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Kayla from Lancaster, TX
08/26/2015Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 1 of 23
Categories Comments Campus Safety An all around safe campus!
Greek Life No sororities of fraternities
Clubs and Activities It's been a while since I've participated in a club, but I hear they're great.
Great for these types of students Students from low income families Not able to get scholarships or enough financial aid to cover for University classes, at their major prices. Looking for an efficient way to go to college, without cleaning out your wallet now, or in the future.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus The lake near the back of campus is calming and tranquil. Sometimes I like to sit over there after, or between classes and study or read a good book.
Bang for the buck Going to classes that are way cheaper than the University equivalent. Right now I'm pursuing my Bachelor's and I can literally complete almost all classes needed through CVC, save for a handful of courses that are only offered at the University that I also attend. So, when it comes to paying for loans in the future, I won't be owing a lot of money .
What to do for fun Getting involved in all of clubs and sports that they offer. Plus the gym is very decent.
Food and Dining There really is only one major place of dining, at that's at the Subway in the cafeteria. But, it's really good.
Dorm Life This is a community college, so there are no dorms available.
Academic Rigor Excellent professors and staff that are there to help you with anything you may leave.
Tips for prospective students If you're just fresh out of high school, it's a great idea to attend a community college first. Going to community college lets you get all of your basics out of the way, or even high level courses that are need for your degree, for a great price; way different prices compared to paying for a full course load at a University. And once you get all the necessary courses out of the way, whatever upper level courses you may need for your degree, you can take at a University of your choice.
In three sentences A great campus to attend if you're from a family of minimal income. Has wonderful classes at great prices! Warm and friendly atmosphere from professors, staff and other students that attend.
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Noname Gypsy
06/20/2015Reviewer is A past student here.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety I lost my purse and a few minutes later I got a call from a cashier to pick it up and all my stuff was still inside. After a field trip, a girl's phone and ipod got stolen by somebody after getting back from a fieldtrip. It seems like a 50/50 chance
Greek Life None
Clubs and Activities It is a community college, just get your credits or certificate and move up. The clubs are not that organized and pretty small.
Great for these types of students Anti-social people who love getting annoyed by high school kids in the same classes as you.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Very boring.
Bang for the buck Its just a community college.
What to do for fun Nothing really.
Food and Dining Just a subway that is not worth mentioning.
Dorm Life There is no dorm. You have to find your own place.
Academic Rigor It seems like an okay school. The teachers are okay, everything else just could be better.
Tips for prospective students Nothing really.
In three sentences This school has a lot of professors that care, all of DCCCD is like that really. They do not have as many resources as North Lake College. Cedar Valley is very small and slow.
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Mykki from Dallas, TX
12/29/2014Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Bang for the buck Cheaper than 4 year universities. Take core classes here and transfer to any school in Texas and few out-of-state universities. Most schools grant automatic admission for students that are transfer students of Cedar Valley College.
What to do for fun There's plenty of clubs and organizations students can join around campus.
Food and Dining Only subway and few vending machines
Dorm Life No dorms
Academic Rigor Professors truly care about the well being of students. Great tutoring center and the hours work perfect for those who work during the day.
Tips for prospective students Make sure you stay on top of financial aid and scholarships. Though it is a community college, make sure you stay on top of academics.
In three sentences Great school for students who plan on transferring to an in-state, public school. Cedar Valley also provides programs for working adults who would like to advance in their career. Staff is friendly and helpful.
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SoQuita from Wilmer, TX
10/04/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
4 of 23
Categories Comments Campus Safety They have police on campus every hours and days! If you fill like you need safety they'll walk you to your car!
Clubs and Activities They have lots of clubs and activities just never attended
Great for these types of students Who want to go to college in 4yrs or less
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Book Store and Main Building
What to do for fun They provided a room with computers to do: Homework, Study and social media!
Food and Dining Been in the cafeteria but never ate. They have subway!
Dorm Life CVC don't provide dorm!
Academic Rigor Just try to keep your grade up and attend tutor is needed
Tips for prospective students Don't expect all professor to help you, Attend tutor is needed!
In three sentences Cedar Valley is a Okay School. When I first attended CVC it was uncoordinated. Most professor care and most don't : as in helping and paying attention in what you wear!
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Tamara from Lancaster, TX
08/13/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
5 of 23
Categories Comments Campus Safety There is someone always petroling the campus.
Bang for the buck Real affordable. I have been to expensive colleges before and the fact that a school cost more does not be the quality of education is better.
What to do for fun They have many activities that they do inorder to reach out to the student body. Talent shows plays etc
Food and Dining No reall cafateria on campus.
Dorm Life There are no dorms.
Academic Rigor They have professors there that if you apply yourself you will learn alot from them.
Tips for prospective students Make sure that you know what you should be taking according to you degree plan because it is easy to enroll in things you don't need if you are not carefull.
In three sentences Affordable credit programs. They make it easy to complete my prerequisites for Nurses. The advisors and staff are great and very helpful.
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08/06/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety Location of the campus is a little scary, but there are officers that patrol the campus.
Clubs and Activities VTSA
Great for these types of students Vet techs
Bang for the buck If you are in the Collin or Terrant county, ask for the discount because those two counties do not offer Vet Tech classes
Tips for prospective students Study, study, study!
In three sentences Great veterinary technician program. I have learned a lot and still learning through their excellent instructor.
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Naomi from Cedar Hill, TX
07/10/2013Reviewer is A past student here.
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Categories Comments Campus Safety Very safe.
Greek Life I don't know about the Greeks.
Clubs and Activities There are many clubs to join. There are also student government, Phi Kappa Theta, National Honor Society, and many cultural clubs.
Great for these types of students If you need to work on choosing a major, it is a great place. You can take the time to see what you really want to do and go for it!
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus We hung out in the food court. It became a meeting place!
Bang for the buck Good bang for the buck and it will save you money toward you bachelor degree!
What to do for fun Go to a sporting event or one of the cultural activities.
Food and Dining The food was ok, if you like subway sndwiches
Dorm Life No dormitories
Academic Rigor Some of the classes are hard. Budgeting your time and schedule outside of the school was helpful. Talk to current student and take advantage of the free tutoring before you find yourself in a jam.
Tips for prospective students Stay in touch with your instructors. They will help, but only if you take the time to ask for help.
In three sentences Cedar Valley Community college was a great place to learn about college expectations and have a safe college experience before I go to four-year college. All my grades transferred and I am happy for that. The school staff was very supportive and helpful, but I learned I had to ask for the help.
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Cesar from Dallas, TX
05/06/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
8 of 23
Categories Comments What to do for fun There is a park nearby with many activities that can be done. Many people go to have a blast, hang out and relax around their fellow peers.
Food and Dining The school is surrounded by many family ran diners. It has a great environment and the people are great to be around.
Dorm Life There are no dorms at the school. However, it is very public and is surrounded by many great apartment complexes.
Academic Rigor The academic rigor is excellent. The school has many resources to make education an attainable goal. It is a great way to pursue a goal in learning and achieving that goal through the great resources this school provides.
Tips for prospective students A new student to this school should have an open mind and be willing to try new things. As in ways to study and work with others in achieving a mutual goal to be successful.
In three sentences This school is a pleasure to be a part of. It served as a guide to help me realize what I would like to achieve in life. It will always be a part of me and I am thankful for all its great resources that made it possible.
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John from Dallas, TX
01/16/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
9 of 23
Categories Comments Dorm Life Unfortunately Cedar Valley College Doesn't offer housing for students.
Tips for prospective students Do your Best don't take on too much that you cant handle .
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Sarah from Desoto, TX
11/26/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
10 of 23
Categories Comments Campus Safety The campus is a pretty secure they have plenty of security there I don't feel as if I'm in danger at all.
Tips for prospective students Get your work done there serious when it comes to getting your work done but there also very friendly people and will help you out if you are in the need for help.
In three sentences Cedar Valley College is a pretty cool school there very helpful. There always willing to help a student out when they need help. They have a great tutoring center witch is always helpful. Its an OK school.
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Jamiah from Lancaster, TX
09/11/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
11 of 23
Categories Comments Campus Safety The campus is a very safe place. There has never been a time where things have gotten out of control. At Cedar Valley there is a friendly peaceful atmosphere.
Bang for the buck When it comes to money, Cedar Valley has very good prices on there classes. The classes are very very affordable especially if you compare them to the prices that you pay at the universities. If you attend Cedar Valley you will not have to worry about not getting what you paid for!
What to do for fun Since Cedar Valley is not a University there isn't too much that you can do. You can get to know people and chat it out by the pretty lake that's behind the school. Also every once in a while there are school events that you can attend!
Food and Dining The food is ok but not the best. The reason why I gave it two stars was simply because the only place it has that offers food is a Subway. Other than that they also have vending machines.
Dorm Life Cedar Valley College doesn't have any dorms.
Academic Rigor There aren't to many challenges that I can think of. What I can say is don't pick to many classes if you know that you can't handle them all at once. Also some people may not take you as serious as you want to be.
Tips for prospective students Be prepared to learn, choose the classes that you are most interested in, be on time, and make sure you leave procrastination behind!Get to know your professors on a friend level. Don't be afraid to meet new people.
In three sentences Cedar Valley college is a good community college for new freshmen students. Most of their courses are transferable which is good so you can attend the university you have been dreaming to. Their professors are really kind and do show respect to their students and really want us to succeed in life.
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Stephanie from Dayton, OH
07/27/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
12 of 23
Categories Comments Campus Safety email and text emergency alerts
Greek Life unknown
Clubs and Activities unknown
Bang for the buck Decent price for a great education
What to do for fun off campus student
Food and Dining off campus student
Dorm Life Off campus living
Academic Rigor Very academic and keeps me focused!
Tips for prospective students Do not fall behind with online classes. Make a schedule for studying and stick to it. Be sure to stand up for yourself and let instructors know if you are having problems.
In three sentences Great instructors who respond quickly with questions. Are understanding to software errors and keep in contact with there students. Very impressed with the quality education I am receiving!
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Jannie from Red Oak, TX
07/19/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 13 of 23
Categories Comments Campus Safety Very good Security System. I felt very safe.
Greek Life Kappa Alpha
Clubs and Activities Government Club Health Professional Club Ms. Cedar Valley Pagent
Great for these types of students Students that cannot afford a university. Students that come from a one income family. Students that have to work to help support the family. Students that have children
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus They have a wonderful gym and the view to the pond is amazing.
Bang for the buck Six Flags and Dallas Zoo would be a good example of bang for the buck. They offer lots of discounts and its fun.
What to do for fun Play soccer, participate in student activities, volunteer
Food and Dining Good food and dining. (Love Subway)
Dorm Life Lived at home with my parents, have not experience dorm life.
Academic Rigor Teachers have a great Academic Rigor. They follow the curriculum and they have a great way of teaching.
Tips for prospective students Students should: Complete Assignments Don't be afraid to try new things Participate in Group Clubs Use the Tutoring Center, don't be afraid to ask for help
In three sentences A very good community college, I really enjoyed the years that I attended. It gave me the confident to participate in so many Student Clubs, I even participated in Ms. Cedar Valley Pageant. I would not trade the experience for anything.
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Maureen from DeSoto, TX
07/09/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments What to do for fun There is nothing.
Tips for prospective students Patience in the administration office.
In three sentences Cedar Valley College is old. It's staff in the administrations office are clueless about their job. Not my college of choice but the closest one to me.
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Jeremy from Desoto, TX
05/29/2012Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
0 out of 1 people found this review useful. 15 of 23
Categories Comments What to do for fun study
Food and Dining food is about a 5 on a scale of 1 to 10
Dorm Life not living on dorm
Academic Rigor is not very hard
Tips for prospective students study hard
In three sentences it is a good school to attend
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Takyra from Desoto, TX
04/09/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
16 of 23
Categories Comments Great for these types of students If you are interested in drama, veterinary technology, or automotive technology those are CVC's specialties.
What to do for fun The Office of Student Life (OSL) provides most of the entertainment for the campus and also promotes the clubs and organizations available on campus like Phi Theta Kappa and Student Government Association (SGA).
Food and Dining Food is AWESOME, they have a Subway in the cafeteria and vending machines throughout the buildings.
Dorm Life There are no dorms.
In three sentences Cedar Valley College is a really good school, with attentive teachers, in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. They have a great tutoring center with awesome available tutors to help you with any subject and even offer online help. The library even offers the ability to rent textbooks inside the library for up to two hours, if you can't purchase the textbook right away.
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Michelle from Desoto, TX
02/22/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
17 of 23
Categories Comments Campus Safety about average
Greek Life one of the most active groups in the nation.
Great for these types of students any and everybody.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus a few snakes about the campus, particularly by the little lake. i love to watch the ducks and the turtles. barking dogs can be heard by the medical building due to the veterinary technician program
What to do for fun several clubs that run the gamut-from academic to violin!
Food and Dining close to some fast food places with a subway shop on campus or bring your own.
Academic Rigor tough but thorough.
Tips for prospective students start your admissions process early. bring whatever forms you are specifically told to bring-no more/no less. check in to financial aid early and be ready for a process because applying and getting aid is a process.
In three sentences cvc offers and excellent education for the price. cvc has incredible instructors. cvc has a very diverse student body.
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Jesse from Dallas, TX
01/19/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
18 of 23
Categories Comments Campus Safety top security
Clubs and Activities Hip hop and drama club
Great for these types of students people with busy schedules
Bang for the buck affordable classes
What to do for fun go to fun center( table tennis, board games, video games)
Food and Dining subway thats it
Dorm Life they have no dorms
Academic Rigor classes challenging but not to difficult
Tips for prospective students take online classes
In three sentences Its affordable, safe, organized college
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Taylor from Desoto, TX
01/05/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 19 of 23
Categories Comments Great for these types of students It's great for students who are stuck on what they really want from a school or just want to get their basics out the way.
Tips for prospective students If you want a REAL college experience this is not the school for you. It's just like High School all over again. You don't get the real experience of the sports and sororities that you would in a University. It is very flexible for those who have a very hetic schedule and have little time to spare.
Bang for the buck It's very cost efficient so yeah it's good for the money that you are paying.
Am enjoying being here I personally don't enjoy myself because it is not where I saw myself going, but most people enjoy their time there because of the many functions and activities that are there to join.
Am learning a lot I'm learning a lot from my teachers and the courses. Most of the teachers are patient and understanding and really try to teach you.
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JAMINA from DESOTO, TX
01/04/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
20 of 23
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Cedar Valley is great for all types of students. Whether a student is just graduating high school or returning after many years, obtaining a degree or taking refresher classes or just exploring a new hobby, CVC has a variety of classes available.
Tips for prospective students One of the best tips I could give a prospective student is to communicate with their instructors. Working together with professors can help guide you toward avenues you didn't know existed.
Bang for the buck Being the CEO of a single parent household takes strict budgeting. That is why I am thankful for Cedar Valley's lower tuition fees. I am able to attend an accredited college within my budget with the option of transfering my hours to a university later on. This way I get a great education for less money.
Am enjoying being here I am actually enjoying attending Cedar Valley. The work has been challenging but also fun. There are plenty of organizations as well as academic courses to join and/or enroll.
Am learning a lot After taking a long break from college I was hesitant in returning to school. Cedar Valley has made the transition easy for me. The professors have been knowledgeable, accessible and caring. The students are friendly and eager to learn. I've also been able to enroll in on-line courses which are very convenient. My learning experience so far has been great and whenever I needed extra help the staff was always available and helpful.
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Cynthia from Seagoville, TX
12/27/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
21 of 23
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Students that are not ready or have no interest in a 4 year college can get a career opportunity from Cedar Valley College because they have a lot to offer.
Tips for prospective students Take in what is being taught and don not give up. Learn all that you can whilb you have the mind to be used.
Bang for the buck College is an opportunity to allow you to get a better job and a chance to make more money.
Am enjoying being here I am enjoying Cedar Valley College because the professors take the time to expain and answer questions for those in need.
Am learning a lot After 35 enrolling into College after 35 years, I am recalling information and learning alot that I did not know
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Evangelina from Ferris, TX
07/26/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 22 of 23
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Cedar Valley college is great for students with disabilities, ESL, transfer students, certificate students, and pretty much every type.
Tips for prospective students Try to use the tutoring center as much as you need it as well as the computer labs. Don't think negatively about the first day of class, always have a can do attitude. If possible try to get in student clubs and also work-study. If anybody needs any help look for a Student Ambassador like myself in the L building. We could help you from everything between applying, to transferring.
Bang for the buck It is very affordable, more than a 4 year college and all credits transfer.
Am enjoying being here I enjoy being here because there are so many resources that you can use for your classes. For example Cedar Valley offers 2 computer labs, library with a min computer lab, tutoring center, and counselors all at no cost to the student.
Am learning a lot Being there I have learned a lot from self-discipline to communication skills.
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Andrew from Dallas, TX
04/29/2011Reviewer is A past student here.
3 out of 3 people found this review useful. 23 of 23
Categories Comments Tips for prospective students Stay focused
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