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Golden West College Reviews

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    erika from Costa Mesa, CA

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

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    Will learn a lot

    i would love to learn lots of things from there like doing hair, make up and nalis
    Will enjoy being here

    i will enjoy been there because i have always wanted to go there
    Bang for the buck

    i would like to get a scholarships for that if that's passable

  • Sandra from Westminster, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    It's a great school with great teachers. They are always willing to help you succeed and will do whatever it takes to make sure you accomplish your goals. They are truly concerned with your future.
    Tips for prospective students

    DO NOT rely on the counseling staff for transfer advice. Figure out what schools you want to go to, and then visit their admissions/transfer center and go over everything with them.
    Academic Rigor

    It really just depends on the class. Generally, the more advanced classes are smaller and involve more participation.
    What to do for fun

    Go to the beach! You're in Surf City, USA!

  • pamela from Fountain Valley, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Golden West College is a wonderful school, and is well balanced, all around good junior college. Having taking a class in almost every department, I can say that some teachers are not always effective, but what I have learned is to fix the problem by simply finding another one. The school is small, which is why I went, but has a brand new building for the library and nursing departments.
    Tips for prospective students

    Tip number one is to get to know the different departments and locations. Once you know that, finding a class is easy. Tip number two would be to park on the side of the school where your last class of the day is. Tip number three is study hard and show your teacher that your trying, especially if your having a hard time.
    Academic Rigor

    The school is filled with wonderful teachers. I have only had a few that weren't not so pleasant, but muscle threw and you will find it rewarding.
    Dorm Life

    I'm not sure if is housing available but the financial office should have those answers.
    Food and Dining

    The cafeteria has pretty good food. I especially love the tossed salads made to order. There is also a awesome coffee stand right outside of the cafeteria. The food selection is pretty limited.
    What to do for fun

    Get into a sport, or join the many different groups that are available.
    Campus Safety

    There is always someone around, but if you have a night class just park as close as possible to that class. Keep any valuables hidden in your cars. Better safe then sorry!

  • Sandra from Long Beach, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Friendly campus
    Tips for prospective students

    Stay focused on goal no matter what obstacles come up
    Dorm Life

    Community college, no dorm life
    What to do for fun

    Must make your own fun. It's a community college.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    none
    Great for these types of students

    Asian..lots of those
    Greek Life

    Community college

  • Brechan

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    It a very chill campus. Some of the professors are really good, while others are not. Same goes for the academic counselors, I recommend Michelle.
    Tips for prospective students

    Really use the teacher rating sites. Please take advantage of the counseling services, they can prevent you from taking unnecessary classes. It's best to make an appointment for them to draw up a plan, otherwise they don't really even look at your records if you go to the walk in counseling.
    Academic Rigor

    It really depends on the teacher, some were really easy, while others really make you work for your grade.
    Food and Dining

    The cafeteria has limited options, but the breakfast burritos and coffee are both excellent
    What to do for fun

    There's a (tiny) game room, but there isn't much in it.

  • Sean Chea

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    golden west college is a simple, hard-working campus. the staff here are super friendly, informative, and helpful. i wish it were a university so i don't have to leave it so soon ):
    Tips for prospective students

    tuition fees are cheap, atmosphere is energetic, most of all, this school is great!
    Academic Rigor

    be on top of your competitors.
    Dorm Life

    since it's a community college, no dorms are necessary.
    Food and Dining

    cafeteria is always fresh with new items.
    What to do for fun

    there's so much to do; clubs, choir, track&field, or simply just hanging out.
    Bang for the buck

    i really love this community college. the clubs here are very diverse, ranging from culture, gender identity, even heritage. i'm in the vietnamese student association and i've been a member for 1 year already and i felt as if this committee became a part of my family. they're always there for you and will help you out through almost anything.
    Clubs and Activities

    as stated above, i'm in the vietnamese student association and i've been a member for 1 year already and i felt as if this committee became a part of my family. they're always there for you and will help you out through almost anything.
    Greek Life

    no frat or sorority.
    Campus Safety

    the public safety officers are always on patrol. keeping the campus safe is what they do best (:

  • Jovita from Fountain Valley, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Tips for prospective students

    study alot

  • Melissa from Huntington Beach, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    the teachers are detailed and explain the lessons well and answer the questions.
    Am enjoying being here

    Its a nice campus, they keep it clean, have good food, nice places to hang out, like the student center and the California Native Garden. The people in the bookstore are friendly and help out.
    Bang for the buck

    Its nice school but taking two seperate classes is kind of difficult and a waste of money. class it self and then lab, dont see why dont combine the classes, and the books are the books are ridiculously priced, We spent almost three hundred dollars in spanish alone.
    Tips for prospective students

    if your looking for a local college in your area then this it or just need general classes.
    Great for these types of students

    its good for students who arent sure they want to do in life and this is like a start for them to explore what classes they need to take for there career.

  • Aubrey from Westminster, CA

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

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    Bang for the buck

    i would like to get any kind of financial scholarships possible.