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Cerritos College Reviews

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  • 3 out of 4 people found this review useful.

    Gloria from Maywood, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Cerritos is a great place to start off if you dont really know where you want to go or what you want to do for your future. The professors are nice and help you as much as they can, they want you to learn and will not make you feel dumb. They treat you as a University student which is a plus. Good Luck =] I've had a lot of fun here.
    Am enjoying being here

    Cerritos has a really nice campus. Most classrooms are up to date and the campus is not that big so the buildings are close to each other. Parking is sometimes a hassle but only for the first 2 weeks. There are many different activities the student government holds for us like they bring an in-n-out truck and every student gets a free meal and they have lots of job fairs. The sport teams are really good and competitive and going to the games are fun. They also have 2 computer labs that are open to all students that are perfect for between classes when you have nothing to do.
    Bang for the buck

    Compared to Universities Cerritos is the cheapest you can get. $26 a unit and the books are cheap too. Professors try to get the cheapest books for the students because they too know how the economy effects us. Cerritos also has programs like EOPS and Financial Aid which can help with books and tuition.
    Tips for prospective students

    I would come check out the campus to see if it is right for you. Its cheap, great for the LA area, and the professors are nice and are always there for you.
    Great for these types of students

    Cerritos is great for students who have full-time or part-time jobs, who are tight on money, and who just dont know what they want to do for their future, or where they want to go.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Yessenia from Whittier, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Most helpful and successful at helping you succeed in your studies! There are still a lot of programs and transfer courses to choose from with all these budget cuts! Classrooms are up to date with the latest technology.
    Tips for prospective students

    ASK ASK ASK questions to clear the air of all these rumors you hear from your peers! Staff at a cerritos college are friendly and nice, don't be shy to ask for help around the school as a freshmen. Make friends with older students to get most of the 411 on campus and to get the DO's and Don'ts! Regularly see a counselor to make sure you're on track with your educational plan!
    Academic Rigor

    Cerritos is still a community college, and doesn't have the big UCLA name attached to it but, all the transfer courses and undergraduate courses are excellent at giving you a challenge to get used to, before transferring to a four-year college.
    Dorm Life

    There isn't any dorms on campus, but there are apartments around the campus.
    Food and Dining

    On campus they have a variety of food to choose from and with reasonable prices!!
    What to do for fun

    Cerritos is close by freeway so its easy to jump on it and go to beach after class or anywhere you'd like.
    Clubs and Activities

    JOIN JOIN JOIN JOIN a club!!! There are so many different clubs there to choose from its unbelievable and also you will meet a lot people with the same interests as you!
    Campus Safety

    Campus police will escort you to you car if needed! PRETTY SWEET! :)

  • 2 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Jasmine from Paramount, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Cerritos College offers a wide range of classes. I've been taking my General Education classes and I'm learning a lot of interesting things. The Professors here that I have encountered with are extremely helpful.
    Am enjoying being here

    I enjoy Cerritos College a lot. It's close by and it's not hard to get there at all. The only thing that is a hassle is the parking. I always arrive to school ahead of time just so I can get a good parking spot and arrive to my class on time. The only classes are amazing! I can stay in my pajamas all day and do Homework.
    Bang for the buck

    Unlike most Universities, Cerritos is a great start for first time college students. It's an affordable college that offers the same material and classes at most Universities. Why pay more for knowledge when you can get it cheaper? The only thing that is quite expensive would have to be the books. But of course you can find cheap books all over the place. There are great books across the street from Cerritos Campus who sell books at a reasonable price.
    Tips for prospective students

    For all the students who are planning to attend Cerritos I highly recommend that you register as soon as possible. When it comes to enrollment choose your classes wisely and pick the classes you want to take ahead of time so that when it comes time to enroll it can be done fast and easy.
    Great for these types of students

    Cerritos is great for all students who are interested in taking a few classes, getting their AA degree, or receiving a certification. If you're looking for a school to complete your general education requirements I highly recommend Cerritos. It has the highest number of transfer students which means more people can transfer out and pursue their education.

  • 1 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Samuel from Norwalk, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Cerritos College is actually a very good community college in terms of faculty and class quality. Every class I've taken so far, I have learned a lot in. Almost all of the professors act like they care, and if you ask for extra help most teachers will help you.
    Am enjoying being here

    I do enjoy my time at Cerritos College currently, however I really can't wait to transfer just because CC is such a big commuter school. What I'm excited about is dorming and meeting friends that will last a lifetime, and although that is possible at a commuter college, it's that much harder.
    Bang for the buck

    Cerritos is extremely affordable and the quality of classes and amount of credits you can obtain is SO worth it. You can get your entire general education out of the way for about ~4 grand (4 semesters, books included) roughly. That's a good deal right there.
    Tips for prospective students

    My tips for any students who are thinking about taking the CC route, is I would say go for it! You will save a ton of cash, plus if you apply yourselves you can easily have a great experience. Join clubs, take part in the ball and float design, etc. GET INVOLVED. I know everyone stresses that, but at a commuting college, if you want the college experience you really do have to try your best to get involved. Join the student government body, do something. If you do this, you will really enjoy your time at Cerritos College.
    Great for these types of students

    Cerritos College is great for students who are really trying to save some money, while getting all of your general education stuff out of the way. I would suggest that more extrovert people to go here, because having a social life at this college is going to require that extra effort. However, very worth it in the end.

  • 1 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Alec from Whittier, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Every teacher has their specific style but yet they are similar in lots of ways. Here at Cerritos all the teachers want you to be involved in class and there a tremendous amounts of extra credit they make available to you.
    Am enjoying being here

    I am here four days out of the week and I wish I could be here more. Here at Cerritos everyone is very friendly and there a number of ways that you can stay on track and there are always activities happening on campus.
    Bang for the buck

    If you are trying to go the cheaper way for school then Cerritos should be your choice because it is only $26 dollars a unit. At the CSU and UC levels i don't know yet but they are a lot more expensive.
    Tips for prospective students

    Talk to your Professors and email them if you have questions. Even if yo think it is a dumb question email if you are to embarrassed to ask in class, the dumb question is the one not asked.
    Great for these types of students

    Who want to learn. and are and want a chance to be involved, here at Cerritos they find ways for you to stayed involved and give you a numerous ways to be involved

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Guillermo from Hawaiian Gardens, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Cerritos college does not have a lot to offer. Most of the classes offered are not transferable. Class is often canceled.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be motivated in transferring/

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Nuvia from Norwalk, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    All of the teachers I've had are great. They are all overqualified and also teach at Cal States. Very helpful.
    Tips for prospective students

    Read the reviews on the teachers and talk to them.

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Venus from Comtpon, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    I have received an A.A. Degree in Paralegal Studies. I am back to continue my education for transfer from this college because it is exceptional. The instructors and campus staff are helpful, knowledgeable and love their jobs.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be prepared to do the work, and time management is a tool you will use throughout your experience.
    Academic Rigor

    It can be tough at times, but you learn a lot.
    Food and Dining

    The cafeteria food is good.
    Great for these types of students

    Students working during the day can easily take night classes that would fit your schedule.

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    female from CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    the campus is easily accessible from the freeway and the size and distance of the campus isn't too big.
    i have had some friendly and decent professors
    they have a wonderful teaching program!!
    Tips for prospective students

    ~use school resources: math and writing lab, workshops, programs- teaching program, nursing program, automotive program
    ~don't be afraid to ask questions to your professor. and if you are afraid go to their office hours
    ~get involved in a club, any club or volunteer in the library.
    ~connect with classmates (i.e.) study groups, sell textbooks to them or buy textbooks from or let each other borrow textbooks you might not be using :)
    Food and Dining

    the only quality food is from the culinary arts students
    What to do for fun

    check out the cerritos public library, local mall, join clubs they have fun activities during the week and some even have weekend get-a-ways.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    we have a great child development center where students can enroll their child. they have a friendly staff and wonderful and creative curriculum.
    Clubs and Activities

    library club, wilderness club!! both great and active clubs with wonderful people
    Campus Safety

    they have improved

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Jennifer from Pico Rivera, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Academic Rigor

    The classes are hard but if you go everyday and ask questions you will learn a lot and pass the class.
    Dorm Life

    There are no dorms.
    Food and Dining

    Could be a lot better, there are not a lot of healthy choices.
    Bang for the buck

    $46 per unit
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    We celebrate every holiday and have a Hoe Down Day every year!
    Clubs and Activities

    Puente! I am the president and I love the club dearly. There are a lot of clubs on campus that fits everyone.
    Greek Life

    none
    Campus Safety

    Could be a lot better, people always get their cars stolen.

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Samantha from Downey, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    cerritos is a great community college that offers students quality education and a lifelong learning experience.
    professors and staff are more than dedicated to help students achieve their academic goals.
    cerritos contains a diversity of students and staff which makes your college experience interesting and a lot like our more than ever diverse world and culture. it is a great school.
    Tips for prospective students

    get involved in whatever sparks your interest. cerritos offers many clubs and activities to join to broaden your educational and personal learning experience. try your best in every course and your effort will reflect in your grades.
    Academic Rigor

    the courses here at cerritos are easy to maintain a c or better of course as long as you the student put the effort and take advantage of the various tutoring sessions when needed. professors are willing to help you in every step throughout the semester, providing office hourse for the student to visit, an email to contact them, tutoring recommendations and of course help in the classroom.
    Dorm Life

    no dorms avialable.
    Food and Dining

    cerritos offers a cafeteria providing commercial fast food and private owned food restaurants to choose from. the is also a snack shop called the elbow room and in our bookstore you can find another snack shop located inside.
    What to do for fun

    the campus contains a student activity room in which you can play games such as pool and arcade games, an abundance of diverse clubs to join, theatre performances, sports to join, a computer lab, and a wonderful library to study or read.
    Bang for the buck

    this college is safe,calm, respected and most importantly a school with a respected and well equipped faculty, with hardworking, and determined students. the campus is big compared to other local community colleges. this school is also known as a great school for students interested in automobile careers due to its exceptionally respected and outstanding program it offers to students.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    the cafeteria is a place where many students go to chat or socialize while they have their breaks in between class schedules.
    the library is also a place where most students go to study during the afternoon, which is always the time of the day when it's mostly packed.
    Great for these types of students

    any student wishing to pursue higher education
    Clubs and Activities

    active minds
    amnesty international club
    anthropology club
    artists' society
    aset
    astronomy club
    atheists club
    auto body club
    black student union
    board of accountancy
    business club/phi beta lambda
    c.c.m club
    child development club (cdc)
    christian club
    cosmetology club
    court reporting club
    dental hygiene club
    economics club
    eops club
    geology club
    design club
    health promotion club
    ifalcon club
    international student association (isa)
    kabarkada club
    library club

    literature club
    math club
    model un
    music club
    philosophy club
    project health
    psychology club/psi beta
    rotaract environmental club
    scholars' honors club
    stocks
    student veterans club
    talon marks press club
    triathlon club
    the women's studies club

    Greek Life

    none available
    Campus Safety

    this campus is very safe. there are students patrolling the campus at every hour and never has there been an issue in my years of attending this school. it is safe and a police station is located in our back parking lot of the campus. safety is taken seriously but has not been an issue.

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Taylor from Lakewood, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    My experience at this school has been a life changing one. All of my professors have had some sort of positive impact on the path I have decided to take.
    Am enjoying being here

    I have enjoyed my time here. It has been a great transitional step in my life, helping me take my time easing into the real world. I had the opportunity to go to a huge four year campus but this helped me figure out for sure what I wanted to do instead of settling on a major and paying a lot of money for it.
    Bang for the buck

    With this economy it is not the schools fault that the price for classes has gone up, but the raise in prices have hurt in the amount of courses I could take at a time.
    Tips for prospective students

    Look into school you aspire to transfer to so that you have a clear goal and direction for your studies. The opportunities are limitless.

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Cindy from Bellflower, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Great teachers that you notice that enjoy what they are doing.
    Am enjoying being here

    Yes, great environment and school.

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Jennifer from La Mirada, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Aaron from Whittier, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Definitely the best choice I have made after high school. The quality of the professors in this college is amazing, they really know their material. I have taken a total of 70 units in this college so far and I can assure everyone I have learned a great deal and that it has prepared me in my future education in CSULB. I have not had an instructor which I disliked in the two years I have attended.
    Am enjoying being here

    The campus is great! It is clean, big, friendly and elegant all at the same time. Walking through this campus lets you relax and the diversity of people who attend is a plus. You meet so many different individuals in this school that being friendless is a bit difficult. Great learning atmosphere! Also, the administration provides the students with free In n Out Burgers every so often and live DJ music . I love Cerritos College and I tell everyone i can to go there.
    Bang for the buck

    Grea education at a UC level for a fraction of the price!! The 26 dollars per unit paid is nothing when one sees the amount of learning being done here. Books can be expensive but through the Internet many great deals can be acquired so this should not be a problem. I think this College is just great.
    Tips for prospective students

    The best advice I have for any prospective student is to always try hard and use office hours (time of extra help offered by an instructor). This college always encourages good studying tips and I suggest one follows them beacuse believe it or not, they DO WORK. Makes sure you make an appointment with a counselors or do a walk-in just so you know that the classes you will be taking apply to your major and you don't waste any time.
    Great for these types of students

    I say Cerritos College is for students who want to prosper and study hard. This is not an easy college and studying is required. i personally did not have any problem with this because I know that once I transfer, UC coursework will be similar to what I am already used to; making this transition a whole lot easier. If you want to go to Cerritos College just because you think it is easy because it is a junior college, you are wrong. This college is an extreme preparation towards great learning and thinking. I highly recommend this college to dedicated students who want a great and fast education.

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Mario from Paramount, CA

    Reviewer is A past student here.

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    Did learn a lot

    Cerritos College has an outsatnding Staff. The Proffesors are great, always helpful and leading you in the right direction. There's plenty of tutoring available for students who struggle in whatever subject.
    Did enjoy being here

    The environment at Cerritos College is a freindly one. everyone is concentrated on what they are there for, no one fools around. My two years of being there never did I see one problem.
    Tips for prospective students

    One major tip is review your Professor before choosing the class, www.ratemyprofessor.com, that way you will know what kind of class you are getting into. That helped me to get teachers and classes I enjoy.

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Christian from Norwalk, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The teachers are very smart, and the college has a writing center with which to help you with essays, a math center for help with math, and various tutors that help a lot. There are also a few work experience courses to help, and overall, is a great school.
    Am enjoying being here

    Large campus, not very crowded, and there are many different courses to choose from. Also, there are many clubs, activities and such, that its pretty hard to not get involved.
    Bang for the buck

    With a financial aid office, a low cost per unit, and very good courses to pick from, it is a very great school to start with.
    Great for these types of students

    Great for students that are on low budgets, or for those that don't know what kind of future is right for them.

  • 1 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Stephanie from Huntington Park, CA

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

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  • 0 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Stephanie from Huntington Park, CA

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

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  • Katherine from Anaheim, CA

    Reviewer is A past student here.

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    In three sentences

    Great Professor, especially in the Liberal Arts and Social Science department. Great Counselors especially in the Transfer counselors. Great Programs, especially the Honors Program.
    Tips for prospective students

    Get involved in school, study hard and get the good grades. Choose your major as soon as possible and join the Honors Program to get priority registration and it helps transferring to four year universities!