zoo employees, to dolphin trainers. Studio sets, to Disney World's Animal Kingdom or Animal Planet. Some even go to endangered animal research and conservation in other countries! Of course some have even gone on to become vets, however this program is more geared towards training and/or husbandry, thus it is not the most direct route to becoming a vet.
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