St. Francis College Reviews
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Chrissie from Brooklyn, NY
07/13/2009Reviewer is A current student here.
9 out of 9 people found this review useful. 1 of 15
Categories Comments Great for these types of students If you need to take the train it's right down the block! If you love to go shopping in your spare time, the train will take you to the city in 10 minutes. If you love professors who love what they do, this is the college for you!
Tips for prospective students This college is a little pricey, but defiently worth it. With no more then 20 students in a classroom, you can really pay attention and create a bond with all your professors and not just be a face in the crowd!
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Natalie from spring valley, NY
07/07/2009Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
8 out of 8 people found this review useful. 2 of 15
Categories Comments Great for these types of students St Francis College is a great college for students wanting to go to a cheap private school. If you love the city this is a great school. Brooklyn heights is close to Manhattan. If you are looking for a fresh start this is the way to go. New friends and new experiences.
Tips for prospective students The school is beautiful. The first time I saw it I feel in love with it and knew this is where I was going to go. There are securitys everywhere for you to feel safe. The deans and everybody is so friendly and respectful towards you.
Will enjoy being here The college is in the middle of everything. You have the subway right next to you. Manhattan is just one stop away. There are resturants all around the place. There are great people to be with and great hangout spots.
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Karimah from Brooklyn, NY
01/16/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
2 out of 2 people found this review useful. 3 of 15
Categories Comments Great for these types of students students look for private elite college wiithout the whole ridiculous price, students living near by and looking for community
Tips for prospective students it's a little expensive but i suggest taking classes all year round to get your credits you need on time and also try taking classes in community colleges.
Am enjoying being here i love it here!!! for the most part, people are very friendly here and i enjoy walking to the brooklyn promenade and lots of places here in the city. they have a gym fitness room down stairs and a swimming pool. . . it's awesome!!!
Academic Rigor everyday you learn new things that are beneficial plus you have very helpful people here to inform how to achieve your goal and the college experience is challenging but great.
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Charlene from Brooklyn, NY
06/17/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 4 of 15
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Great for the type of students that like to shop because the stores are right down the street. There are also a lot of areas to buy food as well. Great for people who like diversity.
Tips for prospective students The school has a lot of diversity.
Bang for the buck The only problem I really have with this school is that it is pricey but you will be able to focus because they have smaller classes and nice professors.
Am enjoying being here I like the environment and the diversity. It is an overall great experience. Everyone is so nice.
Am learning a lot The professors are the nicest people ever. They will help you out in any way they can and they make sure that you learn the material.
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Anthony from Brooklyn, NY
06/28/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 2 people found this review useful. 5 of 15
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Honestly St. Francis has a very wide variety of class styles to fit just about any student type you could imagine. But if I have to say a specific one it would have to be for the arts community style student. From Art History to Broadcast they have every form of art imaginable.
Tips for prospective students If I would have to give any advice to new students. It would be this, make sure to keep your grades up as a default and more or less get as many scholarships as you can and make sure you keep them cause your gonna need them.
Bang for the buck To be honest what they do offer isn't really worth all the money that you pay for it. However its not due to the fact that the education or social aspects are bad it is simply because the tuition is massively high. for 18,000 plus dollars its a bit pricey but if you can afford it I say go for it especially if you can get lots of scholarships or a student loan.
Am enjoying being here I am more than definitely enjoying myself in St. Francis for a numerous amount of reasons. First and foremost are the people who attend this college. Most of the people you will meet here are genuinely nice and tend to let you know them very easy. The second thing is that despite how it may sound the work load is actually quite light. Finally there are many great places and opportunities around and in the school itself.
Am learning a lot St. Francis College is a great learning environment. It is honestly one of the greater schools that is not CUNY in the state of New York. I can say to the fullest extent that in my short time here I have learned so much not only academically but about myself as well and I wouldn't change it for the world.
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Azania from Brooklyn, NY
01/30/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 6 of 15
Categories Comments Campus Safety it is a safe school, the security guards are well prepared in case of an emergency.
Great for these types of students it is great for students who need more attention and help because the class sizes are fairly small.
What to do for fun you can listen to guest speakers during activity break, join a club, or play sports in the gym.
Food and Dining the food is good and reasonable.
Dorm Life i do not live on campus but i have friends that do and it is nice.
Academic Rigor the classes are fun and exciting.
Tips for prospective students never be afraid to ask questions because there is not a dumb question.
In three sentences st francis is a small college for big dreams. the professors are always willing to help their students. they make the school a great place to learn.
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Javier from Ridgewood, NY
04/21/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 7 of 15
Categories Comments Campus Safety There are security guards, however no metal detectors, so it could get dangerous. Since I've been there, so far nothing dangerous has happened.
Greek Life I do not know of this lifestyle.
Clubs and Activities There are many clubs. I, for one, am in the Pre med club for students who are biology and chem majors, or for people who just want to become doctors, nurses, or pursue any type of medical career.
Great for these types of students If you like Basketball, golf, soccer, or even water polo (just to name a few) and you're strong in these sports, then you have a great opportunity to join these particular sports.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus I've heard there is a worshiping room for Muslims, but i am not sure of it's location in the campus or it's aesthetics.
Bang for the buck It's a good college overall with many places to visit. Movie theatre is a few blocks away; promenade is also a few blocks away with a great view of NYC. There is also Fulton mall, which is an outside mall with many clothing stores.
What to do for fun Go the gym to workout, play basketball during activity hour, go to the computer lab, or go study if you consider it fun.
Food and Dining Food is alright, a little expensive though. They sell breakfast and lunch, and the cafeteria closes around 6pm
Dorm Life If you live an hour or two away from school do not dorm. It's too expensive.
Academic Rigor For Biology and Chem majors, The courses required are challenging and the professors want the best.
Tips for prospective students Make sure you take up to 18 credits your first semester, so you wont have the same problem i have. You want to graduate on time so do as i say, not as i do.
In three sentences St. Francis College motto is the small college for big dreams, however this these dreams can be costly. Most of the professors are great, and others shouldn't be able to teach. The area where the college is located is great and the college itself has a great atmosphere.
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Tan from BROOKLYN, NY
05/12/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 8 of 15
Categories Comments Clubs and Activities There are not much clubs and not that fun
Great for these types of students students that like small class
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus the school located near train station. the location is really good.
Bang for the buck it provides decent scholarship
Food and Dining there are many places to eat out
Dorm Life there is no dorm
Academic Rigor Classes are not hard
Tips for prospective students it's a nice school with everything you need
In three sentences School's location is a plus. we have small class teaching so it is easily get in touch with professors. Class is not that hard.
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Candice from Astoria, NY
05/24/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 9 of 15
Categories Comments Campus Safety A+ for safety.
Greek Life I have no knowledge about this.
Clubs and Activities Many clubs to facilitate the students of their choice. They are very helpful to the community.
Great for these types of students Students who have fear of being in a large college will be happy here. Students who are up to learning quickly and move on.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus There is speech competitions where students compete and win cash.
Bang for the buck It is a safe environment and students are like family. Everyone is helpful, professors reach out to students.
What to do for fun Clubs and their activities are very extensive and helpful towards the community and internship.
Food and Dining I do not eat here.
Dorm Life I am not a dorming student.
Academic Rigor Academics is agressive and satisfying.
Tips for prospective students Prospective students should consider St Francis as their first choice.
In three sentences It is a small and efficient college. The professors are great and encouraging. It is a stressfree college.
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J-Quan from Brooklyn, NY
05/28/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 10 of 15
Categories Comments What to do for fun Since there is a lot of down-time outside of classes, St. Francis has different intramurals that they do, from football to basketball to soccer and even frisbee. The students also organize different programs such as fashion shows n parties which are fun as well. St, Francis is also a Division 1 school so one could always attend a game to help support their hometown team.
Food and Dining I do not really eat the food they serve in the college but I see a lot of other people eating and ordering on a daily basis so I am guessing that the food is good and edible.
Dorm Life I do not live in a dorm so I can not elaborate on the experience of the dorm life.
Academic Rigor The academics are not difficult in St. Francis College, if the work seems too hard it is because you are making it hard. It becomes very easy when you apply yourself and take the time to understand everything that is being taught to u.
Tips for prospective students Do not slack off on any of your work. There are alot of times where you will have alot of down-time so you should use this time wisely. Make sure to attend class every day, just because a teacher does not take attendance does not mean it is a free pass to skip classes.
In three sentences St. Francis College is a good college to attend. From the low tuition to the great professors, St. Francis is a very nice and affordable college. It has a very homey feel to it because it is a relatively small school but it makes college seem easier than what everyone makes it seem.
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Devan from Staten Island, NY
06/18/2012Reviewer is A past student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 11 of 15
Categories Comments What to do for fun Attend fairs and Activities held during the week either in the cafeteria or gym. Many resturants and always something going on in downtown brooklyn right outside school. Great place to be.
Food and Dining Cafeteria is always clean, foods cooked there are absolutely amazing,everything is a low price.
Dorm Life Did not dorm, had many friends who did. Very spacious and very close to main building.
Academic Rigor Late work is not tolerated, Must be attentive and participate, note taking is a plus.
In three sentences Comfortable atmosphere, Small class sizes, and Teachers are aware of who you are. Cafeteria is very clean, many places to sit, fun to participate in activities. Easy to find classroom and friendly faces.
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Miles from Ridgewood, NY
07/26/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
12 of 15
Categories Comments What to do for fun New York City has no limits when it comes to fun. You can really do whatever your heart and mind feels like. The school is situated less than 3 miles from downtown Manhattan and is a 5 minute train ride from the city. Nearly every train in the city borders the school, which makes your trip that much easier.
Food and Dining The food at Saint Francis College is reasonably priced and well prepared. The menu is pretty extensive, but it doesn't feature too much of your average cafeteria junk food; they feature some gourmet-style freshly prepared meals that are made upon your request.
Dorm Life I don't stay on campus, but the dorms are very nice. They're very new, in a great area in Brooklyn Heights, and look very much like a hotel room in a quality hotel. The dorms are fitted with new amenities and give you more than enough room to live comfortably, whether that be with yourself or with a roommate.
Academic Rigor The school is no slouch academically. You are placed in classes according to your entire cumulative high school transcript and placement test scores. The teachers expect you to be on time, work in a timely fashion, and do the best work you possibly can do; they also go out of their way to help you if you need extra help. The education you receive is comparable to that of a top flight institution with a loftier tuition price.
Tips for prospective students Definitely consider St. Francis college. You would be attending a college with an estimated enrollment under 3,000 students, which nowadays is smaller than some high schools. Also you get to attend a Division 1 institution in the heart of Brooklyn, where you can thrive as a student and also enjoy the many things New York has to offer.
In three sentences I, so far from what I've experienced, believe St. Francis College is an underrated academic institution. The school provides an affordable education, that is not sub par, despite what some may thing. The school is small enough where you can know all your peers and teachers on a first name basis, providing you with the warmth and closeness of a regular public high school.
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Aliyah from Brooklyn, NY
07/31/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
13 of 15
Categories Comments Greek Life majority of the sororities are snobs!
Great for these types of students greta for catholics
Bang for the buck you get what you pay for
What to do for fun sports(if you qualify), working out, hang out with friends etc.
Food and Dining the food at st. francis is pretty good but there are low costing restaurants around the school that are awesome so you'll manage.
Dorm Life i dont know about it. They dont have housing for young parents so experience at your own risk.
Academic Rigor some professors are hard. Just study study study on your own time and you'll be alright
Tips for prospective students get a list of classes you will need. Talk to your advisers and other students (very helpful by the way). Also if you have difficulties with outside situations that hinder your attendance or performance just talk to the professors ahead of time.
In three sentences so far st. Francis meets all of my expectations. the class sizes are small which is good but some professors it seems are over worked. All in all great programs/ opportunities and people.
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Marque from Brooklyn, NY
08/30/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
14 of 15
Categories Comments Campus Safety I always feel safe at St Francis, theres always security around.
Greek Life There are many diffrent types of frats you can join.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus None to think of.
Bang for the buck St Francis is relatively cheap compared to most 4 year colleges.
What to do for fun You can play sports, join a school club or even make up your own club.
Food and Dining You are surrounded by a multitude of dining options.
Dorm Life Surrounded by nice people, and by many different dining options.
Academic Rigor Academics here aren't too difficult but you are here to learn.
Tips for prospective students Come to St Francis it has a good mixture of academics and outside school culture.
In three sentences Nice academic and social atmosphere. Alot of various dining options around the school also. Teachers are here to help you progress and learn.
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Alysia from Brooklyn, NY
12/14/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
15 of 15
Categories Comments Campus Safety There is always security walking around and they are on call when you need them.
Clubs and Activities There are a large variety of cl;ubs and sports teams.
Great for these types of students Any type of student will fit in great at St. Francis College.
Bang for the buck St. Francis college is pretty affordable.
What to do for fun There are a lot of activities to get involved in from sports to clubs that you can join. There is also a lot of things you can find to do outside campus since it is located in the city.
Food and Dining The cafe in SFC is delicious but there are also plenty of resturaunts outside the school so there is a lot of food to choose from.
Dorm Life I don't live on dorm but everybody who does absolutley loves it. The dorms were previouisly a hotel
Academic Rigor The courses are quite interestiong but good grades don't come easy.
Tips for prospective students Time management is very important
In three sentences This is great college to attend. It is a small school but has a lot of personality and diversity. It's full of open minded people and anyone will fit in great.
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