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University of New Orleans (UNO) Reviews

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  • 10 out of 10 people found this review useful.

    Billal from Chalmette, LA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    While many people believe that graduating from a bigger name school (ie Tulane, Loyola, LSU) means a better education, UNO is right on par. Many of my professors and instructors teach at Tulane and Loyola as well. I have been learning a good bit in my current classes, and I am very satisfied with the education I am receiving. And when you graduate and are applying, unless you are trying to get into a competitive work atmosphere (ie Law or Medical) a UNO degree holds just as much weight as anywhere else.
    Am enjoying being here

    UNO is more of a commuting school than a fun school. There are not many things to do around the school, and many students just go for schooling then leave back home or to go to work. However it is still an enjoyable experience, and I have a good time sitting with friends during my breaks, or while walking to classes.
    Bang for the buck

    I give UNO a 5-star in education for the buck. The education is great, and definitely worth the tuition price. My problem are the extra fees UNO tacks on. Such as the Fitness Center fee.. whether you use it or not, you pay for it. Or the Academic Excellence fee which is a fee for.... being excellent? Or the Fuel Recovery charge for the on-campus electric generator. And on-campus meals are EXPENSIVE. The on-campus bookstore way overcharges for their books, but that is what half.com is for. So all-in-all, the education is worth the tuition, the fees are ridiculous, the meal & book prices are ridiculous as well.
    Tips for prospective students

    The University of New Orleans is a great choice in school. My tips would be to work in HS to get the best scholarship you can (meal & book coverage is definitely worth it.. that is if you have TOPS to cover tuition). The counselors are not the greatest at scheduling your classes, so you are better off asking someone that attends/attended the school to schedule you. You are better off going to Spring Testing.. try to test out of whatever you can. It will get you out of College quicker.
    Great for these types of students

    The school is great for people looking to live at home and commute. Or people that would like to work as well as be a full-time student (like me).

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Bridget from New Orleans, LA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    the university of new orleans provides students from high school graduates to non-traditional students with an excellent opportunity to obtain a quality education. the university of new orleans is rich in diversity. i love being a uno privateer!
    Tips for prospective students

    do not enroll in any college/university with the mindset that college is easy, because it's not. you must enter college with the mindset to achieve success and be willing to work hard to pursue it.
    Academic Rigor

    course work is challenging but achievable.
    Food and Dining

    the food here is great!
    What to do for fun

    u.n.o. is a commuter school. there are different clubs and activities available on campus but so much more to do off-campus.
    Bang for the buck

    yes! u.n.o. has the cheapest tuition in louisiana thus far.
    Great for these types of students

    the university of new orleans is great college for all types of students. we have a very diverse student body.
    Clubs and Activities

    psi-chi for psychology majors, football, soccer, basketball, baseball, student government, tennis, swimming, volleyball, etc...and the list goes on.
    Campus Safety

    university police are always on the campus and always patrolling the area.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Natalie from New Orleans, LA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    The University of New Orleans has an outstanding business programs. They give new and current students easy access to review all of what's going on around campus with their easy to use website. Their financial aid office personnel is more than helpful when students are in need of funds to aid them when wanting to join school.
    Tips for prospective students

    When trying to enroll have all documents in place to make the process as easy as possible. Have your ACT/SAT test taken and scores ready to turn in.
    Academic Rigor

    The Business department is exceptional. The academic advisers are truly helpful and the business office department always has speakers and different types of engagements for students. And they help business students with internship programs when entering their senior year.
    Dorm Life

    There is a dorm on campus but if you don't like dorm living, there is an apartment complex on campus as well that gives a view of lake pontchartrain depending on the location of your apartment.
    Food and Dining

    The University of New Orleans offers a meal dining plan. There are several places to eat on campus and other restaurants and a Rouses Grocery store and PJ's coffee house in walking distance.
    What to do for fun

    The University of New Orleans offers a variety of fun activities for students. Monthly there are fun activities offered and some go according to the season such as Mardi Gras.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    I recommend visiting the crayfish boil. The mud-bugs are absolutely delicious when cooked in famous Zatarain's seasoning. Eating crayfish is a New Orleans tradition.
    Campus Safety

    Security is always on staff 24 hrs a day.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Andrea from Slidell, LA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The University of New Orleans is a great school. Since I began school in August, it has been nonstop learning and experiencing new subjects. Being a freshman in a new environment has been a quite a change, but UNO is a great school to be in a diverse environment and allows you to understand and embrace new ideas. I have learned a lot while attending here and I cannot wait to start my next semester here.
    Am enjoying being here

    UNO is great fun and provides numerous of activities for every interest. UNO's campus is so friendly and open that anyone can find a nice, quiet spot to study, hang out, or just relax.
    Bang for the buck

    The University of New Orleans is an affordable school and provides several scholarships to compensate for other expenses. Anyone who wants to attend an university that is cost affordable and provides a wide range of majors, then University of New Orleans is right for you.

  • 1 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Candice from Luling, LA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    UNO is an amazing school! The teachers help out a lot by giving detailed syllabus, test tools, easy to fallow PowerPoint slides, and practice tests. I am currently studying Hotel, Restaurant, And Tourism Administration. My business teachers bring in professionals from the different fields and assign destination visits for Homework.
    Am enjoying being here

    I really Love being at UNO. It is a great location for my study, and UNO is greatly involved in the city of New Orleans. UNO its self is a great place to be because they have so much going on and it is easy to make friends.
    Bang for the buck

    Just before I started school I was worried about how I would pay for college, during orientation we were shown how UNO students can check our financial aid. I was still worried about how I would pay for books and housing, but then I was told that I can rent books and pay for housing on my tuition, and that any remaining money would be placed in my bank account. Then I found out about all of the free assistance and other things we can get, such as free rental DVDs and job search assistance. In the end I really didn't have to worry about anything.
    Tips for prospective students

    Check out all of your options when in comes to housing. Sometimes the Apartments are cheaper then the dorms.Take as many classes as you can, it is a great help in being able to afford school in the long run. Get the used text books and always check blackboard and your e-mail.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who like to be close to the action. Big and small classes. First time independence.

  • Myhuyen from Westwego, LA

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

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    From worse to great (1-10), I would rate this campus a 10!
    Not just UNO have food teacher, the place is fantastic. Great view of the Mississippi River, they have national guard base near and a ranch where you want to ride horse.
    Tips for prospective students

    When a new student first time there, I would like to tell them come early like 10 minutes. Te building is really huge and you might get lost. Of course there's a main hallway for freshman, but it would be great if you want to know. The more you know about the building, easier to get along and find shortcut so you won't be late for class.
    Academic Rigor

    No so hard,. All you need is a little common sense and look outside the box.
    Dorm Life

    It's look really good and comfortable but it somewhat expensive (due to the bad economic)
    Food and Dining

    Its an optional you can bring our own food. There's a new building that have everyone favorite. Subway, KFC, and smoothie.
    What to do for fun

    Go to Mississippi river. You can ride bike, fishing, beach, and get yourself tan.

  • Kameri from Metairie, LA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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  • Charelle from Marrero, LA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    The food here could be better.
    Its a friendly atmosphere.
    There isn't much to do on campus.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure you study and get to know your teachers. Show up to class.
    Academic Rigor

    Depends on you much, but its not very difficult.
    Dorm Life

    They do events and rooms are small, but comfy.
    Food and Dining

    Could be much better in the UC, but the food in the Cove is great
    What to do for fun

    Your about 15 mins from the French Quarter so you can always find something to do in New Orleans.
    Campus Safety

    We have a police force on campus and they respond quickly to any issues that arise.

  • Carly from Jefferson, LA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    it's the best college i've ever been too. i was in harvard, for a visit, for about a week and can say it's so much better here. the weather, the teachers, the beautiful indiviual buildings!
    Tips for prospective students

    don't ignore you homework; especially the boring homework! if you can get through, even concur what you hate most then you can get whatever you want.
    Academic Rigor

    the classes have the best teachers i could dream of. they actually want to talk to you about the subjects. go to them, learn all you can.
    Dorm Life

    my dorm is cozy and spacey. they gave me the best roommate i could ever ask for; we're actually bffs now. i love it more than my parents' house.
    Food and Dining

    breakfast is the best part of the day! the frenchtoast is so sweet and deiclious it makes me want to cry. i drag myself out of bed every morning just for the cafteria because that food is the best!
    What to do for fun

    picking up the trash around the area fills the soul with serene peace. the yards and streets are decortated with the stuff like lights and garland on a christmas tree. with the cuddly cleaning crew you can join it's the most fun you can have on a thursday.
    Bang for the buck

    i've met so many fascinating people. so many imimgrants from anywhere in the world and they come with great stories of survial. i am so happy they, and myself, are in america!
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    the best location is in the apartments. i may love my dorm but the dorms have this feeling of liberty from the opressive real world. being there is like being in a dream.
    Great for these types of students

    awesome people
    harding working
    lazy
    nerdy
    hip
    lovable
    annoying
    clubbers
    club-haters
    metal-heads
    pop-heads
    country kids
    city mice

  • Hannah from Eunice, LA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Teachers are great and I feel challenged without being overworked. I was at ULL for a year and I feel like I am getting a better education here.
    Am enjoying being here

    It's smaller school so making friends is a little bit more difficult but the students are really nice and friendly if you make an effort.
    Bang for the buck

    UNO is always trying to make things as cheap as possible without cutting out the education.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be open minded and you will like it.
    Great for these types of students

    Relaxed, laid back people. Easy place to sit and hang out while in school.

  • Ana from metairie, LA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Being from a foreign country the school has helped me a lot in improving my English. Which makes it easier to learn more new stuff!
    Am enjoying being here

    I don't have a lot of friends due to the fact that I leave at home with my parents. The friends I made, were during orientation and because of budget cuts and a search for a better university these friends have left.
    Bang for the buck

    Great price for tuition!