Unrelated: Drexel University indirectly led me to become a Yelper. I had moved to Philadelphia for…read moregrad school, and I wanted to find a good cheesesteak. Google pointed me towards Yelp. Yelp pointed me toward cheesesteaks. And well, here we are... I have mixed feelings about Drexel University. On a good day, I have positive feelings about: + The time and money that I invested in a master's degree from a relatively well ranked university (although this is debatable, and entirely dependent on which academic ranking list you consider). + The co-op program; I was required to complete a slightly modified version to receive my degree. The co-op emphasis resulted in me doing a summer internship of sorts, which then resulted in me getting the job I have now. So (when I'm feeling generous), I'm willing to concede that I now have an established career in a field that I didn't actually qualify for because my boss happened to be impressed with my co-op experience. But, we're talking Butterfly Effect-ish events that has led me to where I am, so Drexel University doesn't get all the credit. On a bad day, I remember: - Some of the borderline unqualified professors that I had to deal with. - How the program I was in seemed to play fast and loose with the curriculum. - How the aforementioned program basically cut me loose with few, correction, no networking opportunities afforded me (despite my best and often desperate efforts). They are good about asking me to donate to the school though, but it'll be a cold day in Mali before I become a donating alumnus. - How I'm actually in an entirely un-related field right now, so the degree that I pursued proved to be an expensive waste of time. - How I was unemployed for 1.5 years following the expensive education that I pursued. Well this last one involved so many variables that it would be unfair to blame it on Drexel University. All of this came to mind recently, because I am mere months away from paying off my graduate student loans. It was a hefty amount. I tried to the best of my ability to limit how much money I borrowed and it was still pretty expensive. But, I have a career (that I love), which has helped me pay off the loans within... ::counting:: four years of me receiving the degree... Many of my friends from the program have also gone on to become quite successful in their respective careers. So... Now I'm straddling the line and feeling ambivalence about Drexel as a whole. I wouldn't do it again if I had a choice. But if I had a choice, I would also be born a Saudi Arabian prince. We can get into weird alternate timelines with me very easily... Ultimately, if your decision to pursue post-secondary education is significantly influenced by Yelp reviews, university as a whole may not be for you. Do your due diligence, and determine if Drexel is your best option. Or don't. We all have to learn these things by ourselves, right? After all, we aren't talking about cheesesteaks here... Lastly, while the main campus is decent, the Center City Campus is ugly as sin. A majority of my classes were at the ugly campus. Sad.

As one of the nation's leading R1 research institutions, Drexel is focused on not only developing…read moregroundbreaking concepts and ideas, but also on discovering new ways to apply interdisciplinary thinking and collaborate with global partners to deliver impactful solutions that address the problems of tomorrow.

I was appalled by the lack of empathy and refusal to make an exception to protocol regarding…read morecommitment deposits due to circumstances outside of our control. Nothing mattered to them, no matter how much of a hardship it was. They refused to find any common ground. Disappointed to say the least. There is always a way to help a struggling family while still meeting protocol. We did not appreciate the fact that SJU undergraduate admissions were so protocol driven, they forgot to be human. Our circumstance may have just been a blessing in disguise.

We got the chance to come to St Joseph's numerous times for field hockey clinics and camps and we…read moredid two campus tours (one with my daughter and another with my so ). They do a really great job on the campus tour. My daughter loved the field hockey coach, but it wasn't the right fit from the coach's perspective and we garnered a lot of respect for her for letting my daughter know rather than just trying to lock her into paying for more clinics like some other coaches we dealt with. In the end, the school wasn't right fit for either kid academically. If it were I would have been happy with their choice...though it is a pretty big number when you look at the tuition and fees.

We were here for a college orientation: They quickly welcomed us and had us put on wristbands to…read moreidentify that we were here for a tour. They had all the guests convene for a 20 minute slide presentation to explain U o P's basics. When that was done, we were broken into smaller groups and a student took us around campus . Our student showed key areas on campus while enthusiastically interjecting his personal stories about his experiences on campus. This is a compact, medium-sized university that seems to have a lot of diversity. Students/staff need a key card to get into the buildings on campus. The buildings are beautiful and there is green space throughout. It was a good first impression.

I once met a dentist named Li Chen who graduated from this university. I hated my experience when I…read morewas visiting her for dental treatment. I was treated like a second class patient compared to the Chinese nationals that went there as patients. She was very welcoming and warm towards them, while I got the cold attitude. When I was waiting for my name to be called, I was accused of being a white supremacist and a Trump associate. That is outrageous to me. I am a middle class man and would not advocate for corrupt, wealthy values.

My girlfriend goes there and has been getting increasingly more sick. After finding mold in their…read moredorms bathroom, it started making sense. When brought to attention to the school they just recaulked it, not fixing the issue long term. The mold has started to grow back, spreading to shower curtains, towels, etc. Its making their students sick and they don't care for a long term solution.

It's been 10 years since graduation and I still have bad memories of this place. Extremely…read moredangerous area. Bad teachers. Highly expensive.

While I am aware that this is a business. I am disappointed that this Catholic college does not do…read moremore to accommodate students or alumni. The issue at hand was that my transcript was not processed on time. My request was for an electronic submission due to delays was in result of the inconvenience of an CHC employee being on maternity leave. However, I was met with requirement of additional fees despite my financial hardship. This very is one of the various list of why I did return to CHC as a a graduate student. If this college cares about retention because it is clear students are just a number. Why not try to accommodate students on something as frivolous and sending an email verses postal mail that could potentially jeopardize said student's success. I see there is very Godliness on this campus and certain with the legacy of Chestnut Hill College.

I made over 30 phone calls asking for information about their programs because I wanted to attend…read moreCHC. Throughout the span of over a month, I called nearly everyday and was transferred to numerous departments; not one department answered their phone. I left messages and not one person returned my call. This is the most poorly run college in the Philadelphia area. They do not want people to attend here or otherwise they would be helpful by doing the minimum, which is returning a phone call.

I earned an honors BA in psychology way back in 1977. The quality of my education was first rate…read more The professors were really good, and the other students were friendly and fun. Over my career (I'm still practicing) I was always employed and employers respect Temple. I am proud to be a Temple grad. I even published a paper which is rare for an undergrad. Then there's the ghetto. I haven't been back to campus for years because I no longer live in Philadelphia. But when I was a student back then, the neighborhood was really rough. That's a big downside, unless things have improved. And finally, did I mention that I graduated with no debt because it's a state school and tuition is (was) really manageable. The ladies might want to think twice about walking around at night, but the fellows are safe if you have any self-defense skills. Go to Temple, it's worth it.

Terrible experience with staff, lose attitude, treat students like humans!!!! Improve class…read moreregistration process too!! (For Japan campus)

This is the perfect school for my middle daughter... Not too big and not too small and they have…read moreexactly the degree she needs. It's a very nice campus just outside of the city. Shame they're changing their name to Thomas Jefferson University though - I thought for sure they would combine the two names somehow, but no, they're getting rid of PhilaU altogether. Kinda sad, but we'll get used to it.

Unfortunately they only care about your money not your success. Jefferson prioritizes revenue over…read moreeducation, with high tuition and poor career prospects.

This school is the best school ever. The cdl program is great because JR is one of the best…read moreteachers . He does his best to help you understand the truck Business.

The HVAC course was great our Professor ward is very well know elder statesman of this business…read morehe actually does his instructions wearing a cap and gown ‍ and our entire class would do live service calls with Professor WARD he would wear his cap and gown on service calls I remember one time he got tripped up and fell off the ladder he was out for a few weeks in the hospital but taught via zoom so alll was ok. I believe this program is worth it . All of the students are service managers now with less then two years in the field because of our training. I remember going to Turks on graduation day 15 of us in cap and gowns for our party. Wow even the girls had the pasties resembling our graduation caps. What great memories!!!

The bakery here is excellent - their items are all very inexpensive to reflect that they're being…read moremade by students, but taste like they're from a high quality bakery, so it's a total steal! We got a full sized cake from here for a friend's birthday. It was only $16.50 so we were expecting a small, mediocre cake. Much to our surprise, the cake was huge (way more than the 5 of us could eat, even over two days!) and delicious. The cake layers were light and airy and the frosting wasn't too sweet. This is my go to place for birthdays.

After passing by this place so many times, I decided to go and check it out. The bakery features…read moregoods made by student chefs in training. I got about five different cookies and a small pastry for less than $7. They have a few tables out front overlooking the lawn where you can eat at your leisure. Will definitely return for more sweets, and to check out the restaurants for dinner.

There is misery and then there is dealing with this college which is pure hell starting with the…read morefact that it took OVER a month to get a student user name and then they gave me the wrong one. "Sorry, it appeared to have a typo." That's just the beginning. It's so sad because so many people need to go to community college to advance themselves and they make it as hard as humanly possible.

It was only our second visit as we are new to the area and it was a sick visit. Everything was…read moregreat from the staff and Dr. Coleman was excellent.