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Megan from Santa Clara, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot After going to De Anza College for a year and not enjoying myself at all, I decided to try Foothill College and it has been one of the greatest decisions I've made. Most of the teachers are professors and they are all very supportive, motivational, and knowledgable, and that makes a huge difference in the learning capabilities of students. I haven't had a disappointing experience yet with any of the instructors at Foothill and I don't think I will.
Am enjoying being here The atmosphere of Foothill's campus is serene with tall trees everywhere and lush lawns of soft grass. The campus is quiet and peaceful, but a lot of the time there will also be something fun going on in the campus center and although the hills that the campus is built upon may be arduous for those who are handicapped, I consider it part of my daily exercise.
Bang for the buck As always, the California community college system is a great value and I consider Foothill to be a great example for budget friendly education. Often times, the instructors are professors with doctorate degrees, work experience, and patience, and the class sizes are small. The parking permit is a manageable price and the school accommodates its students with a nice, clean cafeteria, a large library, a media center full of Apple computers, a student store/book store, a hard-working maintenance staff, vending machines throughout campus, a beautiful athletics department, theaters, art studios, and a friendly campus staff.
Tips for prospective students For me, there were too many distractions at De Anza that inhibited me from maintaining my full potential as a student -- friends that wanted to hangout during breaks, students who didn't take excelling in school very seriously, and classroom environments and teachers who were stressed by the overwhelming number of students they had to fit inside small classrooms. Foothill College was a better fit for me, so if De Anza isn't providing you with an environment you're satisfied with, drive on up the hill a little farther and enjoy the fresh air.
Great for these types of students Students who enjoy learning in a fast paced environment where support is aplenty and the grass is greener.
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Lisa from San Jose, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Foothill is a calm and peaceful school environment. You can sit outside under a tree on a sunny day and study without any distractions. The teachers are serious about their work and will make the course interesting and unique, they will teach whatever they feel is necessary for you to learn in their course. I have learn more then what is needed for each course I have taken from Foothill, some of the skills you can put in use for life and the future.
Am enjoying being here Everyone I've met by far are super nice. You don't hear much loud noises or big clusters here. Everyone here is determine in their work and that kind of environment motives you more to work harder like everyone else.
Bang for the buck Foothill College is a Junior College, so the price for books or classes are about the same for most other Junior Colleges. You won't be having to pay for same amount at you would if you were going to a University it is a lot cheaper and if you qualify for Financial Aid you would be in good hands!
Tips for prospective students The big campus is very clean and up on a hill surrounded by a lot of nature. There is a large variety of choices to choose from if your looking for and Associate degree. Foothill offers a spectacular variety of health associate professions. There are lot of clubs and association opportunity here at Foothill.
Great for these types of students If you are deciding on majoring in any of the Associates degree that Foothill College offers or if your planning on getting your GE done and transferring to a University and you are serious about your education, than Foothill College is the school to go to. Foothill is serious about their education and if you are too than this is the school for you.
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Alicia from San Francisco, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences The campus is beautiful. The teachers want to be there and love what they do. Classes are offered online and hybrid style.
Tips for prospective students Get into a program like tutoring or honors that allows for early registration otherwise it is difficult to get into the classes you want.
Dorm Life No dorms.
Food and Dining Expensive but easily acessable.
What to do for fun Go the San Francisco.
Bang for the buck It is a great school with lots to do.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Foothill college has the third largest bamboo garden in the world.
Great for these types of students Outgoing and motivated students. Also international students.
Greek Life None!
Campus Safety It is safe everywhere and the school sends out texts when a crime occurs on or around campus.
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Katie from Menlo Park, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences I love foothill because the campus is beautiful and when you don't have time to workout climbing stairs and walking hills helps a lot. All my teachers have office hours to help me and my classmates are all friendly. I love the food here, it's just the best and the classes are challenging but rewarding.
Tips for prospective students Just because it's a community college does not meet the classes aren't challenging. You have to check out the tutor center because i swear it will be your best friend because it has the best help you can ask for. Take advantage of the resources like the computer lab and teacher's office hours.
Academic Rigor You have to take a placement test to see what class best fits you so most likely you will be challenged in every class.
Food and Dining Best food ever! the cafe and cafeteria serve the best food like my favorite the Boom Boom burger. I'd rather eat on campus than off campus.
What to do for fun foothill is a community college so it may not have as much stuff as a university but it doesn't mean you can't have some fun. They have a good theater and all sorts of activities next to the bookstore like club rush. There are so many clubs to join you can't have a dull moment.
Bang for the buck This college is so affordable! You can apply for the BOG fee waiver with your fafsa and your classes are paid for! If you are on a budget this is the college for you because there are so many scholarship resources and financial aide.
Clubs and Activities There are so many clubs to choose from. There are clubs for your major such as nursing or just entertainment like the anime club.
Campus Safety This school does have its own security and call posts for emergency. You always feel safe with them around.
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Kassandra from San Jose, CA
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will enjoy being here I visited the campus and I was pleasantly surprised with a beautiful scenery. If I hand't seen the sign labeling the place as Foothill College, I swear I would've thought it was a park or a camping site with cabins. I was enamored with it at first sight. As I walked around exploring the campus, it was calm peaceful and relaxing. It resembled a hike on a sunny day at your favorite park. There are lots of hills you have to walk through and will probably help you shed those unwanted pounds and give you shapely legs! Its a mild workout to get around and I couldn't have it any better! Killing two birds with one stone is the right expression for this place: get an education while losing weight!!! I just love this college.
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Erika from Palo Alto, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Nice campus. Great career center. Friendly environment
Tips for prospective students Talk to a counselor about classes to take.
What to do for fun Clubs. Get involved!
Bang for the buck Yes. It is certainly cheaper than a 4 year university. Foothill has there own programs for people under a certain income called EOPS.
Great for these types of students Great for students that like nature.
Clubs and Activities They have clubs and activities but i am not sure about them myself.
Campus Safety There are police there all the time. I feel very safe everytime
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Ka Pou from Mountain View, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences I love foothill a lot. It's a really good community college with a variety of activities and subject you can choice. I recommend this school to all students.
Tips for prospective students I thinking trying out different field of study and joining the student government would make your 2 year successful.
Academic Rigor It's a difficult school but it's definitely worth while.
Dorm Life no dorm
Food and Dining Cafeteria is average. Quiet pricy.
What to do for fun I think joining the student government and different clubs is the best part about the school because there always so much that is happening.
Bang for the buck It's fair for local student and a bit pricy for international
Great for these types of students This school is suitable for student that regulates themselves because teachers promote self regulation more than fix rules.
Clubs and Activities There are 50 plus clubs and I am sure you will find one that best fits you.
Campus Safety Very safe campus with good amount of protection and enforcement.
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Nichole from Fremont, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Foothill is a great resource campus. EOPS is goes above and beyond with helping low-income students. It's also a beautiful and clean campus.
Tips for prospective students Check out the Career Center. Meet with a counselor at least every quarter and a peer counselor. Find what resources are available to you and be sure to network!
Academic Rigor This school expects academic honesty and honor. Be committed to your education.
Dorm Life I do not live on campus. This rating was required.
Food and Dining The have a cute cafe in the middle of the campus. I think they should have a bulletin board across from the cafe.
What to do for fun Check out what students have to offer on the bulletin boards around campus.
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Asmahan from Millbrae, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Foothill College offers an amazing academic environment for students who are dedicated and very serious about their education. It offers many different types of involvement opportunities; such as volunteer events, internships, and student government activities. Foothill has one of the best transfer programs in the state of California with an amazing teaching staff and incredibly helpful counselors.
Tips for prospective students I'd advise prospective students to take advantage of every opportunity available to them, including the special career and transfer programs, as well as to start planning their educational path as soon as possible.
Academic Rigor Foothill offers some very challenging and exciting courses, especially if a student decided to get involved in the Honors Program and take even more challenging classes.
Dorm Life Foothill is a Community College and therefore a commuter school. Transportation to the school is very well planned out and efficient. It is right next to a freeway and has a train and bus system.
Food and Dining The variety of food in the Cafe is relatively healthy, however it is somewhat costly.
Bang for the buck Because it is a community college, Foothill College is relatively inexpensive, especially for all of the free student programs it offers and the benefits students can get from campus life.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Foothill College has a Bamboo Garden!
Great for these types of students It is great for students who what to get involved in school in aspects other than just their classes.
Clubs and Activities There are tons of clubs on campus for a wide variety of interests, it is also easy to start a club on campus if a students is interested. Also, the Foothill Student Government is very involved in campus life and has events and activities going on for students weekly.
Campus Safety The campus is very safe, there is always security around campus and there is even a Foothill Police station right on campus. Officers are willing to escort students to their cars after night classes and there are always people on guard.
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Andrew from Menlo Park, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences Foothill is a great starting place for people in most interests. However, massive budget cuts means that some people- such as those with special needs or tight schedules- may not be served well by the school. Some departments are downright awful, and faculty is occasionally inept.
Tips for prospective students Look at this and compare it to a four-year school, knowing that the first two years of college are mostly general education. Four-year schools have a social bonus, but they may cost loads. My average tuition is under $500 a quarter, plus textbooks and supplies.
Academic Rigor Depends entirely on whether you take tough teachers. You can get all the necessary credits here and break a sweat if you play your cards correctly. You need to go out and challenge yourself.
Dorm Life No dorms.
Food and Dining Decent, I really like the coffee spots. The cafeteria food is largely untested- I usually eat off campus.
What to do for fun Not a lot, though there's a bunch of a cool physical education classes, including golf and archery.
Bang for the buck Pretty fantastic, assuming you can get the classes and times you need.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus There's this place under a concrete bridge that people hang out at, I don't quite understand it. There's an observatory with a 16 inch telescope too! :)
Great for these types of students People that want a two year degree, or want to transfer and save money. Those that are busy and need to take online classes.
Clubs and Activities Mostly ethnic or specialized clubs, may not help everyone. You can start your own relatively easily, and they tend to get some scratch from the administration.
Campus Safety Good- the speed limit is well-enforced and I see security patrolling around a bunch. I don't know about at night, but it's a well-lit, compact campus.
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