I'd give Saddleback College Online website a 3 stars…read more The college itself seems outstanding academically, and they offer the one online class I really need, which is the onlyI reason I stayed enrolled. But honestly, their website experience has been one of the most frustrating college portals I've used. I consider myself very computer savvy. I've successfully handled registration, payments, class enrollment, and online portals with Chaffey College, Fullerton College, Santa Ana College, and even UCLA pre-hospital programs online without major issues. Saddleback's system, however, feels overly complicated and cluttered. I literally made 3calls all while trying to navigate through the clutter. The site constantly times out, and there seem to be glitches between the main portal and Outlook web app. I'd click to view messages and get a "hang on while we sign you out" message instead. Then I'd rush back into MySite before the session expired again. Even something simple like checking my Summer 2026 classes felt unnecessarily difficult. There are too many tabs, locks, checklists, tutorials, and steps all over the homepage. It feels overwhelming instead of user-friendly. I can only imagine how difficult this must be for students who aren't comfortable with technology or for international students navigating the system for the first time. My first experience calling for help back in March was positive, but recently I felt like support would rather have me drive to campus with my laptop instead of explaining things clearly over the phone. That was disappointing. A counselor, literally suggested I drive to campus with my laptop ‍ I really think the website design needs improvement. Simpler navigation and a cleaner layout would make a huge difference because the current setup is unnecessarily confusing for students trying to complete basic tasks online. I really hope that for summer semester all these glitches clear up.

First time here! I loved touring my classes very much because it was a lot of fun, there is a lot…read moreof food, delicious snacks, refreshing drinks to choose from, lots of comfortable places to sit, and I had an excellent experience today.

I am an Alumn from BSNRS cohort 7 but a majority of the experience of my time at Stanbridge was in…read moreBSNLA cohort 6. I finished the BSN program in July of 2025. I received my ATT (approval to test) within one week from my last day. I had the option to test immediately but I had applied to test with accommodations so with limited centers for accommodations I tested 1 month out in August and passed the first time. I worked closely with our Careers Center and the director Dr. Willinger to create an amazing resume right after receiving my license, began applying to jobs immediately and received an invitation to interview within one week for DaVita. Two weeks later I received an invitation to interview for an ER position close to home which was my first choice to build a strong foundation as a new nurse. I know there are a lot of negative comments about this school on here. I have heard and watched a lot of sad and crazy experiences that my friends and other peers endure with staff and faculty throughout my 3.5 years there. I have experienced questionable professors and staff who are obviously there for the paycheck. On the other end, I have met 2x as many INCREDIBLE staff and faculty throughout my time at Stanbridge. People need to understand that this is still a relatively new program and it's still working through a lot of adjustments both within the programs itself, how they handle students, and how they handle staff. But with being new comes an advantage to incoming students because with the help of the right people and resources, there is flexibility and grace that comes with a class or a term that possibly end in a fluke (I.e. bad professors, missing classes due to extreme circumstances, etc.). I understand this is not everyone's experience, but I HAVE seen multiple times where the school does work with students to properly evaluate their knowledge of a subject a second time if there is overwhelming evidence showing it was not properly done the first time. It also is dependent on how an issue is communicated as well. Any nursing program out there is hard and rigorous. Stanbridge is not unique to this. I can confidently say that I went in to the NCLEX feeling so prepared because of how this school preps you. If you follow testing strategies and work closely with the coaches at the end of the program YOU. WILL. PASS. From Term 1 Stanbridge works with students not just on building testing stamina but building testing stamina while sleep deprived. It's not officially an actual thing. They always told us to be well rested and to eat before but, the reality of any nursing program is adequate sleep is simply not possible. You just have to get through each term and pass. Keep moving even if you have a set back, do your best to not stop. I have no idea how many times I thought to myself that I will more than likely not remember anything after the program and I questioned if I really actually learned anything. I have been an ER nurse for almost 7 months now. Every moment of feeling competent, confident, and proud to be a nurse I owe to Stanbridge. While most of my peers in my new grad program have forgotten a lot of basics and high priorities, I am one of the few who still remembers and I am so thankful. I had zero medical background coming into the program. My science gpa at a 3.5 was not competitive enough for CCs, UCs, or CSUs to see me as a priority candidate for their RN program. Stanbridge was the first school to take a chance on me and invest in me. Before Stanbridge I was never the student who was picked for scholarships, awards, or special internships. The last 2 years at Stanbridge I received scholarships every term, was selected for Student Hospital Fellowship, received the Presidential Service Award, and ended the program with the Thomas Fuentes Service Award. This was all because ONE staff member encouraged me to apply each time an opportunity was sent out. The Stanbridge experience is truly what YOU choose to make it. I have met some amazing people with incredible hearts at this school. I loved that I don't need to hike or walk a mile to get to class. I loved that I only needed to be on the ground once or twice a week. Nursing school was THE hardest thing I have ever done. I gave up my entire life for 3 years just to eat, live, breathe, and sleep nursing. You can ensure your success in this program if you want this more than anything else. There will be times where you have to pick school over your family and it sucks. But being on the other side now, it is SO worth it and now I have the rest of my life. My husband is currently in the program now and is in term 4 at the OC campus. He hasn't been in school full time in over 10 years and he is doing amazing. I'm proud to be a nurse and I'm proud to be a Stanbridge Alum. The cost for tuition is pretty steep. If you have a good tribe behind you and can afford to not work during the program, I highly recommend it!

I was in the part-time nursing program at Stanbridge, and my experience was straightforward. The…read moreexpectations were clear, communication was consistent, and the schedule worked for my life. The pacing was manageable. It was challenging, but it felt intentional rather than overwhelming. As a mom with two kids, I was able to handle it. They are my everything so I'm proud to do it for them. The course and labs were hands-on, the instructors were clear, and the program prepared me well for the NCLEX. I stayed organized, used support when I needed it, and never felt like I was struggling to get answers or keep things on track. For what I needed at that time, the part-time program allowed me to move forward into nursing, it worked.

This CNA program was amazing. I was able to learn a lot and I got the chance to build friendships…read moreand a bond with all the instructors! I would definitely recommend signing up for this program.

Honestly, I did a lot of research before going into a cna program and ACI was the best one out of…read moreall the schools in Orange County. They are extremely organized, disciplined, and professional! They have amazing instructors that prepare you for the state exam and I highly suggest choosing them to start your path in the medical field!

I just graduated Cum Laude in the first LVN Program at the Riverside campus and it was worth all…read morethe sacrifices. Nursing school is not easy, I didn't expect to go into it without a full commitment or the mental preparation that it will be hard. I basically let go of any idea of a social life, had to significantly cut down on my expenses, and it was still a struggle. I worked with Lesley as my admissions/Recruiting Rep and enrollment was an a smooth process for me, she provided me with all the information I needed including the hours I would have to dedicate and set aside for classes so I knew full well what I was getting into. The Director of the non core classes was on campus very helpful to me when I had questions. The Anatomy and Physiology instructor Mr. Ali was the best! I mean just the most wonderful instructor to lay the groundwork needed for core classes. He made the course work fun. The instructors gave us the tools and resources and it was our job to utilize them. We had to put in the work and time consistently and I tried to fight every urge to procrastinate and put it aside. I failed sometimes time I didnt and passed the times that I did. Our the director Ms. Rayna was an awesome resource, always available, always looking for ways to help us learn, grasp the information and be prepared to practice safely after graduation. She was incredibly supportive and that's pretty rare compared to other schools I have attended. The instructor were the best, our campus was so lucky, I'm not sure if they are still around but Dr. Mahdi was our fundamentals, pharmacology and mental health instructor and I have always said every nursing student needs Dr. Mahdi to shape them into responsible nurses. She had a very hard expectations just as families for those we serve will have high expectations. Her way instructions helped me seriously grasp the concepts early on that were on the NCLEX exam. Kristin taught us Maternal, Peds and Leadership, she really carried us through. She is so inspirational in how much she loves her job and her patients. She drilled into us the importance in our role as educators. She is the reason I decided I wanted to work in women's health. She is honestly the greatest. Ms. Amie, Ms. kim, Dr. Joseph, Rochelle were also great instructors, inspirational in how they showed us the different fields of nursing are available to us. Available as support in and out of the classroom and just the best mentors to have guiding us. Ms. kim I would say probably made the biggest impact in my nursing trainings in terms of how she taught me to learn the concepts, write my notes, memory recall, and pass medsurg. It wasn't perfect, there were some very bumpy roads but looking back I would definitely choose Stanbridge again. Just had the greatest people to introduce me to the nursing profession in the safest way possible. Thanks to that I passed my Exit, NCLEX and got my license all in one month. So A+ for efficiency

I'm writing this review to warn others about Stanbridge University and how they took advantage of…read moremy wife, both financially and academically. This school is marketed as one of the "best," but that couldn't be further from the truth. From the lack of professionalism to the complete disregard for students' time and money, Stanbridge has proven to be nothing short of a scam. My wife was scammed out of thousands of dollars in tuition, and when she submitted an appeal for a class she barely missed passing--by just 0.5 of a grade--they denied it without consideration. No real explanation, no empathy, just a cold "no." The appeal process is a joke. The people in charge clearly don't care about students or the money they're investing into this program. Appeals aren't taken seriously at all, and there's no transparency in how decisions are made. The office staff? Absolutely no help. Every time she reached out for assistance, it was either a vague response or being passed around from one unhelpful person to the next. The professors are no better--some of them literally hand out test answers and then still find ways to penalize students unfairly. They even dock students on attendance after telling them they could leave. How is that even remotely fair? The financial aid office is another nightmare. They're quick to take your money but completely useless when you need actual help. My wife was given instructions on how to get assistance, but the help offered was generic, dismissive, and ultimately pointless. Stanbridge University paints itself as a top-tier institution, but behind that façade is a money-hungry operation with little to no regard for student success or well-being. If you're considering this school, think twice. You're not just risking your education--you're risking your time, mental health, and a serious amount of money.

United Nursing College is a wonderful school with highly educated and respectful staff and…read moreinstructors. I was a part of the third LVN to ADN cohort, and I had a very good experience at this school. The professors were very considerate of every students weakness and strength. They are student centered and made sure to provide personalized assistance to help every student succeed and reach their ultimate potential. The classes were very challenging but they made it bearable and interactive. The 1 hour commute from home to school was worth it because of them. Highly recommend to all aspiring RNs. I am forever grateful for the memories I've made at United. Pics ft. the two Proffesor who made me fall in love with the ED.

I went to school here passed my boards and honestly had a great experience. All my professors were…read moreknowledgeable helpful and friendly. I would recommend coming here. Dean Roland was amazing with med math and awesome. Thank you so much United!

Summer concert series at Soka University on the lawn. There…read moreis nothing better .. An incredibly beautiful campus . Plenty of parking with a shuttle that takes you right to the lawn. Snacks and beverages for purchase offered. The entertainment is always top notch bathrooms are clean and accessible. I only wish that they had more concerts during the summer months. Summering at Soca is sensational !

I love walking through the Soka Millennial Trail during sunsets. Parking is free on campus. It's…read morevery clean and the walking paths are very clear. It's a circular perimeter so there's no way of getting lost. Just don't go off the beaten paths and stay on the paved walkway. The fountain area is very peaceful and lovely. It feels like the day's stress gets washed off walking through them. The trail is about a a mile and a half walk. Easy and great cardio workout with dogs.

Warning! If you get Professor Holly you should switch to the other Professor ASAP. Overall the…read morecurriculum and CNA experience itself was mostly up to date for the state exam, but Holly did not have answers for many questions that myself and other students asked. She even gave us false information and when I provided her with the right answer she gave me attitude in front of the whole class, only to be corrected by the headmaster the next day and not apologize to me. Under different circumstances I wouldn't care much to have to deal with Holly treating us like middle schoolers the entire course, but I paid over $2,000 for this course; in the least they could have competent professors.

I took the 21 weekday CNA training program with Ms. Lauren. Lauren is an amazing instructor who was…read morevery helpful in every way. She has had tons of experience working in the field, so you know you're in good hands! The theory portion of the class was fast and somewhat vague at times but it all made sense once we got to the skilled nursing facility for our clinicals. My instructor was on the floor with us everyday during clinicals. The first day was a bit overwhelming but over time, I felt very comfortable interacting with patients and performing skills. By the end of the clinicals, my classmates and I felt more than prepared for our test. We were lucky that our state exam was scheduled the day after we officially finished the course. Everyone in my class passed!! Shoutout Ms. Lauren for being the best instructor!! This was such a great program and I would highly reccommend it to anyone looking to get certified or gain hands on experience/hours for PA/NP/Med School etc.!!

I highly recommend this location if you're looking to get your IV certification. A quick 3 day…read morecourse. It's well ran. It's organized. Great clean classroom. Jayne the instructor, she was very thorough. She's very patient and takes her time teaching the course. She's very encouraging and she's very student oriented. She leaves no student behind and she's all for us fellow nurses. Also, she's willing to give an arm to help out when we need an arm to draw blood and/or start IV. Special shout-out to Jayne's asst, Marvin. He'd come in the afternoon to help out when it came to hands on training. He's very patient and very helpful, encouraging as well. Like Jayne, he's willing to give an arm too. Thank you Jayne and Marvin!!

This review is for the RN IV refresher course…read more It's not worth it for $205. There are limited mannequins, outdated supplies, and the class was overpacked. There were not enough chairs or even tables to sit at. The class instructor Jayne does a good job at breaking everything down and making it simple to understand the basic concept of different IV fluids, indications, complications, etc. I would say this class is better for LVNs or new grads. My constructive criticism is regarding her terrible attitude towards some of her students. She even mocked a student in front of the class asking a question that was completely valid. She repeated the question back to him and just started laughing in front of everyone. Then, when it was my turn to insert an IV, I got blood return and successfully inserted the IV despite being incorrectly told that I wasn't in the vein. Luckily I didn't listen, and proceeded to float the catheter into the vein. At this point, turn around to hear Jayne from across the room yelling at me "NO, NO, NO, NO!!!".... to which I replied, "um, what?" She then proceeded to yell at me for placing pressure above the insertion site while reaching for the connection tubing, so that blood wouldn't squirt out. I had no problem with telling her that I would appreciate legitimate feedback, not her yelling "no" multiple times at me from across the room. I also could have done without the lengthy tangents she went on, which I felt took away from the content of the class. She ranted about her kids and their IQ (of all things) for a solid 10 minutes, at which point I looked around and noticed that half of the class was on their phones or nodding off from boredom. Do yourself a favor and go spend your $205 at a facility with updated equipment, enough seats, and an instructor who respects their students and isn't burned out yawning throughout the entire class. I genuinely don't understand how this page has so many good reviews about her, unless she has really gone down hill in the last few months, or just had a really terrible night's sleep. Regardless, I will not be returning.

amazing school experience, i learned so much and got amazing feedback and results!! i would…read moredefinitely recommend if you wanna start cna

Update: For anyone looking to pursue nursing and enroll in…read morenursing school this class will benefit you in so many ways. I am a new graduate RN and I can accredit Miss Williams and her team for helping me excel in an accelerated RN program. She covers the basics that they don't teach you in nursing school and helped build a strong foundation. From having good bedside manner to learning new test taking skills. I am so grateful I chose Bellevue 3 years ago

Everyone who works here is so encouraging to my now 6 year old to learn chess. And he has now…read morejoined the Friday night tournaments where he meets and plays other kids while learning to be independant. I think it's a great resource to have, a safe place for kids to hang out and learn something without screens. Even in school now with the use of iPads, kids don't use their hands and they don't interact like they used to. This is face to face interaction, learning to make friends with kids you don't know and just having educational fun.

My kids have been participating in Strategic Kids programs for years, and we couldn't be happier!…read moreThey've enjoyed on-campus chess, Friday Knight Chess at the Laguna Hills location, and the summer program through Capistrano Unified. Every summer, they look forward to attending and always come home excited about what they've learned. The instructors are not only passionate about teaching but also incredibly kind and encouraging. Strategic Kids has been such a positive influence in my children's growth and love for chess. I truly hope we can continue the summer program for many years to come!