Long Island University
Brookville, NY, USA

Reviews

Long Island University

Khadija from Brooklyn, NY

accepted here and planning to attend soon
3 people found this review useful
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In three sentences
LIU Post is an exquisite school equipped with a full recreational center, gourmet food, and a club for everybody. Like all schools the work is diifficult but there are upperclass tutors and teachers available to assist in any problems you may have. I cannot wait to begin in September.
Tips for prospective students
Wifi is EVERYWHERE but the dorms so you must bring an ethernet cable for your laptops...even though incoming students get free iPads. If you are a party person be sure to stay with friends, the campus is not in itself dangerous but the slightest vulnerability can harm just about anyone. Enjoy everything LIU Post has to offer internships, clubs, and the academic attributes as well.
Dorm Life
You can dorm with 2-8 people

TRADITIONAL- 2-4
SUITES-6-8

some rooms have bunkbeds and others don't, but if you prefer bunkbeds poles are available.
If you have a friend that you want to dorm with you, both must indicate that on your housing applications to verify mutual consent.
Food and Dining
Freshman are mandated to select the Pioneer Living Plan1 ---it is an unlimited all you want to eat buffet BUT your dining dollars DO run out so spend carefully. Do NOT allow your eyes to be bigger than your stomach
What to do for fun
work out at the Pratt center - swimming, yoga, ZUMBA, treadmills weights it is all there.
Several clubs host parties and fairs
I am looking forward to rush week(first week) because they have a giant Carnival all throughout the campus and a club fair as well
Clubs and Activities
Clubs from community service, PTV, The Pioneer Newspaper, Dumbledore's Army, Anime, Twice as Nice(TWIN ASSOCIATION), to music groups such as The Gospel Choir Anointed Voices & the many bands AND SO MUCH MORE

Kiana from Freeport, NY

a current student here
2 people found this review useful
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Am learning a lot
Long Island University prides itself as a well educated school for everything and anything. They want you to learn and enjoy learning so the hire the best teachers they can. My history teacher my first semester was a writer and had written books on countless historical events and has been asked to write reviews on other books as well. Most of my teachers I was lucky to get made class exciting and interesting to the students. I will also admit there were some teachers that gave me a hard time but even they helped me when I asked them to.
Am enjoying being here
Long Island University has numerous clubs and activities for it's students. The Association for Campus Programming (otherwise called the ACP) plans numerous events like movie nights during the fall and concerts during the spring. This semester they planned a city trip to see the Rockettes and the students only had to pay $30. The trip was amazing and the seats were very good. Events also include art exhibits, fashion shows, carnivals and all of this in just one semester. There was almost an exciting event every week. Even during finals week there was something going on. One example is the 12am breakfast, in which the cafeteria was open to all students and there was a large buffet style breakfast,
Bang for the buck
Long Island University is pretty expensive but you get a lot for it. It is a private school and it's not that large in population so you are able together attention you need when you need it. They are able to help you in anyway they can. Plus you are getting a lot of experience and well educated professionals teaching your classes. Overall I would still make the same choice I did.
Tips for prospective students
Really make sure you have the financial aid for the school. Try to get as much cash as you can from them, scholarships, and federal aid. Long Island university is a great school but the knowledge of you owing money will stress you out.
Great for these types of students
Students who want to experience a diverse group of people and like various different things. Long island university gives multiple options for majors, foods, dorming choices and more. It's a school of culture, experience, education and fun.

Kristina from Forest Hills, NY

a current student here
1 person found this review useful
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In three sentences
Long Island University has great advisors and is a great University to attend. It is a little expensive but worth it because you know that you will graduate with the help that you are receiving.
Tips for prospective students
In order to graduate on time, you have to visit your advisors to speak about your major.
Academic Rigor
Great!
Food and Dining
Great
What to do for fun
I do not usually attend any of their fun activities but am aware that they have many.
Great for these types of students
Students who really want to graduate and not wasting their time in school. People who go to this school strive for A's.

Lori from New York, NY

a current student here
1 person found this review useful
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In three sentences
This campus is beautiful, it is a great environment, and very relaxing. There are plenty of computer labs and study areas, and being a commuter, this is very important. I am a Psychology major, and all of my Professors are very helpful, and give their time to help students, and there is plenty of tutoring available.
Tips for prospective students
This is the perfect school for students looking to concentrate on their studies, be part of a beautiful campus, and have the opportunity to meet many different people.
Academic Rigor
Any class can have its difficulties, but with the amount of help provided from the Professor's aside from class time and tutoring available, many can do well and achieve their goals.
Food and Dining
There's a variety of different kinds of foods available, of course, you have your sandwich/pizza's available, as well as our favorite Subway, and small stores located around to pick your favorite fruit or yogurt.
What to do for fun
Great shopping mall nearby, great running track and big gym with many amenities. Also, there are many groups and sports to join.

Wilbert from Garden City Park, NY

a current student here
1 person found this review useful
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In three sentences
It's an amazing and beautiful college to go to. Its very costly, but the education received by them is worth it. A very fun and educational environment.
Tips for prospective students
Study hard during senior year in high school. Take as much AP course because they a very useful in college. Enroll into the school early. The earlier the greater the scholarship amount.
Academic Rigor
The courses are demanding but what college isn't like that. The course are very flexible. Also Projects and big assignments are very fun to do because topics are chosen by your interest.
Dorm Life
Dorm life is very fun. Get to meet amazing people. Get the experience college to the fullest. All the amount of parties that are held at night are amazing and fun to be part of.
Food and Dining
The food is done by personally selected chefs by the school. The food is amazing. Feels like a 5 star restaurant. Large variety of food. Also there is a subway and a Starbucks on campus.
What to do for fun
There is a large variety of clubs and Greek Fraternity's available on campus. Also aside from that there are many parties held by the school and students. Many concerts are held on campus.

Rosalind from Franklin Square, NY

a current student here
1 person found this review useful
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In three sentences
This college had the most AMAZING theatre program in the New York. The professors teach skills that are not offered at any other University. This is THE place to attend for a theatre degree.
Tips for prospective students
Talk to a financial aid counselor for the best financial aid help! They help you a great deal and they are very nice.
Academic Rigor
Everyone is intelligent and so willing to learn and grow. It is so influential to see how hard everyone works.
Dorm Life
I absolutely love dorm life. The RA's make dorm life fun and inviting.
Food and Dining
The food is very good at school. There is an array of options so you will never get bored with limited choices.
What to do for fun
There is always a fun social event going on each week such as movie night and parties! Check the fliers around campus to get more details about the events going on each week.
Bang for the buck
This university is a great school, but it is also very expensive and for certain subjects, you are better off going to a less expensive school. For theatre, however, this is THE school to be at.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
The Doll's House is a fun area to hang out at on the weekends. There is always a fun crowed to hang out with.
Great for these types of students
The RA program is great for outgoing and fun students. You get to create fun events and help out students. You also get free room and bored which isn't half bad either!
Clubs and Activities
There is a wide variety of awesome clubs at school. Everything from Ballroom dancing to an improv club. There is a club for everyone!
Greek Life
Greek life is popular on campus. There are some really great groups who do great things for the school and the community.
Campus Safety
Safety is very important at school. There are public safety officers all around campus that are there to help you with any problem you may have.

Sarah from Norwich, CT

a current student here
1 person found this review useful
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In three sentences
It is really fun. It's full of nice people. You find out how good you really are.
Tips for prospective students
Look at the flyers on the walls in the buildings, that is how you will find out about activities and where to meet people.
Academic Rigor
The professors really know what they are doing and will help you at all hours of the day. There are many small classes, so you have a better student to professor ratio.
Dorm Life
There are many building choices and they are all in the same area so you don't have to live on one end of the campus while your friends live on the other end. The regular dorm rooms are much bigger than typical university rooms and the buildings have a warm atmosphere.
Food and Dining
The food is average, but it gets the job done. Some days the dining hall will be very good, while on weekends it could be okay. Hillwood Cafe is newly renovated though, and has a plenty of options and great food.
What to do for fun
As I said, pay attention to the flyers on campus. There is a cinema to watch movies every month, game room, trips to six flags or basketball games. Also, join the many clubs on campus or Greek life.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
There are some cool hang out spots like the garden, the labyrinth, or between admissions and the personel office.
Also, there are a lot of cats on campus that are strays. LIU: Post has a Cat Committee to take care of these strays.
Great for these types of students
This campus is great for students who want a medium-sized college feel, in New York, but not in the city.
Clubs and Activities
There are a lot of things to do on campus. There are over 50 clubs at Post and if we do not have something that interests you, you can make it yourself.
Campus Safety
Campus Saftey is very reliable at Post. There is a 24 hour watchman who rides around campus and makes sure everyone is safe. Emergency blue lights are scattered all around the campus as well to ensure safety.

Samantha from Holbrook, NY

a current student here
1 person found this review useful
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In three sentences
Long Island University-C.W. Post is a wonderful school that has everything that a college student could ever need! We are one very big family. Everyday here gets better and better.
Tips for prospective students
Come to open house and see for yourself why this is a highly acclaimed school.
Academic Rigor
All professors are so helpful and caring. They want you to succeed. There are also tutors available and extra help centers.
Dorm Life
Dorm life is awesome! Each dorm building is it's own community. The Ra's plan something special every week. It is SO fun!
Food and Dining
Food is great! There is a cafe called Winnick. They have a salad bar, omelet making station, sandwich station,a comfort food station, ice cream bad and so much more! The food is so tasty too.
What to do for fun
There is something to do every single night. There are tons of clubs to get involved with, many places all over campus to just chill out, and there are many events going on campus weekly.
Bang for the buck
Everything a college student can need can be found somewhere on campus. The environment is wonderful to be immersed in.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Hillwood is awesome because it has a game room, cafe, Starbucks, Subway, student lounges, a computer lab, a bank, and an art museum. It doesn't get much better than that. That is one of the many awesome places on campus.
Great for these types of students
Musical, Theatre, Academic, Medical, Art, and many more types.
Clubs and Activities
There is something for everyone. Art, music, academic, dance clubs and many more.
Greek Life
Greek life is really fun. At the beginning of the year, they start recruiting people at different events and it is a real fun time.
Campus Safety
Public Safety is available 24/7. There are emergency towers everywhere on campus with a button to press in case of an emergency. Also they are just a phone call away. The have an infirmary as well in case of sickness or injury.

Ashley from Bronx, NY

accepted here and planning to attend soon
1 person found this review useful
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In three sentences
C.W Post have very beautiful campus and welcoming environment.
At this college there are very hoepful staff memebers. Well visiting and staying at this campus the staff memebers helped me in picking classes and also gave advice on classes.
Dorm Life
The rooms are very big and nice. Great furniture
Food and Dining
Tasty food.