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SUNY Empire State College Reviews

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

  • 3 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    D from holliswood, NY

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has not been to campus.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Will learn a lot

    It will online at my time
    Will enjoy being here

    Has all the course i need
    Great for these types of students

    great for students that are employed full time

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Tara from Huntington Station, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    I AM A BUSINESS MAJOR AT EMPIRE STATE COLLEGE. I WANT TO PURSUE A TOWARD MY MBA IN BUSINESS. I LOVE THE BUSINESS WORLD AND EXPANDING MY KNOWLEDGE IN BUSINESS CULTURE AND DIVERSITY.
    Tips for prospective students

    STUDENTS SHOULD ASK THEIR PROFESSOR ABOUT WHAT KIND OF GOALS THEY WANT TO ACHIEVE DURING THEIR COLLEGE JOURNEY.
    Academic Rigor

    GRADES ARE MOSTLY IMPORTANT.
    Dorm Life

    I AM A COMMUTER.
    Food and Dining

    I LOVE DINING.
    What to do for fun

    I LOVE GOING TO THE MOVIES AND TRAVELING.
    Bang for the buck

    I AM A COUPON QUEEN!!!!!!
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    ATTEND EVERY EVENT YOU CAN SEE FOR FREE.
    Great for these types of students

    IT HELPS STUDENT BUILD CHARACTER.
    Clubs and Activities

    ITS GREAT TO BE A PART OF THESE EVENT FOR NEW GROWTH IN EXPERIENCE.
    Campus Safety

    VERY IMPORTANT FOR THE WELL BEING OF THE STUDENTS.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Sherry from Canandaigua, NY

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

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    I am starting there in the fall, so far out of six people I have spoken with that have attended this college only one has not liked it. I believe this is good odds. The college has a great success rate and graduation rate. I am really looking forward to continuing my education.
    Tips for prospective students

    I was informed that you need to be able to write well and that there is no test there. I do find this appealing, because I suffer from test anxiety. I have learned how to write a paper well so I feel very encouraged about attending.
    Academic Rigor

    I do not know about their academic rigor yet; however, I was warned to ask for someone else for a mentor if I got a certain professor, but it appears I did not get here.
    Dorm Life

    There is no dorms with Empire because there is online learning.
    Food and Dining

    There is all kinds of restaurants around the town. We have colleges in our small town. I have recently graduated from the one college and now will be attending the other.
    What to do for fun

    Well, I find my learning fun and going to church, but for others there is social life around the town, a big lake and lots of woods.
    Bang for the buck

    Empire we will meet with our mentor once a week or every other week I was explained if we wish to besides the phone, to help us with our studies. I was informed for being an online school they are very helpful to the students.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    The campus is a small building. It is not very big. It has a few rooms in it. I believe the one in Rochester is a lot bigger, that is where there is a lot of face-to-face meeting occur.
    Great for these types of students

    Empire is great for students who like to learn on their own and who do not need a lot of baby sitting. I was also informed it is for students who take imitative and who are motivated.
    Clubs and Activities

    I do not know the answer to this question yet; however I do know there is a work study program, so I am sure there are clubs and actives for the students to get involved in. I hope to get involved in a business club.
    Greek Life

    I am not sure what their sororities are.
    Campus Safety

    I do not know yet but I am sure it is up to standards.

  • Sean from Binghamton, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    Empire State College is the perfect school for working adults. This college will allow those who entered the workforce early in life to advance at a later stage. The unique approach to education is very beneficial to those who are non-traditional students.
    Tips for prospective students

    Always stick it out. Make sure you communicate with your mentors, they are there to help. Set realistic goals and remember that without sacrifice, success cannot happen.
    Great for these types of students

    Non Traditional. Working adults with families.

  • Carolyn from Tampa, FL

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    This is a college that have well trained teachers that will work with you, and they always answer your emails in a timely manner. The teachers also respond to questions in discussion in a timely manner.
    Tips for prospective students

    Students should be perpared to work hard and produce their work on time. Students should be able to keep up with the rest of the class.
    Academic Rigor

    The academic that you choose can be challenging, but the results of hard work serves a good purpose.
    Dorm Life

    Do not apply to me
    Food and Dining

    Do not apply to me
    What to do for fun

    Do not apply to me
    Bang for the buck

    Great online classes
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Do not apply
    Great for these types of students

    Online classes are great for students that are busy with family and work.
    Clubs and Activities

    Do not apply to me
    Greek Life

    Do not apply to me
    Campus Safety

    I guess the campus is secured, I am an online student.

  • Online Student

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has not been to campus.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    It is easy to get in contact with your advisor and they are so helpful. My advisor has kept in touch with me even when I had to take some time off and was very understanding of my issue.
    Tips for prospective students

    I haven't taken a class yet, so any information I give probably won't be as helpful as another returning students would be.
    Academic Rigor

    It seems that they are interested in your academics and want to help you do your best.
    Dorm Life

    I am an online student so I can not comment on this part.
    Food and Dining

    Same goes for this part.

  • Sandra

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has not been to campus.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    This college is for the adult student looking to have control of their own degree plan. It is not the traditional setting. The mentors are your link to the school and your degree. The main setting for this college is online courses.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be ready to be completely responsible for your degree, from degree planning to ensuring you have everything needed for graduation.
    Academic Rigor

    I have yet to take a class at this institution.
    Dorm Life

    I will not be living in a dorm. I live off-campus.
    Food and Dining

    I will not be eating on campus.
    What to do for fun

    With the setting for the courses being online, the fun is what you make of it.
    Great for these types of students

    Adults - matriculating or students who prefer to do their learning via online courses.

  • Suzanne from Buffalo, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    I love this college setting, I am going to the center for distant learning. I am able to work at my own pace. This allows me freedom to work and raise my children, while I do my papers and research at times that are convenient to me.
    Tips for prospective students

    You have to be very self-disciplined to do the work.
    Academic Rigor

    There are not many courses that require tests, but tons of paper writing, and research.
    Dorm Life

    Does not apply.
    Food and Dining

    Does not apply.

  • Matthew from Hartford, CT

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    It was a great way for me to re-enter school as an adult with considerable college experience under my belt. The student body is incredibly diverse and the faculty is very committed to the students. While I would prefer not to take on-line classes, I was grate that Empire State offered this option as it made it easier for me to take the classes needed to complete my degree.
    Tips for prospective students

    You must be clear about what you are pursuing, with respect to educational and career goals. The college has few requirements -- you must be self-directed and self-motivated to succeed. If you lack the focus and motivated, you may want to either begin with the General Education requirements or simply attend a residential college that has more structure.
    Academic Rigor

    Some variability with respect to the classes, but generally speaking, you get out of the classes what you put in to it. Some faculty are more committed to providing useful critique than others.
    Dorm Life

    This is not a residential college. Where you live is up to you!
    Food and Dining

    This is not a residential college. What you eat is up to you!
    What to do for fun

    This is not a residential college, so what you do for fun is up to you!
    Bang for the buck

    For in-state students, this is an absolutely great deal.
    Great for these types of students

    Self-motivated, independent, older students with some college already under their belt.
    Clubs and Activities

    Since this is not a residential school and since it has so many satellite locations, clubs and activites are not a priority here.
    Campus Safety

    I felt entirely safe any time I was going to a class at Empire State, whether in Manhattan, Brooklyn, or Staten Island.

  • Jessica from Schenectady, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    empire is a great school for adults. the teachers and mentors work with you and your schedule. it is a great school to get an education from!
    Tips for prospective students

    call them and fill out an application.
    Academic Rigor

    the work is very interesting and keeps the student involved.
    Dorm Life

    there are no dorms.
    Food and Dining

    there is no cafeteria
    Bang for the buck

    definitely a great value for the money. suny school at a fraction of the cost.
    Great for these types of students

    great for adult learners especially if you work and have a family.

  • Natalie from Buffalo, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    a great place for the non-traditional student to have it all - a full-time life as well as school. the local campuses and mentors are great for independent learners who like to meet their instructors directly, and the center for distance learning is great for students who enjoy the ability to study anytime, anywhere. suny empire state college allows students to choose the way they want to learn, and achieve your goals, your way.
    Tips for prospective students

    it is important to really understand the amount of dedication it will take to be an independent student or distance learner. it is not like the traditional classroom, and much of the work is done on your own.
    Academic Rigor

    classes are available in many subjects, and can be very demanding. there is a lot of reading, and papers, but it is very rewarding as well.
    What to do for fun

    there are opportunities to get involved with student activities, such as the online school newsletters, baseball games, carnivals, and conferences, as well as additional activities at the local campuses.
    Bang for the buck

    suny empire state college is a state school, so tuition is very affordable. you get a great education for the price. this college is a great fit for a working adult with a family who wants to finish a degree or work on a new one. students do not have to be regimented to a traditional class schedule.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    not known.
    Great for these types of students

    responsible younger students who are dedicated to their studies; non-traditional adult students with families and full-time jobs; recreational students who would like to continue their education.
    Clubs and Activities

    school newspaper, mentorship opportunities, conferences, carnivals, student outings.

  • Grace from Cheektowaga, NY

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

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    i enjoy going to suny empire state college because i can do my studies at my own pace.

    being a mother and employed it is more convenient for my children to know that i am at home not to mention getting supper started

    the tutors/mentors are great and have helped me in a tremendous way
    Tips for prospective students

    enjoy!!! it is very flexible to your needs of what you want your degree to be in
    Academic Rigor

    love it
    Dorm Life

    no dorm where i go
    Bang for the buck

    i just think it is a great college for the working professional.

    there are on line courses, meeting with the mentor or work study groups
    Great for these types of students

    working people
    Clubs and Activities

    empire state foundation

  • Renee from Garfield Heights, OH

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has not been to campus.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    So far everything is going smoothly. Their orientation process was easy and very informative.m I can't wait to start learning!
    Tips for prospective students

    Do your research tot make sure you are happy with you school choice and that5 you can complete your education there. Be sure your credits transfer!

  • Sarah from Mountaindale, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    Really hard college. The work is really hard. For one course I was writing 4 page papers every two weeks.....
    Am enjoying being here

    Working too hard is more like it, and my 'mentor' hasn't been too helpful at all...
    Bang for the buck

    You're getting a good degree, But it is quite expensive.
    Tips for prospective students

    Don't read all the reading material in the online classes - it takes too much times, but find some other way to get the info inside of you faster.
    Great for these types of students

    really smart, hard working, very very very self motivated.

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