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Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Reviews

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  • 19 out of 19 people found this review useful.

    Dwayne from fayetteville, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    every chef at this university has years of experience, know the ends ands outs of the business and can really give insight on any aspect of the culinary worldthey make sure in the time your in their labs that when you leave you will be able to go to any employer eady to do the job they ask of you
    Am enjoying being here

    ive met so many others like myself that enjoy being in the kitchen working up some of the best didshes ive seen outside of foodnetwork
    Bang for the buck

    dont get me wrong this school is not cheap but they offer so many oppertunities to make your money back in knowledge and skills through events such as chefs choice and other things goin on around the campus
    Tips for prospective students

    find yourself a veteran student that you can learn from fast because study groups are the best thing running at this school
    Great for these types of students

    anyone that is willing to learn the chefs are there they will stay nomatter how long it takes they will even meet you outside of class to help if you need it

  • 14 out of 14 people found this review useful.

    Myia from Columbia, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am enjoying being here

    There is plenty to do both on campus and around the city. It is located in the uptown Charlotte area
    Tips for prospective students

    Johnson & Wales is a good school. If you go for culinary arts I believe it is the best school to go to, but then again i am probably biased. You learn alot. You are in the class room for six hour getting hands on experience and you are learning from professionals who came from the field. Instructors know what they are talking about. Just be prepared for the long hours (if you consider six hours four days a week long) and the work that comes with it. Also there is a dress policy. Culinary students must wear their culinary uniforms and everyone else must wear professional wear. So if you plan on going here get your wardrobe ready because there are no jean in the building.
    Great for these types of students

    If you would like to go to a school that is career focused then Johnson & Wales is the school for you. It has a backwards curriculum in which you learn what is in your major the first two years instead of your last two years. This gets one ready faster for the workforce than at other traditional colleges and univerisitys.

  • 10 out of 10 people found this review useful.

    Alora from Ewing, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The chefs an professors at school are amazing. Everyday that I step into the classroom I learn things. All of the chefs that I have encountered have done everything that they could to help me learn. They will stay late or come early if you ask them to. My suggestion is if you are having problems with something don't be afraid to ask for help. The chefs and professors will do everything in their power to help you. Remember if you are going to school here you are paying big $$$$$, it's not worth it if you don't ask questions.
    Am enjoying being here

    Truthfully, I love the Charlotte campus. The dorms are great and the city is amazing. There is a lot to do as long as you don't want to stay out late. The campus is in the business district of Charlotte and everything shuts down at night. But, if you can't find something to do around town, espescially on College St, there is always the Quad filled with people and the common rooms. If that's not enough, there are so many clubs and activities that you can join.
    Tips for prospective students

    Join clubs such as ice chippers, the baking and pastry club or student government. If sports are more your style their are all kinds of sport clubs that were just recently created. All of the clubs are relatively cheap and that's what you are looking for on a college budget. Another thing that you can do if you are in the college of culinary is volunteer for Chef's Choice! They are classes for people that are in the community. It is really good for the Baking and Pastry and Culinary students. You can gain eperience in your own field or you can experiment with the opposite program. There are many things you can learn like sushi rolling and how to make breads. You don't have to pay for them! They are on the weekends so you don't have to worry about them conflicting with your class schedule.
    Great for these types of students

    This school is great for people who want to get right into the industry after college.

  • 10 out of 10 people found this review useful.

    Kaitlyn from Dawsonville, GA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I never knew what a julienne knife cut was, or which oil is the best to saute with until I came here to Johnson & Wales University. I have learned so much and I only completed my first year there. The instructors and unbelievable. They work with you and never get frustrated with the amount of questions asked or how long it something as simple has making mashed potatoes is taking you. They are there for the students and the students only. It honestly is an amazing experience and I am so glad that I came here to this school.
    Am enjoying being here

    Charlotte the city is something in itself. The career opportunities here are amazing. But, being on campus is also a lot of fun. We have so many different clubs to join like Toastmasters International, Ice Chippers, we also have different sports clubs like Hockey and soccer. The school itself tries to keep the students entertained as much as possible. We have different speakers come to our school for our career as well as entertainment.
    Bang for the buck

    The education is amazing, the price is high but totally worth it.
    Tips for prospective students

    Ask as many questions as you can and don't be afraid to try something new. Don't fall behind on your studies, and have a great time.

  • 7 out of 7 people found this review useful.

    Christian from Creedmoor, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Most of the professors are nice, and care about making sure that you do good in their classes. The class room size is a lot smaller than a regular public college, so you don't feel like just a number, and you have a better chance of getting help if you do not understand something.
    Am enjoying being here

    There are SO many things to do on campus. We have many events that you can go to on campus, such as Movie Nights on certain Fridays of the month. Tie-Dye day where you make tie-dye t-shirts, Indoor Skydiving and ALOT more. We have a monthly calender that tells you about all the events that are happening each day of the month.
    Bang for the buck

    Overall JWU does give you a bang for your buck, you really get to learn a lot about the business world as well as the Culinary industry. And the location makes it even better, because you are in downtown Charlotte. Some of the classes are in the Bank of America Corporate building. Many businesses contact JWU when looking for students for employment also.
    Tips for prospective students

    A good school in a nice location of Charlotte. The school has a good reputation, and has many opportunties for students in the job industry also.
    Great for these types of students

    Culinary, Business, Fashion, and Hospitality.

  • 6 out of 7 people found this review useful.

    Sheridan from Jacksonville, FL

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Tips for prospective students

    Our teachers say they only spend the best for our education, and you don't have to look to agree. Even though our particular campus is only four years old, we already have a Quantity of professional chefs. Need a tip on how to spend your school year? BE ACTIVE-join activities, get involved in culinary opportunities and join, join, join! I promise you'll meet a friend every time you walk out your door.
    Great for these types of students

    A passion for culinary, management, accounting, well...business is the key. The school always looks for professionalism

  • 3 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Christina from Bedford, VA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I grew up in a small town with zero fine dining restaurants. One of my biggest worries was that I wouldn't fit in with other students here or that the chef instructors would expect me to know a lot already. I've had no experience in the industry, only in my kitchen. Thankfully, I was wrong about what to expect. The chef instructors are some of the most helpful people you'll ever meet, and you learn so many different things from each of them because they each have had their own individual experience in the industry. They expect you to work hard and do your best, but not to be perfect. And that's one reason why you learn so much at JWU.
    Am enjoying being here

    Although I am missing my hometown and my family, Johnson & Wales University is a family of its own. All of the classes are small, which allows for stronger teacher-student relationships. Also, there are always so many campus activities that even if you're not a person who wants to go out every weekend there is still something for you to do.
    Bang for the buck

    Our state of the art kitchens, chefs, and professors make it worth the money. We are a career-oriented school, and you certainly get the hands-on experience that you need to find a job in our tough economy. The class sizes are small, so you get to know your teacher and have a better learning experience. Plus, the university uses some of the tuition and room & board money to put on fun events for the students. It's definitely worth the money. Employers know that someone with a degree from Johnson & Wales is a person to trust, and someone that has great work ethic.
    Tips for prospective students

    Those interested in a culinary or baking major, do the career-explorations program! It's an incredible weekend program where you get to work hands on in one of our kitchens. You'll know after this program whether or not it's the right school for you.
    Great for these types of students

    Hands-on learners, those interested in culinary arts or baking and pastry arts, those with a strong work ethic.

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Annalea from Pikesville, MD

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

    Categories Rating Comments
    Will learn a lot

    I just came back from orientation and I am more impressed than ever!!
    Will enjoy being here

    Lots of planned opportunities many different interests! How can you not have fun?
    Bang for the buck

    The financial aid people go out of their way to help you find as much money as they can!
    Tips for prospective students

    Get involved!
    Great for these types of students

    It is a small campus in a big city. Plenty nearby if you want to get off campus for a while but plenty to do on campus as well!

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Rosa from Silver Spring, MD

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    This school has a lot of Professors who have been published authors, important chefs, and people in the business industry who know what they are teaching you. Many teachers here will only teach you what you need to succeed, because in the end you are paying them for only that and not useless things you don't need to know or will never use.
    Am enjoying being here

    The city of Charlotte is great, it fits every type of personality ther is out there. Whether you are a party person, a sight-seeing person, or a business person, there's a place for you. You get a taste of living in the city without having the noise from a city which is good if you prefer to have a quiet environment.
    Bang for the buck

    JWU is not cheap but everything that you pay is for something and there are no hidden fees or ridiculous fees that you would see in other universities. You also have a choice of taking up to 21 credits per term, there are 3 terms in the year.
    Tips for prospective students

    Look for scholarships everywhere because as a new adult to the world, any college you choose to go to you might have to take a loan. As young as we are we don't want loans at such a young age. Also join business clubs at your school because you will get a taste of what this college is about there.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Taylor from Rutherfordton, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    johnson and wales university has a highly rated culinary program. i feel that i am getting an excellent education in the baking and pastry program. i believe that i will be well prepared to enter into the culinary field after i graduate.
    Tips for prospective students

    be prepared for strict rules regarding dress and class attendance. it would be very easy to fail a class due to lack of attendance.
    Academic Rigor

    the classes are difficult. my instructors have been very fair and helpful in all of my classes.
    Dorm Life

    the dorms are nice and clean. the rooms are small but comfortable. the arrangement of the suite sink/toilet/shower areas are convenient since they are all seperated.
    Food and Dining

    the food in the cafeteria is not what i expected. it is catered in by an outside company and often is not very tasty. breakfast is usually good. they do offer a variety of items to choose from.
    What to do for fun

    there are lots of restaurants and shopping opportunities near the campus.
    Great for these types of students

    students that are interested in either culinary arts or fashion design would be well suited for johnson and wales university.
    Campus Safety

    the campus seems very safe. the campus security is located in the same building as my dorm room.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Trela from Spring Lake, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    As a freshman in college there is one each freshman must know and that is staying focus. This school offers many majors, but it focuses on culinary arts mainly. The professor are very professional and about business. They teach each student how to gain knowledge from their course. The teachers also interact with you and they know you personally.
    Am enjoying being here

    I enjoy being at JWU, but I hate that nobody knows the business side to JWU. The students here are friendly you grow accustomed to many different cultures. Just living on campus is nice and the dorms are well maintained unlike other colleges.
    Bang for the buck

    I don't believe I'm getting my money worth but that's because I'm not a culinary arts student. I am a fashion major, and not to many people know the fashion in Charlotte. Each year the tuition goes up and personally I'm not getting my money's worth.
    Tips for prospective students

    If you plan to attend JWU check their major catalog and see if it has what your majoring in. This school does focus on culinary arts mainly so if that's not your major I don't advise you to attend here. Do your research on this school before applying you want your parents & your self to get the best for the money.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Nanice from Colonial Heights, VA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The Baking & Pastry Arts program is awesome. The chefs are very knowledge in Baking & Pastry Arts and also in life lessons. They teach us not only applied baking skills, but also about the reward of baking and the passion you put into your profession. You can feel that the chefs are just as passionate as you are hopefully when going to school here at JWU - Charlotte. I couldnt ask for better chefs.
    Am enjoying being here

    Charlotte is a very beautiful city. It is also a very buisness forward city. Many students in the culinary program at Johnson & Wales University can get their foot in the door here and can grow as a chef-in-training. I feel that besides business, the area that JWU is located in is very dull. There is not much to do except go eat at expensive restaurants if you can afford them.
    Bang for the buck

    I think for my education, the money is well worth it. But as for residential life and receiving help on campus for what you need, it sucks. The food in the cafeteria is owned by Chartwells. You'd think that at a culinary school the food would be above average, but that is not the case. The food is rather mediocre with limited choices and hardly any variety. Except for when the parents come to visit, the food is mysteriously delicious. The financial department also sucks when it comes to helping you out. They always claim that they are busy 24/7 and do not have time. They also seem like they do not want to help you, horrible customer service considering we are paying $36,000+ to pay for there salary.
    Tips for prospective students

    If you are going to JWU for Culinary Arts or Baking & Pastry Arts, I hope you are going because cooking/baking is your passion. The chefs here are very passionate about there job and helping us chefs-in-training to succeed. If you do not care, they wont either. Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts are not as simple of a major as they may seem. It takes a lot of hard work. Not just hands-on in the lab, but also studying and reading. A wise chef that teaches at JWU told me that Reading is Fundamental. You will find this very true. Do whatever reading is assigned to you and you will go very far.
    Great for these types of students

    Johnson & Wales University is a very good school to go to if you want to live on a campus with a good amount of students but not too many. The education you receive will be well worth the tuition you are paying. Although there are other majors besides culinary, I do not know much about them. But if you are passionate about Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts, then JWU is the school for you.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Jose from Edinburg, TX

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The academic classes are challenging Sophomore year. Be sure to do your best during placement testing at Orientation to be sure you don't have to take remedial classes, or you will definitely be bored (if you don't need them)
    Am enjoying being here

    I love JWU! I am a part of the CAT team, IFSEA, an Orientation Leader for the 2011 summer, and a Student Assistant in the Admissions Office for the fall and winter terms of 2011. I couldn't ask for a better environment. I think students here are mostly hospitable, and you make great friendships that are more than friendships.
    Bang for the buck

    This university is pricey, but if you work on attaining scholarships, and grants, its affordable. The teachers provide a lot more personal experience for our career classes that make up for the amount of tuition.
    Tips for prospective students

    Apply early and apply for ALOT of scholarships!
    Great for these types of students

    Career Focused, Motivated, Driven, Determined, Successful, Energetic, Outgoing.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Shea from Clover, SC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    The lab classes are great. You learn alot in the the nine days that you are in there.
    Am enjoying being here

    The instructors are great. Chef Gronert and Chef P are some of the best instructors on campus, just saying ;)
    Bang for the buck

    The tuition is pretty pricey and honestly I a struggling to pay for it, but the money is worth it. You learn a lot in the short amount of days you are in there.
    Tips for prospective students

    Do not get frustrated and be open to everything. Every instructor does something different.
    Great for these types of students

    Driven students.

  • 3 out of 5 people found this review useful.

    Taaj from Garner, NC

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

    Categories Rating Comments
    Tips for prospective students

    Great school in a great area especially for culinary arts and hospitality.
    Great for these types of students

    Student who like the city, love to cook, love fashion, or has an interest in managing events.

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Ashley from Winston Salem, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    I am a Fashion Merchandising Major, and believe it or not, i am learning alot here at the charlotte campus. They are preparing me for my future, and the real world. Though i have trouble communicating with my professors because they are well over busy. If you were to be having a hard time in a class, there are advisers, tutors and counselors that you can talk to.
    Am enjoying being here

    I do like the the campus in the city, because i love the city. I must admit tho, there is not a lot to do on campus. You really have to be 21 and up to enjoy the downtown nightlife. But other than that, as long as you know how to make friends, and make your own fun... your like it.
    Bang for the buck

    I'm not sure what this means, but if it is talking about the cost of the college, i must be honest, if you are looking for the complete college experience, JWU is not the place you want to waste your money on. This school is VERY expensive, and is not really worth the money. But on the brighter side, if you are just wanting an higher education, and want to star your career then Johnson and Wales is where you should be , especially culinary students.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure you have a personal saving, your gonna need it. Understand that if you are not a culinary student, you dont get the same praise as the do. and understand that the books are expensive (thats where the savings come in) .

  • 1 out of 5 people found this review useful.

    khiara from Durham, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    culinary art
    Am enjoying being here

    to be a culinary art
    Bang for the buck

    400,000
    Tips for prospective students

    i am ggood and force
    Great for these types of students

    have fun n meet new ppl

  • Elizabeth from Durham, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    I love the Johnson & Wales Charlotte Campus. The professors here are great and the best part is I started classes regarding my major my first semester! This University is the one for me!
    Academic Rigor

    Everything is pretty easy if you pay attention and go to class! There is on campus tutoring available for any student who needs it.
    Dorm Life

    The dorm life is a great experience, everyone is helpful when you move in as well as after. You meet great people and have the chance to participate in fun activities.
    Food and Dining

    Our food and dining cafe is buffet style, it offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. It's great food cooked by some of our chefs and students that attend school. There is a lot of variety as well!
    Clubs and Activities

    We have many clubs and activities that are fun as well as helpful with pursuing your career.
    Campus Safety

    We have a lot of security!! Which is great seeing as how our campus is located in the uptown area of Charlotte.

  • Michael from Kokomo, IN

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    Very hands on learning proactive, with extremely personal one on one teaching. Great area to go to school at with a beautiful city, arts district, and plenty of things to do. The Chefs really get to know you during class, allows you to network extremely well.
    Tips for prospective students

    Work as hard as you can with as much perseverance as possible! It may be hard, but the training and classes are completely worth every hour of class you are here! Professionalism is key to success as well as hard work!
    Academic Rigor

    Academics are held just as high as any hands on learning lab around, if not higher! JWU offers only a set of classes that are critical to your degree so that there is hardly any, or no wasted time in classrooms for unneeded materials!
    Dorm Life

    Dorm life is GREAT! You get to split a suite with 3 other people, as well as get to know each one personally during your stay. There's always PLENTY of activities going on outside or on campus somewhere!
    Food and Dining

    Charlotte is home to multitudes of great restaurants, bars, pubs, and eateries. Honestly, if you can think of it, there's more than likely a restaurant or food truck of sorts out there to fulfil your needs! And if dining out just doesn't fit the budget, Campus Dining is literally right next door to the dorms with plenty of different options from their daily changing buffet!
    What to do for fun

    Campus activities is always holding some sort of happening or event. There are movie nights, kickball in the Quad, laser tag, inflatable day, tye dying shirts, stress relief days, bingo, and all other sorts of things! And if you have a night life, Charlotte is home to a number of dance clubs that you can go to as well!
    Bang for the buck

    At JWU, the chefs really get to know you on a more personal level, so you really get a closer look on your education when you get a first hand account as to what you are supposed to learn. Classes are always course specific, i.e., if you are taking meat cutting, you only cover skills that relate to how different portions of an animal are handled and cut. It's really a great experience.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    I think every year the school does this HUGE backyard bar-b-que with pulled pork, hotdogs, steaks, porkchops, hamburgers, and chicken. It's a massive array of food that you can choose from to fill your evening craving for backyard barbeque. Finger lickin' good!
    Great for these types of students

    JWU is great for the foodie and culinary geared student, as it's really the only degree they offer besides Baking & Pastry and Event Management. Sure there are the bachelors degree programs which go into management, but it's all relly for the Culinary, B&P, and Event Management studies.
    Clubs and Activities

    Multitudes of clubs and activities. There's almost a club for EVERYTHING. Looking for community service to not only better yourself, your resume, and someone else in need? There's hadnfuls of clubs for that. Looking for a sports club or table tennis club? There's a club for both!
    Greek Life

    Sadly, there is no greek life on campus.
    Campus Safety

    Campus is in the heart of Charlotte, right next to buildings operated by Bank of America employees, and protected by BoA security, as well as our own Campus Safety & Security. Charlotte's a nice peaceful city with a low crime rate, no need to fear here!

  • Christina from Augusta, GA

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

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    In three sentences

    I believe Johnson & Wales University is a great school.Its in the city and near trolly trains.I will enjoy myself in the fall and you will too.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be open minded when your choosing a college
    know what you want put of a college
    Academic Rigor

    The teachers or professors seems to be very hands on,willing to get to know you as a student, and a great admirer.
    Dorm Life

    The dorm rooms are median size and with a roommate.You want be ability to bring your whole room,but the stuff you will need to live with.
    Food and Dining

    The dining hall food is good.Its has everything you will want or have a taste for.
    What to do for fun

    The camp has alot of events and activities to do on campus.
    Bang for the buck

    The money is worth it.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    I seen that the students work and manage the hotel on the campus.The hotel also give the students a chance to earn experience.
    Great for these types of students

    If u like hand on work,small class, and great professors
    Clubs and Activities

    Their are many clubs and campus activities that can do.You will never get bored.
    Greek Life

    There isn't any Greek life on campus.
    Campus Safety

    The campus safety is great because when i visited the campus.Security was walking around making sure their wasn't anything dangerous was going on.

  • Jozlan from Waldorf, MD

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    There are awsome opportunities with in charlotte being a JWU student. The city is up and comming so it is super easy to get your foot in the door! The curiculum is great and you learn alot from teachers who have been in the industry you are trying to enter.
    Tips for prospective students

    Take up every volunteer opportunity you have. Get involved and join clubs!
    Academic Rigor

    It all depends on your major and how you personally feel. People have different opions about our academic rigor. However i do not think that it is too bad, some classes are decent and some are going to be very helpful to your career.
    Dorm Life

    You share a bathroom with 1, 2, or 3 other people instead of sharing with a entire floor.
    Food and Dining

    The Cafe has its days where it is reall good and it has its days where it is not. There are plently of restuarants to go to uptown. Dont judge a books by it cover some resturants look fancy but they are cheap!
    What to do for fun

    You are very close to up town and there are endless possibilities to what you can do. If all else fails you can just walk around the city and sight see
    Bang for the buck

    It depends on your major.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Not really
    Great for these types of students

    Career Driven students.
    Clubs and Activities

    the clubs are students run all the way! so it all depends on the students of the executive of the board and the students that are in the club.
    Greek Life

    There is no greek life.
    Campus Safety

    We do not have real police on campus. Just security guards. Charlottes crime rate is not high, but i would be careful walking around at night.

  • Brittany from Port Richey, FL

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    Johnson & Wales has a prestige culinary program and I am very happy to be attending the number one culinary school in the nation. Johnson & Wales teaches the art of professionalism while allowing our own creative potential shine. I would give Johnson & Wales a 8/10 overall because the academic courses are not very challenging.
    Tips for prospective students

    Don't let the party scene of this big city distract you from whats really important-- your education.
    Food and Dining

    5 stars in the city.. but the on-campus cafeteria doesn't provide very good food.
    What to do for fun

    The city! Walk around look at the lights or participate in on-campus activities.
    Bang for the buck

    Its an expensive college, but its also a culinary college so it cost a lot of money to provide food to cook (often exotic products) for thousands of students.
    Greek Life

    No greek life. Its an off campus program and the people in it seem to enjoy it.

  • Courtney from Monsey, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    The academics are stronger here than at any other campus. The housing option of City View Towers is very nice. The admissions director Joe Campos is very friendly and supportive
    Tips for prospective students

    Maintain close relationships with professors.
    Food and Dining

    I am not able to accurately review the food as I did not have a meal plan and instead went grocery shopping.

  • Jasmine from Charlotte, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    Johnson& Wales is good school to get your culinary/baking and business management degree. The school has a lot of resources from academic to the chefs themselves; who have owned their own businesses and worked for top chefs.
    Tips for prospective students

    Tips for prospective students is keep working hard and this school recognizes you as an adult and they will be treated you as an adult. Enjoy the school and get everything you can out of it.
    Academic Rigor

    The academics are not that hard or very intensive, but sometimes it feels like a load when you procrastinate and have projects back to back for every class.
    Dorm Life

    Freshmen year was OK, but sophomore year was even better because I got my own room and a full size kitchen for cooking. Now, I actually have the space to practice the skills I learn in my baking labs.
    Food and Dining

    The food freshmen year in the dinning hall was OK.
    What to do for fun

    What to do for fun is go shopping to the different malls, movies, take trips to different parts of Charlotte and North Carolina.
    Bang for the buck

    I do truly believe I am getting the bang for my buck because the school has great resources and great teachers.
    Greek Life

    There is no greek life on campus.

  • Angel from Gastonia, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    I couldn't be more happy.
    Tips for prospective students

    Enjoy yourself.
    Academic Rigor

    I am only in my first year and it's not too hard yet.
    Dorm Life

    I live off campus so I don't know how the dorms are.
    Food and Dining

    I ate in the cafeteria only once and it was good but others say it's not so good all the time.
    What to do for fun

    Go to the drag strip or boating.
    Bang for the buck

    It is expensive but I am gaining a lot of knowledge.
    Clubs and Activities

    I don't know how the clubs are but there are a lot of them.
    Greek Life

    None

  • Michael from Charlotte, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    Very career orientated technical school. Although the academic classes are not what I expected. I did learn a great amount of valuable information.
    Tips for prospective students

    Work hard. Always be listening to your Chefs, because they know a lot of information. Always take notes, and challenge yourself.
    Dorm Life

    First year is a blast. You get a chance to meet people from all over the world.
    Food and Dining

    Charlotte has the best food in the business. Little Village is by far the best place I have ever ate.
    What to do for fun

    Plenty of things to do uptown. They also have a great hockey team and suggest you go and watch them.
    Bang for the buck

    I don't think I got what I paid for but it was a good school.
    Great for these types of students

    Willing to try new things and learn.
    Clubs and Activities

    Too many clubs to name.
    Greek Life

    Starting up. There is a frat named Kappa Sigma
    Campus Safety

    Always really nice.

  • Lindsay from Charlotte, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    Johnson and Wales paves the path for success. The career specified programs help you to get a hands on experience with what you love doing. With this kind of education, you will never work a day in your life because your pursuing your passion.
    Tips for prospective students

    If you are entering the culinary program, it is best to have experience in the food industry before starting school. It can seem overwhelming and overbearing if this is your first time in a industry standard kitchen. Same goes for baking and pastry majors, be prepared but if your ready for it, you will love going to school everyday
    Academic Rigor

    Challenging but not overwhelming as far as homework and tests. The information you learn here will help you succeed in your career field, so you will want to pay close attention.
    Dorm Life

    Could be better but its ok.
    Food and Dining

    The dining hall is acceptable and has a decent variety with food but the culinary classrooms have great food that is prepared by the students.
    What to do for fun

    Johnson and Wales is located in center city where there is a a lot of night life, restaurants, and other activities. The school also sponsors parties, movie nights, and coffee nights.
    Great for these types of students

    This school is great for you if you are passionate.
    Clubs and Activities

    There is a wide variety of clubs and organizations that involve the community and other students.
    Campus Safety

    Safety and security works with students on a daily basis to keep the campus clean and safe.

  • Anonymous

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    they need more housing options. i think they should become a public school so they can retain more students. i think they need to lower their tuition cost.
    Academic Rigor

    not very hard. more like high school learning. they need to become more academically centered
    Dorm Life

    they need more housing options.
    Food and Dining

    they foods sucks for it to be a culinary school.

  • Aleysha from Norfolk, VA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    i would rate johnson & wales 5 stars at johnson and wales you have a lot of opportunities to enter in to competitions for recognition and cash prizes. the classes and teachers are great. and overall johnson & wales is the best culinary school to attend and i am very satisfied in my decision to attend
    Tips for prospective students

    i would advise prospective students to get involved as much as possible.
    Academic Rigor

    the classes are effective and very hands on
    Dorm Life

    the dorms are nice and convient just make sure you get along with your roommate and suite mate.
    Food and Dining

    the food in the cafeteria is not part of johnson & wales but the food is good
    What to do for fun

    many thing to do for fun, like parties, bingo and movie night in the student center

  • Tierra from Columbia, SC

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

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    when i went to visit jwu i felt like i was at home. the school isn't too big and it has a professional setting. i cant wait to go there in the fall.

  • Lisa from Charlotte, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    the charlotte campus has the best chefs and professors,who are caring,supportive, funny, and have plenty of great stories about the industry and their life as a chef.jwu is current and up to date with what's going on in the culinary arts industry and food serivce industry.jwu has great contest and competitions on campus
    Tips for prospective students

    the best tip is to read, practice, and learn as much as you can while you are in school (and in general). secondly,practice your knife cuts and plate presentations and if you're a baking & pastry major, also practice your piping skills, cake decorating skills, and know about bread dough and pastry dough. the ability to have good time management skills are essentials. your personal appearance is as important as your food presenation,so invest in an iron and shoe polish. prospective students should have a good attitiude and don't attend jwu, because it makes your parents happy; attend because you love to culinary arts !
    Academic Rigor

    there are plenty scholarships available and chances to win both scholarship funds and personal money in the culinary field. the possibility of making the dean's list offers scholarship money, i believe. the ability of having a high gpa opens doors for you and the chefs are very willing to help you with references and recommendations. the various deans on campus are always very helpful and willing to help you advance in a multitude of areas and whatever your personal career goal is. some students here already self -employed or gain self-employment while attending the college; so academic and structure are very important here; we are told we are the leaders of the future. we are encouraged to broaden our academic knowledge. though academic is not for everyone, jwu does prepare you well for the industry you will be entering.
    Dorm Life

    i don't live in the dorms. i haven't heard anything a bad about them there are a small and cozy. there are apartment that students share as well, called city view; the students really enjoy living there as well
    Food and Dining

    while you are taking your labs, students prepare and service one another, also, there is a dinning hall were student purchase a food pass or pay with credit/debit cards. in the main building there are vending machines and a microwave in the student lounge and we are working one getting a variety of vending / food machines for quick snacking between classes. there are plenty of places to eat around campus, we are about 5 minutes away for the uptown area for more fine dinning. in charlotte there is an annual event called restaurant week where you can experience fine dinning for only $30. charlotte has a variety of cuisine available from southern comfort foods to bbq, asian fusion/ p.f. chang's/ japanese cuisine/ thailand, and vietnamese cuisine, italian and good ole' american favorites. there are plenty of ice cream shops,pizza parlors, and local bars, even hooters.
    What to do for fun

    there is a plenty of local fun such as an amusement park, water park, go-cart racing, na-scar, and derby cars.there are coliseums and conventions were there is always a sporting event, concert, or event going on close to campus. there are bowling alleys, movies theatres, dance clubs and a whole bunch of social events going on or in the surrounding area. if you like gospel music there are plenty of concerts and activities. one of the local gospel stations sponsors a cruise annually. if you are interested in healthy activities, there are marathons for cycling and running, there are even triathlons. there are nature walks and trails, if shopping is your thing , there are plenty of malls, one favorite is south park mall. perhaps a bit of drama, there a plays and musicals available in the uptown area. also, there are museums and galleries for the art buffs. there's alot going on in charlotte!
    Bang for the buck

    there is a local tapas bar called dandelion's market which is affordable and there a restaurant that not too far from campus that's called king's cafe that sells affordable comfort food. there are plenty of fast food joints. csa provides free vegetables for jwu students and there are plenty farmers' markets and an open air market called center city green market. when the weather is warm in charlotte you can experience a free musical concert and social gathering every thursday at the epic center; occasionally there are free giveaways to the local time warner area events and some free ice cream,too. in the summer months on one friday there's the movies on the green were they have a giant screen showing some of your favorite movies.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    the continental tire bowl street party is between christmas and new year's day. its one of the biggest parties abed its a day long street party for football fans, that team up with acc for a massive rally with food, music and games!
    Great for these types of students

    for culinary students in the fall, there is a month long cultural celebration which includes a culinary arts piece with a festival and memphis bbq. in the spring for culinary students,the taste of charlotte is a 3 day food festival featuring charlotte's fine dinning premier restaurants where you can taste a 3 course meal foe $30.
    Clubs and Activities

    at jwu there are plenty of clubs and weekly activities on campus. the campus welcomes the establishment of more clubs and activities. also, there are regular competitions involving the culinary industry and the restaurant business. we have guest speakers on current topics and guest chef speak about whats going on and their perspective on the industry. a student can get involved from culinary arts to fashion, tennis to basketball, drama to food writing/photos, competition teams to leadership positions, internships to student employment; there is so much to do and so much to be involved in at the charlotte campus. we have a new student center with a new fitness room. students often travel aboard on the breaks.
    Greek Life

    there is not a greek life activity or event on campus. there has been some conversation about it. however, there is a annual greek fest that goes on in the city of charlotte with plenty of food and drinks
    Campus Safety

    the campus is pretty safe, there has been a few incidents in the neighborhood of the campus. i think there has only been about 3-4 incidents dealing with muggings. i really don't know, i live off campus and i travel safe everyday in charlotte.

  • Michael from Columbus, OH

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

    Categories Rating Comments
    Will learn a lot

    I went to visit this school when I was planning to study culinary arts. Since then I have changed my mind, but I still think this school is totally awesome. I spent a 4 day weekend doing one of their career explorations programs and was totally impressed with their teachers. If the life of a chef was not so hard, I would be there for sure.
    Will enjoy being here

    Well, Charlotte is a beautiful city, so it is just the perfect place to go to school. Small but big if there is something like that. The dorms are great and of course the cafeteria is fantastic. Totally awesome
    Bang for the buck

    They have quite a few scholarship available that make it appealing. Being such a brand new school, everything is new and the education very good, so I will give it high five on this category