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Union County College Reviews

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    Gregory from Irvington, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Union County College is a good school to get yourself focused and good to get a degree. Union County College is a good way to meet new people and make new friends. Union County College is great when it comes to getting loans or scholarships.
    Tips for prospective students

    For the prospective students be prepared when you step into this college if you think your going to roam the halls and pass you got another thing coming. You have to study your brains off, college is not easy college is hard its not like high school.
    Academic Rigor

    The Academics there is the Academic learning center which helps you get a tutor for a certain class if you need help in it they help you get prepared and help you focus better. It also improves the students skills to be better and help them succeed.
    Dorm Life

    I would not know about the dorm life because Union County College does not have a dorm. You have to travel from wherever you live to the school back and forth.
    Food and Dining

    The food at Union County College is good. They have breakfast food, and lunch food, so you can go into the cafeteria whenever you want and get a bite to eat. You can take a break from class and go get something to eat.
    What to do for fun

    At Union County College the things you can do for fun is you can go to the bookstore and buy something for yourself. You can also go to the gymnasium and play basketball when your free, also can go to the fitness center if you want to workout.
    Bang for the buck

    Bang for the buck- There is a lot of things to buy at this school you can buy books, backpacks, notebooks, pens, pencils, even sweatshirts. All of this you can buy at the bookstore where everyone likes to buy items from.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    There are three different locations on campus. There is one called the McDonald hall where you go for parking permits and registration, financial aid. There is a building across from that is the main building to where everyone takes their classes plus the cafeteria and gymnasium are there to. There is one more building and that's the library where everyone either goes on the computers or read books.
    Great for these types of students

    The things that are great for these types of students is the different types of majors people can take. If you don't like your major you can always change it but try not to do it to late.
    Clubs and Activities

    There are a lot of Clubs and Activities. There is Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball.
    Greek Life

    I do not know what greek life is so i can not explain it.
    Campus Safety

    Campus Safety- The safety of the school is if there is ever a fire drill or an emergency there is always exit doors all around the school to get out as quick as possible.

  • Kathleen from West Orange, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Union County College is a good place. The professors are quite helpful and most seem to really care. It's a great place to start off your educational career.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be open to the opportunities the school has to offer like the ALC (Academic Learning Center), the computers, clubs, cafeteria, library books, etc. Everything really helps.

  • Student

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    Union County tries there best to help students.
    They need real counselors who gives correct information.
    When I leave it's sad to say I don't want to come back.
    Tips for prospective students

    The school isn't bad, but every one needs to be on the same page.
    Academic Rigor

    overall the experience is alright.
    Dorm Life

    No dorms at the school.
    Food and Dining

    The food is good.
    What to do for fun

    They have a lot of activities for students.
    Bang for the buck

    The price is good , but it's all about money here.

  • Stephanie from PLAINFIELD, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    The professors I've had are amiable and fun to learn from. It's easy to get around the school. The school is an open environment.
    Tips for prospective students

    Register for classes as soon as possible because they fill up quickly.
    What to do for fun

    Attend theater productions and join one of the many clubs we have.
    Bang for the buck

    The professors are great and you receive a valuable education.

  • Antwan from Maplewood, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    it a nice campus to go to, especially if your not ready for a 4 year school. start off here then transfer over to a 4 year school. the campus is a little small but not bad at all. i really like it here and not that bad of a school at all i wish i new about it early then i did. i would had jump over here quicker.
    Tips for prospective students

    go to class pay attention and study hard this is a good school to go too trust me on that
    Academic Rigor

    class are good teacher are okay get the right one and your good to good
    Dorm Life

    no dorm room
    What to do for fun

    they have club and different on campus

  • Kenya from Plainfield, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Academic Rigor

    The Academics there is the Academic learning center which helps you get a tutor for a certain class if you need help in it they help you get prepared and help you focus better. It also improves the students skills to be better and help them succeed.
    What to do for fun

    Nothing

  • Katherine from Plainfield, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Union County College is a great steping stone towards a successful career. I have had great professors through out my two years in the college. As long as one is determined and makes an effort towards success, everything will work out well.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure you have a check list with all important dates of meetings, deadlines of any applying material.
    Academic Rigor

    Academically, the professors do care to make an effort, and are willing to help a student towards success.
    Dorm Life

    This school is small, and local. Therefor, everyone commutes.
    Food and Dining

    Food is good, and great pricing.
    What to do for fun

    There are many activities and clubs to get involved with, with many people to meet. However, there is also a nice pond to sit near and study as well.

  • Margencie from Roselle, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    union county college is a very diverse campus. the classes are not too big, providing each and every student with a close relationship with their professor(s). i personnally found it the right for me, since i am able to focus more in a class that is not too crowded.
    Tips for prospective students

    tips:
    kow your purpose: it is easy to start, but the hardest thing is finishing what you have started. as long as you are determined and know what you want, anything is possible.

    be focused: never let anything keeps you from doing and accomplishing your goals, whether it be friends, family, or work.

    manage your time properly and effectively: great success or results comes from those who plan ahead.

    learn to stand out: in anything that you do, be the better person, be the first to start, be the example, be you, individual and unique!

    respect others: respect your professors, classmates and anybody you encouter.

    be involved: try to partake in activities with youe school such as (peer tutoring, student government, christian fellowship...) you not only stand out, but you gain more konwledge as you uncover different and new knowledge.

    have fun: do what you like! get involved in activities (gym, dance class, trips...). don't let stress overtake you though your class may be difficult. put some time aside to relax and do the things that you like with the people that you like (family, friends, loved one...) make your learning experience as fun as it can be!!!
    What to do for fun

    my friends and i go to the movies, go shopping, do volunteer work together and dine. as for me alone, i read, listen to music and play with my family.
    Clubs and Activities

    phi theta kappa
    student government
    peer tutoring
    christian fellowship
    business club
    Campus Safety

    there are security guards all over the campus, supervising traffic and available to help anyone in need.

  • Alyssa from Roselle, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    Very well put together
    Organized
    High-maitenance
    Tips for prospective students

    Don't be nervous
    What to do for fun

    Join clubs, sports, get involved in the community
    Great for these types of students

    People who like to be close to home but, still want the full on experience of college

  • Raymond from Roselle, NJ

    Reviewer is A past student here.

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    Did learn a lot

    The teachers here are just as strict and educated as four-year college professors. So learning will not be an issue.
    Did enjoy being here

    I have to admit, it gets boring sometimes at UCC if you don't get involved in activities and groups. Most of your time will be spent studying in the library, meeting your friends for lunch, and working out in the gym. As long as you make friends and get active with the various events happening every week you wont have a dull moment.
    Bang for the buck

    Compared to the prices of four-year colleges and the span of majors other community colleges offer, this college is your best start for pursuing any degree.
    Tips for prospective students

    One thing that happens a lot is that students are placed in courses with the same material they covered in high school. This could be avoided two ways:
    - Contact the head of that department and try to work something out
    - Or see the guidance counselors to test out of that course
    Great for these types of students

    From students who aren't sure what to major in to students who have everything planned out. Being that the tuition is cheaper than nearly all four-year colleges and you could transfer to any public school in NJ as a Jr. (As long as you receive your associates degree) I recommend this to all students. What tends to happen with students who excel in high school is that they go to a good four-year university thinking it would be as easy as high school. They end up failing or doing very poor their first semester and then try to make up for it their second semester, meanwhile their parents are paying a 5 figure tuition hoping there child gets back on track. Most of these people end up at UCC and other community colleges after 1 or 2 years at a four-year university. I'm not saying that students at two-year colleges don't fail classes, everybody fails or gets a poor grade in at least one course but it's less expensive to fail at a two-year college.