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Edmonds Community College Reviews

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  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Megan from Lynnwood, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    edmonds community college has a beautiful, homey campus. everyone here is friendly, welcoming, and it doesn't take long to feel like home on campus. the professors genuinely care about their student success, and create a positive learning atmosphere.
    Tips for prospective students

    i would recommend to students joining the edmonds community college family to make an appointment with one of the advisors, and they will help you find what classes you need. get to know your classmates, and join one of the many clubs offered, or create your own. i would also recommend going to the new students orientation, to discover all that edmonds community college has to offer, and get all your questions answered.
    Academic Rigor

    the professors at edmonds community college have created a fun and comfortable learning environment. the teachers i've had in my experience are excited to have you in their class and will answer any questions you have. teachers and tutors will challenge students to think critically, solve quantitative problems, and improve writing skills.
    Dorm Life

    edmonds community college has two places where you can live on campus rainier place, and sophie court. i personally do not live on campus, but i have seen both of the facilities and i think they look modern.
    Food and Dining

    edmonds community college has a great cafeteria in brier, and they also have a student cafe. in the student cafe food is served, by our own culinary students, for affordable prices. the food is delicious! there are also healthy and delicious option available.
    What to do for fun

    there are lots of fun thing to do on campus and in the city of lynnwood. you can watch our sports teams compete, or go down to the local aloha cafe and enjoy the company of your peers.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    tia from Snohomish, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    edmonds community college is the best school that i have ever gone to. the teachers actually care deeply about the students learning, and do everything to make themselves available for help at any time. they understand their students and are able to communicate to them the lessons each day in a manner that everyone can understand.
    Tips for prospective students

    get all of your hard classes out of the way the first year. always take a natural science and social science each term, that way you are able to do the easier classes towards the end.
    Academic Rigor

    they challenge you at every step, engage you in class, and expect the best out of you because they know that you have it in you.

    Dorm Life

    i don't live in the dorms, but i hear they are wonderful
    Food and Dining

    they have a variety of food available, and someitmes their culinary art students cook for the schools events or dinners.
    What to do for fun

    there a dozens of after school activities and clubs that happen almost every day. the school is also surrounded by restaurants and bowling alleys, skating rinks, movie theatres,etc.
    Bang for the buck

    this school is worth every cent that i pay.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    every term they do some type of international festival to embrace all the different ethnic cultures in our school.
    Great for these types of students

    students who are getting back into college and want to continue their education beyond community college.
    Clubs and Activities

    they have a ridiculous amount of activities and clubs happening every day. there is something for everyone, and you could always start your own club if you wanted to. they accept new people and love visitors
    Greek Life

    dont really have one.
    Campus Safety

    they hold safety meetings and car prowler prevention classes for students, and often have on site police who help monitor activities. this is a safe school.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Daniel from Bothell, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    there teaching staff are the best. they walked me threw the process of becoming a student. there is also allot of resources to me tutoring, math-lab etc...
    Tips for prospective students

    ask for help its there!!
    Academic Rigor

    very helpfull they will help you suceed no matter what.
    Dorm Life

    i live off campus
    Food and Dining

    there is a full service cafe.
    What to do for fun

    golf range is right on campus
    Bang for the buck

    parking is a pain get there early.
    Campus Safety

    there is plenty of security

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Construction Management student

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Tips for prospective students

    Do the research in your field of study and what you plan on doing. EDCC has some really first rate departments, and they have an outstanding, accredited, Construction Management department that is recognized by many international Construction companies.
    Great for these types of students

    Those who like small classrooms, lots of one on one teacher/student time, smaller community, and on a budget.

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    Jonathan from Everett, WA

    Reviewer is A past student here.

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    In three sentences

    edcc has a beautiful campus just west of lynnwood wa. they have very friendly and knowledgeable instructors as well as fellow students. the best part is free parking!!!
    Tips for prospective students

    unless you have a class that starts before 07:00 am get to the campus early. the good news is that the parking is free. the bad news is that everyone parks there, so expect to search for awhile.
    Academic Rigor

    some of the courses i took were pretty dificult, but the instructors took the effort to make sure that every student was able to understand the information.
    Dorm Life

    no dorms
    Food and Dining

    i never ate at the campus, but i heard the food was good.
    What to do for fun

    edcc has a lot of extracorricular activities. from sports to clubs, edcc has it all. but if your like me and love to play hockey, the ice rink is right next to the school.
    Great for these types of students

    edcc is great for those who are just out of high school, as well as those who are coming back to further their education.
    Clubs and Activities

    edcc has a fantastic baseball team!
    Campus Safety

    safety is one of edcc's top priorities. everyones cars are safe, as well as the students on campus.

  • HiuNi from Lynnwood, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    has nice and friendly staffs.
    offers good learning environment.
    provides a lot of opportunities.

    Tips for prospective students

    always attend the activities, a good way to make friends quickly.
    What to do for fun

    OSL, ISS

  • Katherine from Everett, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Edmonds Community College has given me the tools to complete my Associates Degree and move on the getting my Bachelors degree at Western Washington University
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure that you are ready to succeed. College takes work and should not be taken lightly!
    Academic Rigor

    It all depends on the courses you enroll in and what your educational goals are.
    Dorm Life

    There is an opportunity for students to live in the one dorm building on campus. There are many apartment complexes surrounding the campus as well. Plenty of living area and opportunities.
    Food and Dining

    We have a culinary program on campus that makes most of the food offered on campus. It is very tasty!
    What to do for fun

    Lynnwood/Edmonds area is full of fun and adventure with a shopping mall in close vicinity and many grocers close by as well.
    Bang for the buck

    Edmonds is affordable but I have found textbooks to be a little spendy on campus. I look for my textbooks on various websites and other places.
    Clubs and Activities

    Many clubs and activities offered on campus!
    Greek Life

    No greek life.
    Campus Safety

    There is active security on campus.

  • Student from Everett, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Edmonds Community College provides challenging coursework and opportunities to increase student success. However, opportunities are not greatly advertised, so the students must take accountability for discovering them. This school has a lot of diversity, but it can be easy to feel like little more than a student, take it upon yourself to find ways to discover your niche.
    Tips for prospective students

    TALK TO AN ADVISOR, BUT DO NOT EXPECT FOR ANYONE TO GIVE YOU ALL THE ANSWERS YOU NEED. You have to come to appointments prepared and have a clear understanding of what you need. Do not rely upon what someone else says, even if they are an advisor or even a professor. Ask multiple people, take it upon yourself to make sure that you are getting the information you need in order to be successful.
    Academic Rigor

    Some classes are especially challenging, but no class is especially easy. All have expectations that the professors are required to meet, and so are the students. When your teacher says that for every hour you spend in class you can expect about two hours of homework, plan for such.
    Dorm Life

    I have not lived in the dorms. I have visited them though, and they became my favorite place on campus! They are very convenient, modern, and pleasant.
    Food and Dining

    There is a student-led dining place, but it is only open for a very limited amount of hours and they only make a limited amount of dishes for each meal. As a result, it is difficult to actually be lucky enough to get the meal you want -- so come at the beginning of their hours, I would suggest. And understand that it is student run and operated by those in the culinary program at the school. The cafeteria offers many more options, and always have tons of food.
    What to do for fun

    Honestly, I have never been to a campus event! I do not think that they are very well advertised.. I never hear about the sports games, or other events. So, if you want to attend a campus event, don't expect to be invited. Take it upon yourself to find out when such an event will be occurring.
    Bang for the buck

    You get a challenging education for a price that is much less than the price of a University.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    I do not know of any campus traditions. There are not any unusual locations either..
    Great for these types of students

    There is a lot of diversity! I think the school is great for people who either wish to have a school that they can go to for classes, or whatever, and return home. It could definitely stand to improve in areas that would attract people who wish to have more opportunities for involvement in the school though.
    Clubs and Activities

    I have not participated in any. I do not know about how to join any.
    Greek Life

    I am not aware of any on campus.
    Campus Safety

    I see security guards often, and have been told that you can ask them to walk you to your car if you feel unsafe.Or call them if you need some type of assistance.

  • Yongjia from Lynnwood, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    I think EDCC is a good community college. There are various of activities that enrich my study life. EDCC has many advanced equipment to make our studying better.
    Tips for prospective students

    keep studying hard and join activities.
    Academic Rigor

    If you study hard and do assignment on time, you will get a good GPA
    Dorm Life

    Sorry I don't know this. Because I don't live in school dorm.
    Food and Dining

    The kind of food and dining is not rich.
    What to do for fun

    join many activities.
    Bang for the buck

    you should choose a good instructor.
    Clubs and Activities

    there are many clubs on campus.
    Campus Safety

    the campus is very safe.

  • Kyrene from Bothell, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    EdCC can be a confusing campus at first, but the teachers are great, and they really care about helping you succeed. I really like the fact that I found an interesting club to join, and I am enjoying it thoroughly. Getting good grades here is not overly difficult, as long as you keep up your studying, and try to have fun.
    Tips for prospective students

    I would suggest seeing an adviser before each quarter, and if you are able, talk to the teacher you have that you know help in advising.
    Academic Rigor

    Some classes can be tougher than others, and some more fun as well, but it's worth it to study and get good grades.
    Dorm Life

    I haven't had to stay in the dorms, so I have no idea how bad or good the dorm life is. The school has relatively new living areas, though, which I would think are quite nice,
    Food and Dining

    I also haven't eaten at the school, but I haven't heard anything negative about it either.
    What to do for fun

    There are several events on campus, from time to time, that you can go to, or you can look around and join a club that seems like it would be fun. Some of the classes were even pretty fun.
    Bang for the buck

    It's pricey, as all colleges are, but if you keep up your grades, it's definitely worth it.
    Clubs and Activities

    I have only been to one club, Club Francais, but I have had so much fun there. We've seen a movie, played games, went to Seattle for a club field trip, and discussed things related to France that get us distracted from what we were planning on discussing. It's a lot of fun, especially when you feel like you have somewhere you fit it.

  • Janine from Lynnwood, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    EdCC is not only a very pretty campus in a pretty area, it's full of sweet people and intelligent faculty. I have my AA from here and I came back to get another Associates because I had such great experiences before. It's a great place to learn. :)
    Tips for prospective students

    Meet people. It's hard to do anything alone, we all know that. Getting your education is no different. Form study groups, get coffee with people and talk! Nothing helps learning and time go by faster than studying with a couple friends over lunch.
    Academic Rigor

    This all depends on the classes you take. I've had a couple classes which, to me, were really easy. However, there were some people in the class stuggling. I, also, had a class where my final ended up being over 150+ pages (granted, it was a research project, plus I'm an overachiever... but still)! No matter what, the teachers are there for you when you need it. They have office hours and are so readily available. They want you to do well!
    Dorm Life

    I've heard it is pretty great, but I can't attest to anything. It's always nice living on campus though, right? :)
    Food and Dining

    I'm a bit biased, since I'm studying Culinary Arts. But I think it's so great that we have so many venues for food at EdCC. There are two coffee carts on campus, plus many within walking distance. Also, there is the Marketplace (cafeteria) which has everything from gyros to burgers, curry to grilled cheese sandwiches. It's pretty great. Also, on the other side of that building is the cafe. No other place will sell you duck or salmon or quality steak for under $10 bucks! Both have students cooking for you, but they are students taught by amazing chefs who have worked in the industry (in Seattle restaurants) for years and years. You're getting great quality for a steal of a price! :)
    What to do for fun

    There are many coffee shops around, like I've mentioned. The beach is about 10 minutes away (driving) and so is the shopping mall. But on campus you can get involved with sports, journalism, clubs (SO many clubs!) and ASB (ish).
    Bang for the buck

    I love that I won't have (much - if any) debt from Edmonds! You get such a fantastic education and it's so inexpensive. I am often asked Why not the Art Institute? Or Le Cordon Bleu? and my answer is I get the same education, a degree - not a certificate and small class sizes for about a quarter of the price. You can't beat that.
    Great for these types of students

    Everyone. I have met people who are just starting out in college here and people who are coming back after 40 years. I have met teenage moms and single dads. Those who don't know what they want to do and those who are there to learn a specific thing. Everyone can learn at Edmonds, there is such a vast array of opportunity.
    Clubs and Activities

    There are so many great clubs, whether you're into soccer or Magic: The Gatering you can find someone else who is interested too.
    Greek Life

    Nada. At least not that I know of ;P

  • Hana from Lynnwood, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    edmonds community college is a great college for international students like me. they provide classes and treat international students fairly. they also let students join in very interesting clubs to develop external skills, such as music and volunteer clubs.
    Tips for prospective students

    be sure to mingle and join the student clubs. try to take tests such as toefl as it prepares you for placement tests.
    Food and Dining

    the food in edcc canteen is great! i love to buy naked juice every morning, along with cheeseburgers or tuna sandwiches.
    What to do for fun

    student clubs!
    Great for these types of students

    students willing to mingle in organizations and clubs can fit in great in this college
    Clubs and Activities

    music (classical, pop)
    transfer clubs
    volunteer clubs that lets students help do work for events and charity.
    Campus Safety

    campus is safe. security is always noticeable every time i go to class :)

  • Goli from Lynnwood, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    After having been here for over a year, there have only been a few classes that were a bit dull. The majority of the teachers are engaging and the classes keep your interest.
    Am enjoying being here

    Although the College is a good one, Washington state's weather gets to me. Lynnwood tends to get more rainfall than other areas so be prepared for grey winter months.
    Bang for the buck

    As a resident the price at EdCC is great, but I've had many international student friends who have said that it is overpriced for them.
    Tips for prospective students

    If you're looking for a job, you're more likely to find one if you have reliable transportation. Since this is a small town, the bus system doesn't run as often as one would hope. Also, if you're applying for financial aid, be sure to check if the deadlines were altered, since that has happened to me before.
    Great for these types of students

    EdCC is great for students who are very focused on getting their education without too many distractions. The area is quiet but nice.

  • Danielle from Marysville, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Edmonds Community College is one of the most organized schools I've been too, the advisers really help you know what classes you need to take for your desired degree or certificate. The teacher are also there to help you after class or before class and there is a really great learning center where you can get help at any time.
    Am enjoying being here

    I really do enjoy being here because there are a lot of great people and teachers, there is no drama like there is in high school. Edmonds is really organized and easy to find your way around the school even though it is big there are lots of signs telling you where to go.
    Bang for the buck

    I think this school is really worth the money you spend to go, and it is really easy to find books that are on sale or used through other students. They have a lot of options to get things paid for.
    Tips for prospective students

    If a prospective student needed advice I would tell them to make sure they make advising appointments all through out the school year to make sure you are on track and also make sure you keep track of the classes you take.
    Great for these types of students

    Edmonds Community College is great for all students I believe because they offer online and on campus studding, they also offer study groups and tutoring for those who need it.

  • Ho from Corsicana, TX

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The professor is very nice and helpful. They are willing to help you if you need help after the class section.
    Am enjoying being here

    The people are very nice here. The environment is great for study. If you looking for a silent place for study, here is good for you.
    Bang for the buck

    For international student, there is nothing give me to bang for the buck. Everything is more expensive than others.
    Great for these types of students

    The students who want to improve their english.
    Student who want to transfer to UW

  • Vinnessa from Lake Stevens, WA

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

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    Will learn a lot

    All the staff and students here are amazing. I was able to ask any question and get a clear answer.
    Will enjoy being here

    Everyone is so nice. I love the environment, how I am close to town even though it doesn't seem like it. The campus is small, which means more one on one time with the instructor.
    Bang for the buck

    $87.00/credit is a lot cheaper for me to achieve my goal, then if I went to a private/technical school, or university.
    Great for these types of students

    This school is great for students who like or work better with a small school environment.

  • Erica from Everett, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The professors here really know what they're talking about and they are really interested in what they're teaching. The professors are top rated and everything they teach is understandable and challenging, but they want you to succeed. There's even a free tutoring center if you're having trouble with the course material. I'd say this school does a great job preparing students for the real world and preparing students to continue their education.
    Am enjoying being here

    There are a lot of international students and everyone is very friendly. There are tons of clubs you can get involved in, and it's easy meeting new people and making friends. There is a wide range in ages from high school juniors to middle ages adults, the majority being between 18-25. The professors are super helpful and enjoy what they teach.
    Bang for the buck

    Definitely not overpriced, but classes fill up very quickly so you will have to register basically right when the class schedules get posted; especially higher up math classes and online courses.

  • Ian from Lynnwood, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The Classes are fairly small and allow for a more interactive teaching style teaching style, there is also a free tutoring center on campus that helps on a wide verity of subjects from math to Japanese.
    Am enjoying being here

    The Faculty is friendly and helpful making every day a pleasant one. close to the student book store there is also a game room where you can play pool, use the Internet, watch TV, or even play video games.
    Bang for the buck

    As it is a community college it is generally cheaper so you could get all your prerequisites here and then move on to a university and end up paying half as much as you would for a full four years at the UW.
    Tips for prospective students

    Buy as many books as you can used online, in the college store or from other students it is much cheaper. do not use the vending machines they are ridiculously expensive. also register for classes early as they fill up fast and if you don't get a class you want if you visit the class on the first day most teachers will let you add if you have the prerequisites and if there's additional space in the class rooms plus people often drop the class on the first or second day so there is usually room.
    Great for these types of students

    EDCC works well for a wide verity of students as there are those who are doing running start, Ed-cap, getting their AA degrees (or like me their ATA) filling out requirements for university. there is also job training and even Resume training as well as help with job searches.

  • Courtney from Mukilteo, WA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The teachers I've had so far (that being 10 of them), are very helpful, and really know their subjects. Since it isn't a research university, and there are no graduate students to pawn off freshman-level classes on, they have given their all to their students., and it really shows.
    There is also a nice variety of classes to consider, and since a large chunk of their student populace are planning to transfer, it is nice to have options when it comes to your free electives, as well as to be able to fine-tune your Associate of Arts in the direction of your intended major, or even divide it up between a few candidates.
    Am enjoying being here

    I've been very impressed with the facilities, considering that it is a community college. There are a lot of student run events to be a part of, including the welcome back festival and Springfest, an ongoing lecture series welcome to anyone who has the time between classes which brings in famous authors and experts from all fields, and of course the clubs and organizations, some of which are purely for fun, but others can be a big help for your transfer application. There are also regular college and career fairs, which I've attended a few of, and several of them have had very good turnouts of potential employers or colleges.
    On a last note, there is student housing available, in a somewhat unusual manner. This fall (of 2009) there will be an actual dormitory opening up, which no one can speak for or against, aside from the major plus that it is located right on the campus. The other housing opportunities are apartments, in two different locations each about a block from campus. One of them is a large complex of 4-bedroom flats, Somerset, but in all honesty, the school bought them up after they'd been there awhile, and from what I've seen of my friends' apartments, they're rather dingy. The other complex, which is now only a year old, is Sophie Court. This last year it has been open to students, and the apartments are all 3-floor townhouses with 3 bedrooms and a full kitchen. I've heard mention of how they are trying to change the demographic of students living there, and they hope to save it for students with families, and possibly staff as well, but they have yet to close application to all other students, and they are very nice houses.
    Bang for the buck

    No one likes paying for textbooks. It's a fact of life. But when I think about how much it is actually costing me to do my first two years here at Edmonds as opposed to going straight to a four-year, it's an amazing difference. The registration fee is only $18, for cripes' sakes.
    Another thing to consider is that the Office of Student Life makes many of the school events free or very cheap. There are small amenities, like free popcorn, a free game room, free drama events and movie showings, and everything at the welcome and spring festivals (including the food), are free as well. The school will put a lot of effort into making us students comfortable.
    As far as the aforementioned housing goes, the prices for living can sometimes be higher than just finding an apartment in the area, but it is nice to have the option at least, and financial aid can help cut the costs if you are needing a place to stay.
    Tips for prospective students

    On your first day, just grab as much relevant paperwork as possible. There are a lot of obscure events and clubs that are hard to find out about, and some of them hardly exist outside word of mouth.
    The coffee shop in Mountlake Terrace takes 12 minutes, roughly, to heat up a sandwich or produce a cup of coffee. No joke. A lot of students make the mistake of trying to grab a cup of coffee in the 10-minute passing time between two classes. If there is a large line, many people will just endure being late because they've gotten in line, and want to stick it out. Don't be one of those people. Your teachers will appreciate it.
    In every new class, pester the people sitting on all sides of you for their contact info, and give them yours. Some teachers encourage this, but others think it's your problem. However, I can guarantee you that there will come a time in the quarter, where either you need to call them, or they you, and emergency study parties when it comes close to finals are always an acceptable reason to call.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who don't want to be too far from home, or those who are trying to save cash until they transfer. Also for those who want to work and go to school at the same time, since there are a good number of evening and online classes available.