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California State Univ.-Monterey Bay (CSUMB) Reviews

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  • 17 out of 17 people found this review useful.

    Pauline from Whittier, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The classes are not too large so the teachers have more one-on-one time with their students. The only problem are furlough days that take away more time to learn.
    Am enjoying being here

    It is a beautiful campus with many things to do on a free day. There are many people willing to help with any problem.
    Bang for the buck

    The dorms are quite comfortable and are getting worked on more and more. Transportation is easy and there is even an open gym. Food is also homemade. There is a kitchen in every dorm for your own cooking.
    Tips for prospective students

    You will not be on your own just because your parents are not here. (That is if you plan to live in the dorms.) Many people will be willing to be friends and help you out. But, you should learn how to wash laundry!
    Great for these types of students

    This school has wonderful programs for many majors and/or minors. There will be a right school for you.

  • 8 out of 8 people found this review useful.

    Emma from Sacramento, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    In every class you take you learn something new.
    The classes are, for the most part, small and easy to focus and pay attention in. The professors are very approachable and are willing to help you in any way possible.
    Am enjoying being here

    The campus is absolutely beatuiful.
    The students, teachers, and other campus workers are very friendly and easy to get along with. The school beach is about 20 minutes away walking and it serves as a great escape when you're having a rough day or just a great way to hang out with friends.
    Bang for the buck

    I definitely think that you're getting what you paid for.
    The scenery is wonderful, the classes are fun and interesting, there's a whole bunch of things to do, and everyone is super nice. Overall, this is a great university to go to.
    Tips for prospective students

    ORGANIZE and PRIORITIZE!!!!!
    This is very important.
    The college experience may be very overwhelming the first year and you will for sure slack off in one of these two things. Take some time and make sure you have all your papers in order and you have enough time to get everything done.
    Great for these types of students

    This college is very laid back, so I recommend this campus to easy going people and people that are easily able to adjust to new environments. It's a fairly small place that's easily adaptable. So if you're looking for a school that's not too big or small this could be what you're looking for.

  • 8 out of 8 people found this review useful.

    Brittany from Long Beach, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    My major has already got me doing hands on activities. I am not always sitting in a classroom.
    Am enjoying being here

    I Am having a great time adjusting to being awa from home. The dorms are great and so is the capus as a whole
    Bang for the buck

    As with most of the colleges, we are suffering with furloughs and the rise in tuition and less class time just dont make sense
    Tips for prospective students

    Attend if you love the out doors and are not into going to a schoolstuck in the middle of a busy city

  • 6 out of 6 people found this review useful.

    Mayra from Castroville, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Most of the classrooms are small/average size about 40 students usually, depending on the students enrolled in that class. It is great because is the same few people and you can get the teacher's attention quick. You can socialize with the professors and the students and feel comfortable right away. Thus, focusing and enjoying the learning experience rather than worrying about fitting in.
    Am enjoying being here

    Nice campus, can walk to your classes easily.

    Great for these types of students

    If you like a quite campus, away from the cities.
    If you like the outdoors or living close to the Bay.
    If you like small classrooms.

  • 4 out of 4 people found this review useful.

    Kara from Fairfield, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I am learning so much at CSUMB. I have learned a lot from my classes, but I think I have learned even more from living on my own and living with my room mate.
    Am enjoying being here

    The weather here is perfect all year round and the campus is located right by the beach. I also love how friendly everyone is and how much the teachers seem to care about you as an individual.
    Bang for the buck

    I really like how cheap the tuition is compared to other universities in California.

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Amnda from Citrus Heights, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I am in my first semester at California State University of Monterey Bay... And I am LOVING it! I am taking 15 units this semester. All my classes are general education classes right now. I am pursuing my degree in SBS (social and behavioral sciences) with emphasis on Social Sciences. My dream is to eventually become a history teacher. CSUMB is really great at being able to help you target your goals, and they are with you every step of the way trying to reach those goals. The teachers make themselves super available, and are more than willing to give you one on one time.The class size is small so you will always be taught by the teacher, not a TA. most of the time the teacher wants you to call them by their first name which is AWESOME! They make ample time to meet with you one on one if you need to, which makes it super easy if you have any kind of question. some teachers even give you their cell number!
    Am enjoying being here

    The social life is great as well, this school has a small town feel where even if you don't know someone, its okay to just strike up a conversation. every one is laid back and friendly, and there is always something to do whether it be a movie on Tuesday night at the world theater (it's free for students! and they play new movies that are still in the cinema!) or taking a walk down to the beach!
    I love love love it here :)
    Bang for the buck

    csumb is one of the cheapest CSU's in the state... who can argue with that? :)
    Tips for prospective students

    MEET THE DEADLINES! fill out the fafsa, go to on a tour, go to open house, talk to people that go here!
    Great for these types of students

    laid back, but still want to have a good time!

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Emily from Concord, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    My goal in college was to learn as much as I could even though I've only been here for a semester I know a great deal more than I did when I got here. I am able to take very interesting and engaging classes with knowledgable and fun teachers.
    Am enjoying being here

    I love the atmosphere at CSUMB. Everyone is friendly and helpful. Part of the benefit of a smaller school is that you see the same people a lot making it easier to get to know new people. We are a fairly tight knit community. The surrounding area has many cultural events, wonderful beaches and lots of fun things to do.
    Bang for the buck

    This university had a lower overall cost than some of the others that I was considering. Even though some of the costs are lower, I don't think that the quality of education or living spaces suffers. The school features well kept fascilities and grounds. The quality of education is wonderful and is a bargain for the price paid.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Brittany from galt, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The class sizes are small, and the professors know you by name. All my professors have gone out of their way to get to know each student personally.
    Am enjoying being here

    The area is small, so you know everyone really quickly.
    Bang for the buck

    Tuition is cheap here, but classes fill up quickly.
    Tips for prospective students

    Get involved with a lot of things, or you will find yourself bored.
    Great for these types of students

    Great for students who want the small-town vibe from their college. The campus is very close-knit. Also great for outdoor-sy, there are great bike and hiking trails and the beach is in our backyard!

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Charity from San Jose, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    There is a big one-on-one approach to the classes due to the small class size. It makes the class go smoother because you are able to get to know your professors on a personal level.
    Am enjoying being here

    I love it here. It's small but for its size, there is a lot to do; Especially, on campus. There are a lot of on-campus activities that are fun.
    Bang for the buck

    For being the least-expensive CSU, it has spacious rooming, a good meal plan, a personal bathroom in each room on main campus, and modern buildings.

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Corayma from San Jose, CA

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

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    Will learn a lot

    I have heard that the classes are not large so the teachers will know your name
    Will enjoy being here

    Though it has unpredictable weather, the school seems calm and on a plus note the beach is not far at all from the school

  • 0 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Alyssa from Modesto, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    They encourage you to take less classes your first semester, but I feel like this semester has been a waste because of the lack of classes in my schedule. My classes are easy and don't challenge me at all.
    Am enjoying being here

    The area is beautiful, but there isn't much to do. The school is secluded from anything but itself and things close early because mainly older people occupy the area.
    Bang for the buck

    This is just a personal experience, but my grants were taken away from me when I started to go here and so I would not say that this has been positive budget-wise.
    Tips for prospective students

    Know what you want from a school. If you want a secluded, quiet area then this is for you. But if you like a lot of action and city life...this may not be the best choice for you!

  • 5 out of 15 people found this review useful.

    Khari from Dallas, TX

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.

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  • Shelby from Marina, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    CSUMB is a very comfortable school that suits people like myself who prefer a smaller campus with more personalized relationships and interactions with teachers. Due to the smaller class sizes, students are given ample opportunity to discuss their strengths and weaknesses with their professors without difficulty. Student life around campus is active with numerous clubs and organizations that students can easily become a part of.
    Tips for prospective students

    CSUMB is not a very big school, however, because the classes are often spread far apart, I would advise future students to invest in some form of transportation other than a car, for example, a scooter or bike. Also, taking advantage of orientation for CSUMB is wise; pay attention to details instructing you on how to use ilearn (campus-wide online homework/ project/ essay submission site) and also how to properly spend your flex dollars and blocks (campus money).
    Academic Rigor

    The course catalog for CSUMB is vast and the classes offered for GE (General Education) and ULR's (University Learning Requirments) fit the needs of individual students very well. While some classes, namely those that pertain to your major, may be difficult at times, the semester-wide system allows students enough time (if they organize correctly) to work on and understand the criteria. A benefit of small class sizes is that professors normally have easily accessible office hours and students can talk with them about their grades or work. Teachers show a genuine interest in the success of their students.
    Dorm Life

    Dorms at CSUMB are considerably larger than those at other Universities, and the rules and regulations of the dorms are easy to abide by.
    Food and Dining

    Like any other cafeteria-style venue, at times the food at CSUMB can be both good and bad. However, the way in which students pay for their food on campus via meal plans (blocks and flex) is easy to understand and goes a long way. There are a number of different dining options open at varying hours of the day and night.
    What to do for fun

    There are regular fairs held on campus for the different clubs and groups that students may become a part of. It is also very easy to create your own club on campus. There are a number of trails on and around campus, as well as walking paths that lead directly to the beach which is about a fifteen minute walk away. A short bus ride away is Cannery Row, Downtown Monterey, and Fisherman's Wharf which offer a number of activities as well.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who like a quieter, more affordable campus (comparatively) will like CSUMB.
    Campus Safety

    UPD (University Police Department) is always close and officers are posted around campus regularly. There are also Blue help towers located around campus that students may use if they are in need of immediate help. In addition, UPD also offers a walk-home service in which they will accompany or give a ride to a student who must walk back to their dorms late at night or alone.

  • Cory from Bridgeport, CA

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    In three sentences

    In my opinion, the best reason to attend this college is definitely the area. In particular, the college is just down the road from the ocean. As such, the college has an excellent ocean biology program.
    Tips for prospective students

    Just because this is a smaller Cal State, don't expect it to be to easy to get into. Like many other California State colleges, CSUMB currently has financial issues, which means less people are excepted.
    What to do for fun

    As I stated before, CSUMB is right next to the ocean. The college is also next to the retired Fort Ord, and there are a few hiking trials in the area. There is a yearly mud run held right next to the college.

  • Hailey from Surprise, AZ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    California State University is a young university with a lot of potential. The small class sizes and comfortable on campus living arrangements make up for the under-developed area that is previously known as Fort Ord. The dining facilities and parking are extremely over-priced in many students eyes, and also the lack of foreign language options are key issues regarding this school.
    Tips for prospective students

    Get involved! There are clubs on campus, but it is still a small CSU, so you must get involved as much as possible if you are a very social person.
    Academic Rigor

    A lot of classes at CSU Monterey Bay have either hands on or experimental curriculum. Each class has a set of learning outcomes that each student is expected to fulfill. The course difficulty really depends on your major.
    Dorm Life

    Dorm life is pretty good on campus. There are more housing options than other CSU's and the dorms are quite spacious and have a lot of free amenities. Free wi-fi, cable, kitchen, and laundry services.
    Food and Dining

    The dining on campus is run through Sodexo. Sodexo is not very popular on our campus due to over-priced foods, and under-paid workers. All students that live on campus are required to have a meal plan, which is a waste of money in my opinion, because most students don't like to eat on campus, but are forced to by the hefty meal plans.
    What to do for fun

    Going to the beach, CSU Monterey Bay is right on the shore so there are a lot of fun activities to do there. Downtown Monterey is also a fun attraction, the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are very popular hang out spots for students.
    Bang for the buck

    I think over-all, this university does a lot for what you pay for. You will get a quality education and a well-rounded one at that.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    The abandoned barracks are locations for students to go ording or ghost hunting around campus.
    Great for these types of students

    Great for students who don't want to go to a huge school, who like a small campus community, and who like innovative learning!
    Clubs and Activities

    There are a lot of clubs and activities on campus that you can be involved in. There are clubs for virtually any student with a specific interest. And if you cannot find the club or activity that you are interested in, you can make one!
    Greek Life

    There is a lot of Greek life on campus. Kappa Sigma and Sigma Theta Psi are just two of the many sororities and fraternities students can become a part of.
    Campus Safety

    CSUMB is a relatively safe university, NightWalk services are available through campus security if you have late night classes and have to walk to and from your dorm. There are also blue emergency kiosks placed throughout the campus in case of emergencies. Students usually don't here about crime on campus. Students and faculty on campus are generally really friendly, with my experience you can leave your cell phone at the school gym and come back to find it was returned to the front desk.

  • MO

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    This is a perfect University to attend and get a degree of your choice, because they have highly qualified instructors. There are many workshops throughout the semester for student to obtain the highest academic achievement possible. Excellent counselors and programs to meet the students needs.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make an interview with a academic carrier counselor to make a educational plan prior to attending the University.
    Academic Rigor

    Is pretty good. Each students strive to get into the best schools, and that's where the competition of academic achievement is obtain.
    Dorm Life

    I don't live in dorms because I live close by, but I've seen the dorms and they are a variety of dorms to chose from according to your needs.
    Food and Dining

    Food and Dining is great. There are a variety of food for the taste and preference of each student. That is what is great about the University that meets each student's uniqueness.
    What to do for fun

    There are many activities and clubs to choose from and join.
    Bang for the buck

    If we talking about the food. A dinner for 7 bucks is not expensive at all.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    The campus is located right off Highway 1, close to the beach.
    The campus itself used to be The Army's home of Monterrey, but it's being remodel to meet the requirements of a University and the demographic of its students.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who are motivated and like to walk to the beach, and visit two of the most tourist places in the US: Carmel and Monterrey CA
    Clubs and Activities

    There are many activities and clubs to be part of.
    Greek Life

    That I'm not aware because I need to pick up my daughter, so I don't have a time to
    Campus Safety

    Is pretty safe. there is a police department on campus and the cumpus is pretty well light.

  • Shannon from Seaside, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    this school is great if you like a small student to teacher ratio and love the beach:) the beach by here is gorgeous and only about 3 miles away where the weather is around the temperatures of 65 degrees. everyone here is really nice and the staff is always willing to help you if you need it because they really care about your success.
    Tips for prospective students

    make sure you have very good time management skills because otherwise it's easy to get behind. no class can be too hard just as long as you put time into your classes and really study what you're learning. go to class being optimistic about it even if it's a subject you don't favor too well. if you keep telling yourself you're excited to go to class, you actually do become excited and do better in it. trust me:)
    Academic Rigor

    just like i said no class will be hard if you not only attend class, but actually put time into what you're learning outside of class. this really makes classes so much easier and you actually enjoy it when you start doing well.
    Dorm Life

    depending on your roommate it can be really hard to study or not. if you do get a noisy roommate or noisy neighbors our school has a great library that is a great study place and has a gorgeous view of the ocean. other than that it's a lot of fun meeting new people and you find yourself making a lot of friends running into the same people in the building.
    Food and Dining

    the food can be really good, but can sometimes get a little expensive. i know when i first came to campus i was so excited that they had a huge buffet at the cafeteria serving pizza and burgers everyday along with a taqueria stand and an awesome salad bar. they serve a lot of other stuff on different days that is really good and even have a vegetarian stand:) we also have pete's, starbucks, and even our own restaurant.
    What to do for fun

    when i do get free time from all the school work i either go to the movies which is only like 5 minutes away, go to concerts on campus, or other events like comedy night. we have dances like every other week too which can be fun or go to the student center where they have rock band, pool, ddr, ping-pong, air hockey, and t.v.s.
    Campus Safety

    the campus safety is really good with a lot of lights around the campus and they also have these emergency buttons on the lights where someone will come as soon as possible if you're in trouble.

  • Marco from SALINAS, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    csumb is a great institution that offers many majors to choose from. i recommend this institution to students around the world. campus offers many free programs that helps in our academic needs.
    What to do for fun

    design logotypes and websites.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    dia de los muertos
    Campus Safety

    we have a police station.

  • Megan from Brush Prairie, WA

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    In three sentences

    beautiful, secluded and is a small town community.i think i might go here however i am not sure i will like going to a not so busy place. i need to go to a small school where the teachers care to help me with math if i am required to take it.
    Academic Rigor

    not suure... probably not too challenging.
    Dorm Life

    seemed to have very nice dorms i liked how they were close to dineing and to all the lecture halls.
    What to do for fun

    go to the beach,find things to do on campus and to go down to downtown monterey.
    Bang for the buck

    very pricey for out of state when they take you off wue probably. i think the priceing is fair because this university needs to get rid of the military baracks because they are really ugly.
    Great for these types of students

    students who like to explore and restart life away from a city.
    Clubs and Activities

    probably really fun and closely knit organizations.
    Campus Safety

    very safe things lock up and the police are very close to the campus.

  • NEREYDA from SALINAS, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    I enjoy the small class sizes, and the staff. In particular, my counselor is the best and gets back within a few hours. In addition to my counselor, the financial staff has replied to my emails on any of my questions. Overall, I have had a great experience at CSUMB.
    Tips for prospective students

    The Student dashboard is the best because it is filled with everything that you need from transferrable units from other colleges to class schedule, and a to do list to be sure you are on task with areas such as payment, financial aid, emails, etc.
    Academic Rigor

    I am majoring in Psychology and so far I have had no problem getting into my classes.
    Dorm Life

    I live off campus, so I can't answer the Dorm Life, but I've heard from other students that they are very happy living on campus because it is so close to Monterey.
    Food and Dining

    CSUMB has a good selection of food and dining, and I recently heard that a Starbucks will be opening up on campus!
    Campus Safety

    As a CSUMB student, I get regular emails on my CSUMB account about any type of safety issue.

  • Jessica from San Diego, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    I am a college student at CSUMB. I learn a little on my own, a lot through my teachers, and even more through my peers. I start almost every class very eager to learn, and I know I’m lucky to have such an interest in my education. In my experience learning at this school became something special—something I would have otherwise missed going to a different university. If I could describe that “something special” I’d say it comes from having a chance my freshman year to take classes in very different subjects bases. I fell in love with my Human Communication classes; choosing a major that you truly love really matters. Building relationships with the teachers and making friends who are hard workers and creative thinkers has also allowed me to learn to my full potential. I have enjoyed my upper division classes more than the ones I first started off with but I think I will say I’ve seen some students sit back and take the easy classes just trying to get through the day, but the opportunity is there. I’ve found one common theme: community. CSUMB became my home when I took what I learned in the classroom and applied it to other communities. I now have had my hand in various volunteer opportunities and have engaged myself in challenging experiences. I won’t stop asking questions and I hope I remember to reflect on these experiences that have given me a new identity.
    Am enjoying being here

    I am a college student at CSUMB and I am so happy here. I’m originally from southern California and I do think there is a difference in the cultures represented in each part of our state, so I won’t say it was a piece of cake adapting to some of the little differences I’ve picked up on over the past two and a half years, but in the end I’ve grown to love it. The student life is very active and it is very easy to get involved in activities on campus. The small community is the biggest reason I chose to attend this school—everybody does know everybody but to me that’s okay. The significance of a smaller community means more time with teachers and group projects—you’re forced to challenge yourself in each class you take.
    Bang for the buck

    As far as I know, THIS California State university is one of the cheaper universities on the list. The university is rather new compared to some of the others and there are a lot less students than most University of California schools. Along with every other state school budget cuts continue to increase creating fewer classes, and restricting students from learning to their full potential. At this point I have so many thoughts and opinions about where my money is going. However, I think being here goes beyond the money, the teachers here really enjoy their jobs (most of them anyways) and integrity in teaching is what has helped me get the most out of my education.
    Tips for prospective students

    Do well in high school, but don’t kill yourself over it. Ask people who’ve been there and done that about hard questions you have about life. Your mind is capable of more than you know. Shoot for a school that’s in your price range, but don’t be afraid to be in debt, in 2010 students that graduated a four year university who took out loans owed on average $25,250 (New York Times, College Graduates’ Debt Burden Grew, Yet Again, in 2010) just know it’s going to carry into your life after college. Try and learn something from your G.E.’s even if they seem boring or unrelated to anything you will be doing in the future. One more thing. Be nice to everybody! You never know who you’re friends will be once you get there. Be willing to go hang with different types of people until you find that right ‘fit’ of people you really enjoy spending time with.
    Great for these types of students

    This school is great for students who don’t mind a tight-knit community; its perfect for students who want a community and student driven campus. If you like the beach you will love it here, lets face it, who doesn’t want to be 10 minutes walking distance from the great Pacific? If you want to learn how to apply what you learn in the classroom to your community, there are plenty of opportunities to do that here!

  • Shiloh from Newport Beach, CA

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.

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    Will learn a lot

    From the reviews that I've read, it seems like students learn a lot because the student to teacher ratio is larger than that of other schools; meaning that there are less students per teacher than a typical university would allot.
    Will enjoy being here

    If you're like me, a small town girl at heart, you'll definitely enjoy being here. A lot of people that I've talked to have described the campus as beautiful and friendly. The university resides in Seaside, a not-so-big city, in Central California.
    Bang for the buck

    Due to furlough days, the tuition has gone up a bit, but if you've got the money, hey why not?
    Tips for prospective students

    Research before you come. Definitely take a campus tour!

  • Brianna from American Canyon, CA

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    Will learn a lot

    The class sizes are not very large, they tend to run twenty six to thirty students at most. This allows the teacher to have more one on one time with the students as well as tweak their teaching style to fix most of the students learning styles.
    Will enjoy being here

    The campus is spread out nicely, they offer services such as transportation around the campus, as well as late night buses, and they have a student game room with free DDR until midnight. Focuses not only on school but making sure students have a way to have fun with no cost to them or very little, free movies in the park, jumpy houses after finals, water fights, sports in the quad, all fun events to help with daily stress.
    Bang for the buck

    The cost for colleges are always on the rise, though for the small class sizes, the free transportation, computer lab, and a hundred and fifty pages of free printing it seems very reasonable amount for a school.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure you go to the campus before you apply, they have a lot of neat aspects such as art classes in the old hangers, though it is a very warm place, and the campus is very spread out.

  • Bryanna from Encinitas, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The classes are a good size. Professors here are willing to help and work with students who are struggling. There are also free tutoring programs that are extremely helpful.
    Am enjoying being here

    There are activities on campus as well as some off. The community is nice and there are buses and other free means of transportation available for csumb students. The only down side is that in order to go do things you have to drive a bit because nothing is really walking distance from the campus.
    Bang for the buck

    The only problem are the furlough days which all CSU schools are unfortunately currently dealing with as well as raised prices. but there are scholarships and loans available for those who seek them.
    Tips for prospective students

    You will easily make plenty of friends in the resident halls your first year. Remember to take your education seriously, there is no one up there to babysit you so if you do not pass classes than you end up paying for school just to fail, its not smart. remember to be safe and have fun, college is a great experience.
    Great for these types of students

    great for laid back students and those who are serious about their future.