Queens University of Charlotte Reviews
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Brittany from Kings Mountain, NC
12/18/2009Reviewer is A current student here.
14 out of 14 people found this review useful. 1 of 18
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Outgoing and fun people. Diversity is really cherished at this school. Athletics department is amazing. People are want to join a sorority or fraternity WITHOUT the risk of being hazed. Our school has a strict NO hazing policy. Finally, anyone who wants an amazing academic adventure or interested in one of the best nursing programs in the state of North Carolina.
Tips for prospective students If you are thinking of choosing this school, or any school at all, make sure you visit the campus and stay overnight. It is important to meet the people there and see how well you connect with them. Do not worry, upperclassmen are not mean that is just in the movies. Visit every college you are interested in and make the right choice; it is must more convenient to stay at one college all four years rather than jumping around. Make sure you like the food, I know that sounds silly but you will starve if you do not like it. All in all, just have fun and get to know people!
Bang for the buck The college may seem like a lot of money at first glance, but they offer great scholarships and finanical aid to everyone.
Am enjoying being here The campus is beautiful and small. It makes it easy to get up and go to class right before time and not worry about having to run to class. The dorms are very nice and clean. Yes, this includes the freshman dorms.
Am learning a lot The teachers and curriculum here is outstanding. You will learn important things to help you further your career.
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Megan from Winston Salem, NC
01/07/2010Reviewer is A current student here.
7 out of 7 people found this review useful. 2 of 18
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Queens is great for any student who wants to be in a close knit community and wants to learn and receive a great college education.
Tips for prospective students Make sure you visit Queens! The campus is beautiful and there are opportunities all year to spend the night with a student and attend classes the next day. It is the perfect opportunity to see if you fit!
Bang for the buck Although the tuition is high, the school is always willing to work with students to help them attend. The financial aid office will look for every scholarship and grant available to the student. The education level and the people make everything worth it. The school contains a number of traditions and clubs and sports and sororities/fraternities and opportunities to explore the city.
Am enjoying being here The school is in a very affluent area in the city of Charlotte. The school is small and everything is within easy walking distance. Although Charlotte is a large city, you would never know it considering where the school is. The clubs and organizations within the school work hard to involve the students not only in the Queens community but within the Charlotte community.
Am learning a lot I just finished my first semester at Queens University of Charlotte and I absolutely love it! The classes are small - there are no classes with more than thirty students. The teachers are skilled and knowledgeable in what they teach. Teachers and students work together and between the professors and the Learning Center for Academic Success, they are determined to help the student learn.
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Megan from Virginia
12/02/2010Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
4 out of 4 people found this review useful. 3 of 18
Categories Comments Tips for prospective students Definitely visit campus, and get acquainted with your admissions counselor! They are all super nice, and they will answer any and every question you have.
Bang for the buck Queens is expensive. But there are tons of financial aid options available for students, and the staff at Queens is more than willing to work with you. More scholarship money is available for more expensive schools, and all I can say is that you get what you pay for.
Will enjoy being here The first time I visited campus was in the summer of 2010, it is so beautiful and just all around amazing. It is really small, but you are in a great neighborhood just a few minutes away from Downtown Charlotte. The buildings are very clean, even the doors, which is always good.
Will learn a lot The teaching staff seems great, and they have an amazing selection of undergrad programs. What attracted me to the school in the first place was their international program. Around 90% of students at queens either do a summer study tour, or study abroad for a semester which is an AMAZING oppurtunity!
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Chanelle from Lanham, MD
01/12/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
4 out of 4 people found this review useful. 4 of 18
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Students looking for a small school. Small class sizes One on One attention Friendly people to meet
Tips for prospective students Be prepared and on top of assignments. Even though this is a small school and the professors are nice and understanding this is still a school and you have to stay focused and not get to rapped up in other things. Getting things done ahead of time prevents last minute work pile ups.
Am enjoying being here Even before you are a student here the students and faculty make you feel welcomed. You are one big community and there are always activities on campus hosted by the different organizations on campus. When you are at Queens being bored is never an option.
Am learning a lot The professors are here to help you. They are very flexible to having meetings if you need additional help and there are even other areas on campus that are here to help you learn as much as possible, such as the center for academic success.
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Angelica from Davidson, NC
09/01/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 2 people found this review useful. 5 of 18
Categories Comments Am enjoying being here great community life
Am learning a lot The professors really help you one on one.
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Maria from Charlotte, NC
01/30/2012Reviewer is A past student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 6 of 18
Categories Comments Great for these types of students social butterflies, academic aware students, sports
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus many campus traditions and annual events.
What to do for fun various clubs,zumba classes, hanging out with friends.
Tips for prospective students do your homework and go to class. make friends,join clubs,and be involved!
In three sentences i would rate queen's university of charlotte an 8. the school is focused on community and character development. the small setting of the school really helps promote these qualities.
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Melissa from Waxhaw, NC
02/05/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 7 of 18
Categories Comments Campus Safety this is a very safe area and campus police are great! i always feel safe on campus.
Bang for the buck its expensive and continues to go up evrey semester, so be prepared for that, but the professors are amazing and love what they do(most of them).
What to do for fun there is a lot to do around campus and off. there is plenty to do to get involved on and off campus. charlotte is so much fun.
Food and Dining there is not a lot to choose from. the cafeteria is not that great and doesn't open up before my morning classes so its not really worth getting a meal plan.
Dorm Life it is nice to live on campus, you can get to any class within 5 mins. right now there is a lot of construction and it is kind of annoying. i am in nursing school and it is not worth living on campus anymore because all of the classes are off campus now.
Academic Rigor professors expect the best from you.
Tips for prospective students make sure that you want to go to a small liberal arts school. people know you by name and expect you to be involved on campus as well as off.
In three sentences beautiful campus in the middle of charlotte. small school where everyone knows each other, it is a tight knit community. professors know you by name and are willing to help.
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Odalys from Charlotte, NC
03/21/2012Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 8 of 18
Categories Comments In three sentences I didn't know what university I wanted to attend when I applied to Queen's. I hardly ever thought about even attending Queen's, but when I went for my first campus visit, I KNEW I HAD TO GO HERE. The atmosphere is amazing, filled with welcoming students and teachers. Everyone is willing to go out of their way to aid you in anything you need. I am looking forward to starting out my fall as a Royal.
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Jalen from Fort Mill, SC
09/15/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 9 of 18
Categories Comments What to do for fun On and Off-campus activities. Group trips and more...
Food and Dining Great food! different choices.
Dorm Life Dorm Life is a good experience to learning independency.
Academic Rigor Queens encourages each student to stay active by joining different organizations.
Tips for prospective students Keep your grades up!
In three sentences A great place to start as a freshman. Smaller classroom settings and the school caters to the needs of each individual student.
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Karen from Newton, NC
03/27/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
0 out of 1 people found this review useful. 10 of 18
Categories Comments What to do for fun I had a lot more fun first semester of my freshmen year but that was because I did not get a lot of work done. For fun, I do like to go out with friends to the club or play sports outside. There are also other on campus activities that go on.
Food and Dining There isn't much choice for food and dining on campus for students who do not have a car. There are some places walking distance about 10 minutes or more but other than that there aren't much option. There is a cafe or dining hall and Lion's Den.
Dorm Life Depending on what dorm you live in, life can be great! Living in freshmen dorm is not all that bad but is not as great as upperclassmen dorm. You'll just have to wait until another year!
Academic Rigor Classes at Queens are small and discussion based. It is important to work very hard in classes because some are rigorous while other may not be.
Tips for prospective students Before you decide to attend, make sure you think about your other options. Queens is a great school but is very expensive for a lot of people. Try to get as much scholarships and aids!
In three sentences Queens is a great place to be if you like small schools. The people are great and there is a great diversity in students. Charlotte is a great city to be in at night.
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Krystyl from Charlotte, NC
04/11/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety haven't been a victim or even heard of anything happening here. and its a small school, the whole campus would hear the police or ambulance
Clubs and Activities if there isn't a club that you would join, they would fund one as long as you weren't the only one that wanted it. i have seen the swim club become the swim team.
Great for these types of students highschool loners flourish here, wierdos and very rich people honestly
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus best thing are Casino night and Boars Head feast, they are the best parts of the fall semster. you have a lot of fun and everyone is invited.
Bang for the buck its pretty expensive, but i enjoy all the people that i meet and want to stay here for that , the small classes, and the friendly atmosphere.
What to do for fun you can literally walk downtown and there is so much to do there, movies that have full meals, bowling, many clubs, and restaurants. and there is a park not too far from school that is beautiful in the fall and spring.
Food and Dining This too depends on the day. if you visit, the food will be good, but slowly goes downhill from there. we wait on the days that they have visitors. food will be good then.
Dorm Life Depending on where you live, it is a fun and happy community, like a home away from home. your Ra's will have fun games and activities to do. its just up to you to do them.
Academic Rigor The teachers help you out as long as you ask questions, but you HAVE to ask. keep up with work, because it is easy to get behind.
Tips for prospective students Applications are free so it is up to you to apply early for the best response time. Make sure that you have good grades and receive scholarships from other places to help with the cost.
In three sentences Queens is a small, close-knit community of students faculty and staff that make it easy and usually fun to learn. It had a beautiful campus and many varying living arrangements. its in the heart of Charlotte.
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Alexis from Durham, NC
06/25/2012Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
12 of 18
Categories Comments Campus Safety Actual Charlotte Police work on the campus.
Great for these types of students Students who like a smaller environment, and don't like to be just a number.
Bang for the buck I received a scholarship, and the financial aid people helped out alot! Talk to them, they will help you!
What to do for fun Hang out in uptown Charlotte.
Tips for prospective students Visit the campus as often as you can, they have many opportunities for you to visit, and ask lots of questions, you may find out something you didn't know before.
In three sentences Awesome staff/teachers/workers, number 2 in the country for travel abroad, 100% of students complete professional internships! AWESOME! AWESOME! AWESOME!
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Mollie from Plymouth, MA
06/28/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
13 of 18
Categories Comments Campus Safety The campus is very small, but there are police patrolling 24 hours a day, all day. It is very well lit and I have personally always felt safe and protected walking around campus.
Greek Life Since Queens is such a small school there are only two Fraternities and four sororities. Each fraternity/sorority is involved in a specific philanthropic organization, plus all Greeks are very involved throughout campus. There is a no hazing policy at Queens University, which makes joining less stressful.
Clubs and Activities There are countless clubs and activities at Queens University. Not only are there varsity sports, but there are many intramural sports as well such as: volleyball, basketball, soccer, etc. There are other clubs/organizations such as: CUB, Relay for Life, T2U, along with many honor societies.
Great for these types of students Great for someone looking to go somewhere that is very involved in the community and connecting the students to the real world. It is for students who want to excel in life and those who truly want to reach their goals in life. Queens' staff will aid all students in reaching what they truly want in life.
Bang for the buck At first, Queens seems extremely expensive. Since it is a small private university, they are more willing to give out scholarships and financial aid to those who are in need. I thought Queens University was out of my price range until I received my financial package, which turned out to be cheaper than going to a state school.
What to do for fun Join a club or organization! The best way to have fun is by staying involved. Trying new activities with friends is the best way to bond. Plus, Queens is about 3 miles from uptown Charlotte, which offers many restaurants, shopping areas, bars, and much more. It is a great and modern city to explore.
Food and Dining The food is decent. It is much better than the food at a large university, but it can seem repetitive. The only complaint I have is that the dining room closes around 7:30 p.m. and opens around 7 a.m. I think it should have more availability and be open more and longer throughout the day.
Dorm Life All of the dorms are clean and updated. Every room has enough space for the number of people intended. You become family with the other students living around your building and throughout the campus. Everyone becomes super close.
Academic Rigor After completing my freshman year, I reflected on the number of hours I studied for for each test and final exam. It added up to a huge number of hours. The courses are difficult, but make students think outside of the box and push them to think farther than they ever expected. New concepts and ideas are explored daily.
Tips for prospective students Get involved! Step out of your comfort zone and try something you are actually interested in, not just something your friends are doing! Be open minded. Try to get to know some people that you may not first think of being your best friend; I'm sure you will find some really great characters. Last but not least, find balance in life. Study enough to make remarkable grades, but also have fun and experience life.
In three sentences Queens University was my top choice, and definitely proved my preconceived opinions true. Not only is the campus beautifully built of brick and flourishing with gardens, the atmosphere is remarkable. I truly experienced a wonderful connection with my professors and was given the best education one could ask for.
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Jose from Brownsummit, NC
07/10/2012Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
14 of 18
Categories Comments In three sentences Queen's has a small an friendly community. The staff at Queen's is very friendly and helpful. The campus easy to get around and very lively.
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Shenita from Charlotte, NC
08/07/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
15 of 18
Categories Comments Academic Rigor Nursing is like no other major. You will need to have a good foundation in a lot of academic areas. As stated before, it requires a lot of hard work. But if you are serious and put your all into it, you will come out as a shining star!
Tips for prospective students As a nursing student, it is very wise to have completed the majority if not all of your prerequisites before applying. Nursing requires a lot of studying and hard work. It is beneficial to you if you don't have to split your time with other courses.
In three sentences Queens (Presbyterian School of Nursing) is a small, personable school who has shown themselves interested in their student's educational growth. My teachers are easily accessible. The fact that we are closely associated with a hospital makes a world of difference.
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Julie from Charlotte, NC
08/27/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
16 of 18
Categories Comments Campus Safety There are campus police on watch 24/7 on Queen's Campus. They are real police men and women that work for Queen's.
Greek Life There is greek life for women and men. They have their own houses on Queen's Campus that meet weekly with each other. They also do a lot of community service as a whole group.
Clubs and Activities There are many inter mural sports and clubs that students can join. There are certain clubs that you meet monthly that is directly for the students to express their opinions on how to better Queen's.
Great for these types of students Students who are school driven, and do well in small classes would be a perfect fit for Queen's. You become close with your professors where you are not a number in a classroom. The professors know you personally. They know your strengths and weaknesses and help you learn and get better at the subject at hand.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus The campus is beautiful. It is surrounded by Myers Park community with articulate houses. Trees and sculptures are placed all around the campus.
Bang for the buck Queen's is more a pricey school, but the education and professors are worth every penny. Plus graduating from Queen's is looked very greatly upon, and many companies and businesses are interested in where someone acquired their degree from.
What to do for fun There are Sunday Funday's one Sunday a month during the fall and spring so students can hang outside, grill hotdogs and hamburgers for the day. There are also movie nights on Friday's where Queen's has a huge screen that students can watch at night. Also throughout the year there are many fun get together and activities held for students to get to know each other.
Food and Dining Queens has a coffee shop, cafeteria, and a lions den. The cafeteria is all you want buffet and many different options hot or cold food. The coffee shop is ran by Starbucks products and coffee, along with other sandwiches, fruit, and salads made by Queens. The Lions Den is a nice hangout for lunch and dinner where all sorts of grilled food is made with TVS, jukebox, and pool table is so students can grab a bite to eat and hang out with friends.
Dorm Life Everyone should experience dorm life when they go to college. Queens requires freshman and sophomores to live on campus and then after that they can move off campus or stay on if that's what they prefer. The dorm life is very clean, and Queens has many activities to keep students occupied.
Academic Rigor The academics at Queens get everyone involved rather than listening to boring lectures. There are many assignments that you must complete outside of class.
Tips for prospective students Get to know your professors well. They will go out of your way to help you succeed in their classes, and will gladly meet with you outside of class to improve your grade or skills in that class.
In three sentences Queens University of Charlotte has a motto of Not to be served, but to serve. That is exactly what the students, professors, and the community around Queens does. Everyone is helping out each other for the best success.
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Kimberly from Scaly Mountain, NC
02/08/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments What to do for fun Intramural's are extremely fun at Queens along with going out to the CUB events. Many people join Greek Life, which creates bonds as sisters and brothers for life. There are movies shown weekly and you can also find a friend to travel off-campus to Amelie's and grab some french pastries!
Food and Dining There is an excellent sandwich station, but the line can get long. Make sure you plan your schedule around the dining halls hours, otherwise it might be a long day without any food. The lions den is a good place to find food at night, but it also has restricted hours.
Dorm Life Leave your dorm door open and people will just stop by to say hey. Attending dorm activities is a great way to make friends and become closer with your RAs.
Academic Rigor Most teachers assign a lot of reading, so do assignments ahead of time instead of waiting until the last minute.
Tips for prospective students Do not overload yourself with too many activities and classes. If you find a job on/off campus, make sure you have enough time to commit to your studies. Get involved in at least two organizations on campus, it is a great way to meet other students.
In three sentences Queens University has great academics. It is a beautiful campus with many places to lounge about. It also has an extremely friendly student body population.
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Ebony from NC
04/01/2013Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.
18 of 18
Categories Comments Campus Safety Because it's so small, many students leave their purses and things around the campus without fear of anyone stealing them. Also, there are police officers there to help and direct students whenever they need assistance.
Greek Life Queens has a no hazing policy, so Greek life is safe and fun. They also do not dominate the campus, so students who aren't interested in will not feel overwhelmed.
Clubs and Activities Lots to do and friendly people to help you do it! If you can't find a club you like, Queens encourages you to make your own. There's a newly formed Hispanic club as evidence of this.
Great for these types of students If you are interested in studying abroad, Queens is the match for you! Your tuition covers air and ground travel, living accommodations with breakfast, AND the costs of admission to historic sites and museums. (All this information is listed on their website under the study abroad section). Their list of available countries is ever growing, and the areas studied are extensive. Also, if you love serving others, Queens is a perfect match because students are always travelling off campus to preform service projects.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Queens emphasizes community service in almost every area of the campus. It's wonderful for students who are passionate about giving back.
What to do for fun The school is located directly in downtown Charlotte, which is a big city with movie theaters, malls (the most popular is Concord Mills), hair salons, downtown shops, and the like located all over the city. There is also a shuttle to bring students to and fro Charlotte. Also, there are tons of campus activities.
Food and Dining The food is pretty quality. There is a salad bar, an ice cream station, and different foods (ie pasta, chicken, Mexican foods) set up in a fashion similar to Golden Corral most days of the week. There is also a Starbucks on campus for students and a mini ice cream shop.
Dorm Life Dorms are SMALL and co-ed by section (girls on the right side, boys on the left side of the building). Also, because the school emphasizes a 'family' environment, many keep their doors open, and do not lock them at night. It is a little surprising at first, but is easy to get used to. I stayed overnight at the college to experience this.
Tips for prospective students I learned while on a campus tour that Queens strongly emphasizes writing skills. The director of diversity and inclusion informed students to be prepared to write lots of papers while on campus. Also, don't stress out to much about test scores because Queens looks at students holistically. At the same time, however, don't blow off the tests. Practice and do your best, but if you're just not the testing type, you can still get in if you have challenging courses, meet the GPA requirement, and have quality extra-curricular activities.
In three sentences It is a very small school that is great for students who value quality relationships with professors. Queens goes to great lengths to make sure students are comfortable on campus by offering a wide array of student-run clubs, food choice options, and campus activities. Although the school is not very diverse, the students and teachers are very friendly and extremely enthusiastic about both meeting and learning from minority Americans and international students.
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