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2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
Jonathan from Fairfield, CA
Reviewer is A past student here.
Categories Rating Comments Did learn a lot It's a junior college, don't expect state of the art, on the cutting edge of technology, but do expect to learn the basics. You've got to start somewhere and fore getting your GE's out of the way there's not better option. Much more culture and age perspectives brought into discussions.
Did enjoy being here It's school, let's face it. If you want parties, and drinking go find some expensive university. If you honestly want to learn and get though college so you can get on with you life, go the JC route. Napa has just as good a JC as anyone else.
Bang for the buck With the current price raises in tuition it hurts the wallet. Still you can't beat the money you save at the JC. Many teachers are aware that students at a JC struggle for money and go that extra mile to make books cheaper and eliminate costs.
Tips for prospective students Go early, get your paperwork done. Expect to spend a lot of time in line trying to get classes. Everyone wants to go and they except everyone. Sit in on classes, do whatever you have to the first few semesters until you get priority. Work hard and you'll see results.
Great for these types of students Self-motivated, those who don't want to be broke in life, those wanted to later transfer to a 4 year and get that same degree for a whole lot less money.
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Edgar from Napa, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Napa Valley College is an exceptional Community college. Whether you're returning to college, or you're new, the teachers, staff, and student make you feel at home.
Tips for prospective students Here's a tip if you are going to the Napa Valley College: CLUBS CLUBS CLUBS! Join as many clubs as you can! Academics is very stressful, so why not join clubs you can have fun at. You meet more of your peers!
Academic Rigor The classes can be very difficult depending on which class you are interested in taking. But I must say many of the professors are kind and willing to work with you if you work hard!
Dorm Life There is no dorm life at the college, unfortunately.
Food and Dining The food is okay. Many people prefer to go eat out because there's a food court close by.
What to do for fun As mentioned earlier, join the clubs! It's a great way to meet new people and find inner talents that you never knew you had!
Bang for the buck Unfortunately due to budget cuts, the classes are getting shorter and more pricey. But depending on the classes you want to take, make sure you take as many as you can!
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus The unusual traditions on campus are very funny. The current trending event is an event called human vs. zombies.
Great for these types of students The Napa Valley College is great for students who want to live at Napa and learn new things locally.
Clubs and Activities The club life is great! Many students go to several university tours with clubs and there are numerous mic nights and school activities to attend.
Greek Life Unfortunately, there is no Greek life at Napa Valley College.
Campus Safety The campus is by far the nicest campus I've ever been to. The police officers are very kind and help you with anything you need.
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Shawna from Napa, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences it is a good college. i really like all the help i am getting from all the staff members and even students. it is a clean school and i think it is environmentally safe.
Tips for prospective students utilize all the programs that are available to you.
Academic Rigor i do not know what this means.
Dorm Life i dont live in a dorm i am a 34 year old single mother that lives with her parents at the time.
Food and Dining i have'nt had anything that has tasted bad or anything like that. everything has been good
What to do for fun i like to go out withmy friends.
Campus Safety i know for a fact that the school is safe and secure. they have there own police force on campus
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Janet from Napa, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Dorm Life there is no dorm life
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Yadira from Napa, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences small college with great professors willing to help you learn and become active in student activities and clubs. nvc has a sacnas chapter, mesa club and shpe club for those interested in science careers. brand new library with lots of space, many tutoring opportunities and learning services. we have great programs like sss for low income students and a great performing arts center! i love nvc!
Tips for prospective students apply now, take summer classes if you can. be active on campus within clubs or student government.
Academic Rigor free environment, napa is a very safe city, lived here all my life. nvc great place to hangout and study with a lot of freedom.
Dorm Life there are low income housing near school. nvc posts dorm places for students.
Food and Dining food trucks with coming soon new cafeteria, also great fast food places only 3min away.
What to do for fun big grassy area to play frisbee, soccer, or tan. tennis courts, soccer field, track, hiking near by and swimming. many clubs have open mics, dances and events semester long.
Bang for the buck i'm glad i started at nvc, the community college has given me a chance to save up for when i transfer to a 4 year. nvc has a police academy and nursing programs along with many other programs that help students go straight to the work field.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus we support our local community in many ways by bringing them to our campus to many events semester long. we have cultural events, leadership and educational conferences for high school students and many more.
Great for these types of students small community, safe environment, great weather no snow. small size classes. great friendly professors in many areas.
Clubs and Activities sacnas chapter
mesa club and program
shpe club
sss program
black students union
students breaking barriers
asian student union
queer student alliance
anthropology clubGreek Life awesome life
Campus Safety excellent, lock your cars just in case!
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Elizabeth from Fairfield, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences great school, teachers are very helpful and want to see you do well unlike other community colleges i've attended.
Tips for prospective students log on to their web advisor there is a neat feature that plans out what classes you need to take and when to take them
Food and Dining there are a few taco trucks that come to campus but inside the library theres a little coffee shop that has pre made sandwiches
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Tiffany from American Canyon, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Napa Valley College is an excellent place to further your education after high school because the teachers are truly passionate about the subjects they teach which leads to a better education for the students. However it is a community college so the quality of your education is not comparable to the education you would receive attending a four year university, but Napa Valley College provides students with a solid general education foundation for transferring into a university.
Am enjoying being here The campus is smaller so you often see familiar faces in different classes; however the classes are full to beyond capacity. It is very difficult during freshman year to enroll in your desired courses since freshmen have a lower priority. But teachers frequently add people to the class who aren't enrolled, but this causes the teachers to spread their attention among a larger group of students which takes away from the students originally enrolled in the course.
Bang for the buck Financially i believe Napa Valley College provides students with terrific opportunities. They have a financial aid program for low income students in addition to federal work study, which provides paying jobs for students at the college.
Tips for prospective students Prospective students should immediately speak with a councilor who will help the student determine the classes that are transferable and the courses required for particular degrees. If the student is unsure which course of study to pursue the I recommend taking classes that are transferable and that also fulfill requirements for general education just in case the student decides to pursue a four year university later in the future.
Great for these types of students Napa Valley College is great for students who haven't decided what they plan on majoring in,for a student that enjoys teachers who are passionate about the subjects they teach, and for students that can not yet afford a four year university and qualify for financial aid.
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sierra from Napa, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot I am really learning a lot at the Napa Valley college. The teachers here are very enthusiastic about their jobs and really show their love for teaching and knowledge.
Am enjoying being here I enjoy being at the Napa Valley college because this school offers something for everyone. There are so many clubs, activities, and sports that you can get involved in.
Bang for the buck The pricing for the Napa Valley college is perfect. Its a great price for the education you received in return. This college is the perfect place to start your education so you move on to another college with confidence.
Tips for prospective students Put yourself out there. Don't be afraid to get involved and take advantage of every opportunity that is thrown your way.
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Michael from Napa, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Napa Valley College is a good stepping stone for those students who wish to go on to the next level and obtain a higher level of education as well as a degree.
Am enjoying being here I really enjoyed being a member of the Storm. Napa Valley College is a clean campus with great facilities. I was a member of the baseball team which made my two years very enjoyable. The sports programs are very involved and strive to make you succeed.
Bang for the buck NVC is a great way to get an education for the right price. Classes are very inexpensive, parking for a semester is very reasonable as well as the prices for books.
Tips for prospective students I would definitely recommend involving yourself in some sort of activity at the college. Whether that be sports or music or theater. I would also have to say that making sure you meet with a school counselor on a regular basis to make sure you have all the classes needed to graduate.
Great for these types of students The Napa Valley College is great for all types of people. It welcomes anyone who wants to further their education and it is easy on the wallet. It is a great stepping stone to a higher level of schooling and education.
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