Top Rated 15 University in Miami, FL - A Smart Choice for the Future part 2

Paul DeBoer This is an awesome public School. The curriculum is great . The grounds are beautiful and well maintained. The dorms and class rooms are nice and clean. Opportunity for improvement is improve the dorm meeting situation. Tiamiami Hall has kitchens but no cafeteria. My son is a junior transfer and was able to stay at Tiamiami hall. It is an absolutely beautiful dormatory. Unfortunately for his senior year, they have been told that they will not be able to stay at this nice dorm. They are offering dorm to new only. Its a bit disappointing.

0 Menasche Really beautiful school with a very strong education component! Always things going on, on campus!

Mr. Travel Fox Impressive institution. Amongst the top ranked in Florida and currently top 4 in the nation amongst public institutions ( according to the WSJ). Walking around and talking to students and faculty they really focus on rewarding the right behavior, like price reductions for volunteer work, getting a first aid certifications , etc. Lots of art around the campus. Lots of activities and thought out support programs - the likes I have not seen anywhere else.

Vernon Sheftall Are there somebody in these rooms at 2480 NW 48 Street Apt 208 send help. The wi fi keeping my sister Christina ransom and the area of interest is Food Store on 22 Avenue and they are taking my money from my mother Verta S.

IAA North Campus feels like the forgotten stepchild of the college. It’s the most isolated location, and if your major is here, good luck battling Miami traffic to get to a place with the least to offer. The architecture is cold and oppressive—it used to be a military complex, which explains the vibe. Compared to campuses like Kendall, which feel lively and colorful, North is just grey, bleak, and dead. Student life is basically nonexistent. The only greenery is around the lake; the rest is just concrete. Bathrooms are disgusting—roaches, awful smells, and zero upkeep. One men’s room has had a sink ripped out for over a year and nothing’s been done. A friend had to hide in a stall once because someone came in screaming for five straight minutes. You’ll see homeless people or others regularly using the gravel pits as bathrooms. One guy even presses his bare ass to the wall and takes a dump. It’s surreal. Meanwhile, the actual restrooms are so filthy they might be worse. Public safety is laughable. A 7-year-old once fell into a gravel pit, broke his arm and got a concussion. The officer arrived, looked directly at the family, then asked us “Where’s the kid?” before riding off on his Segway. My friend broke his spine falling down stairs, and the officer on scene refused to help until he signed a form—while he literally couldn’t move. You’ll sometimes see people tweaking out, arguing loudly, or harassing students. One guy, claiming to be a famous rapper, slapped a student’s coffee out of his hand just for looking at him, then tried to intimidate a staff member. Public safety showed up long after the fact, as usual. Building 1 is a bureaucratic maze. If your issue isn’t simple, you’ll get passed from office to office until you’re back where you started—unless you escalate to someone’s boss. One department spent weeks trying to get their A/C fixed and walls painted. Nothing happened until a high-up got mad and forced it through. Only then did workers come—visibly annoyed—to actually fix things. Bottom line: North Campus is a mess. And they wonder why enrollment’s dropping. If you can, go to a different campus for anything important—advising, bursar, registration—anywhere they actually care

Maria Martine Well let me tell you. It was amazing!!! I went to enroll in high risk driving. It’s a driving class due to some minor fender benders I’ve had. To make a long story short this is what I encountered. Miami-Dade North Campus was amazing. I met a gentleman by the name of Patrick he was a great man. He works there and is a custodian for the school. Personable and charming. Then I met the lady from the information desk. She was so sweet and always maintained a huge smile. She send me to the continuing education center and I met a kind lady and next to her desk was a young man equally as kind. They directed me to the 8th building (school of justice). She also offered to make a phone call to the building before walking over there as sometimes it was hard to get in touch with them. Very professional and kind. I met Hector he’s a security guard and he was informative and showed me to another office. This was the assessment center were I met Griselda. She took the time to call Allison. She is the secretary for the school of justice. Then I met BOB from vehicle of operations. He was so amazing. He gave me a bag of double baked pretzels in a ziplock bag. What a great gift. They were amazing. He was so charismatic. Alyson send me to the bursars for a payment. Her name is Irmina Diaz. Nice lady that told me to take the receipt back to Alyson for more instructions. As I was walking over I met Raul he was campus service. Hard worker and making those lawns look nice. He directed me back to the building as I took a wrong turn. Allison then came out again and gave me final instructions. I also met the teacher (RILEY) she’s the one in charge of training and education for aspiring law enforcement officers. You can really tell this lady takes her job seriously. She was down because she wanted them all to do great. What a sign of true professionalism in every field and service in this school. Not only The employees but also the students. Many blessings to all these teachers,students,faculties and staff of every level and every field.

Omar Sanchez Anyone serious enough to make it all the way to Law School should take Alex Gancedos class on American Federal Government. No one like him, ever, as well as any and all classes with the No. 1 Historian of South Florida, Dr. Paul George. Foundationally speaking, no one like those two true educators.

Nancy K Unfortunately, MDC wasn’t prepared for the class that they were teaching. The computer program wasn’t installed in the classroom. They did apologizes and refunded 1/2 of the tuition of the sketch up class… to bad they made me waste so much time.

Tiffany Budert-Waltz I went here to take my FL educator mathematics examinations. The facility was sparkling clean and the staff = very friendly. The beautiful thing about the Wolfson campus is that the Miami Mover runs through it. This means if you are a staff member or a student, you can hop on the mover and get around the downtown metropolitan area without a car! It’s a phenomenal resource for students to use, especially considering so many students come here from out of state! The community college experience is amazing in Miami because of the offerings the city has. Miami has tons of museums in downtown, Wynwood, and Miami Beach. If you catch the bus or trolley, you can even go to Vizcaya Museum & Gardens... thats like Versailles level stuff. The bus and trolley system are easy to figure out if you have a buddy to help you. Miami is a very friendly city!

Ismaray Allende MRU ( DNP program) provide outstanding skills to help shape nursing standards of excellence and inspire teams to uphold the highest levels of the patient care. I appreciate the extraordinary professionalism, communication, and efforts of Dr. Henry Fernandez, Dr. Alexander De Varona, Dr. Amarilys González, Dr David Trobajo, Dr Karen Perez and Dr. Anny Dione. I highly suggest this university and the DNP program specially. The professors described above are committed to helping graduates to become leaders amount the healthcare team. Students in this program are educated to use inventive and evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes, interpret research, and apply the findings to improve healthcare after graduation.

Stephani During the Maternity course, I had the opportunity to learn from Professor Yamisleidis García, and my experience was extremely positive. Her teaching style is clear, well-organized, and focused on student learning. She explains concepts in a simple and effective way, which makes it easier to understand complex topics covered in the course. One of the things I appreciate most about her is her willingness to help outside of class time. She is always available to answer questions, provide additional explanations, and offer practical tips that help us study and feel more prepared. Professor García creates a supportive and respectful learning environment that encourages student participation and active learning. Thanks to her approachable and student-centered approach, I was able to strengthen my knowledge in maternity nursing and feel more confident in my preparation as a future nurse.

Evelyn Rodriguez Ever since I enrolled into this school it has been nothing but a mess. If you arent on top of the departments THEY WILL NOT solve your issues. Yes, there are good professors who are dedicated to teaching you and guiding you in the right direction. The nursing program isnt too bad overall. However, the service departments SUCK, its like dealing with another MDC. The majority of the people Ive spoken to are either lost, have transferred me to the wrong departments, or beat around the bush and have misinformed me. In addition, they always preach about being all about their students and providing them the right resources but its been the complete opposite. What happened to practicing what you preach???. They take and take my money but cant even solve my issues properly. I have been patient, considerate and have followed instructions to the best of my abilities and yet nothing has been solved. It is so frustrating as a student when all you want to do is receive your education and graduate. Pick up your act MRU, do better for your students!

Desmond Lomax Had a wonderful tour with the Asst. Director of Admission Marie Wray and a student. What a great campus. Great school with a great tuition price. Take a tour of this small bit impactful campus!! Daughter is ready to apply. Thank you again.

Nathaniel Sealey Very beautiful and chill campus, calming and quiet, very secure and safe

Lior Friedman We went here to see the 4th of July fireworks. Got to be very crowded very fast. Overall good place to be if you dont mind the crowd. Food tents and kids activities were there as well

Jones Junior Amazing university! Great structure, amazing body of teachers, place clean and very organized! Highly recommended!

Daniela Casas If I could give zero stars to this university, I would. If you are a veteran or military student, please save yourself the headache and RUN. This place has given me too many white hairs. Starting off with the fact that they are MASSIVELY understaffed, expect not to hear from anyone in days, and if you go in person, expect to wait hours. They have no real VA office, and the person in charge of doing all the paperwork is unaware of how to do it. Forget about using your TA, as they do not comply with anything for you to be able to use it; the university does not even understand what this is. The university posted my VA payments months later; it was such a mess. I wish that I had never attended this institution. There is no assistance whatsoever, and the lack of support for anyone dealing with the VA and any other military benefits is absurd. Please attend somewhere else where you can easily get support when needed, and if you are a veteran/military person, please, for the love of God, GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!!!!!

Nakita Gutierrez My experience with St. Thomas University has been incredibly frustrating and disappointing. The level of unprofessionalism and disorganization, especially regarding enrollment and program continuation, is unacceptable for any higher education institution. Despite numerous phone calls and voicemails left over several days, I received no response from the admissions or enrollment offices. For new or returning students trying to meet deadlines and get answers, this kind of silence creates unnecessary stress and confusion. Even more concerning is how poorly the university communicates expectations and criteria for continuing in their programs. Information is vague, inconsistent, and in some cases entirely missing. When students are investing time, money, and trust into their education, clear guidance is not just helpful -- its essential. I truly hope the administration addresses these issues, as this experience reflects a broader problem in how the university supports and communicates with its student body. Right now, it feels like students are being left in the dark at every turn.

Anni M. I recently graduated from the DMS program and can say it was challenging but you graduate with a lot of knowledge and preparation for the ultrasound field due to the amazing professors. Also, Monica from student services stayed consistent helping me find a job even after graduation. Overall great experience.

Elizavet Bravo I successfully completed the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program at Southeastern College (SEC). While the program was challenging, the professors and staff provided the necessary support and encouragement to help me succeed. From the president to Gloria at the reception desk, everyone at SECC is friendly and welcoming. The small class sizes and overall size of the school foster a sense of community, where the director knows each student by name. I developed lasting friendships with my classmates and feel confident that I acquired valuable knowledge and skills during my time at SEC.

Taneshia Blake I recently completed a AS in Medical Assisting this past October. No institution is without its flaws but SEC values improvement and student involvement. Most of the staff that I have interacted with during admissions and my study were very cheerful and eager to help solve any issues. During my last semester, I had some financial difficulties and was granted a small scholarship for which I am grateful, because I could then just focus on my studies. I had a great placement for my externship and now I’m confident that I’ll be well prepared to sit for my RMA certification exam. Thank you for the experience and Dr. Ana Calonge you’re the best Prof ever!! Wishing everyone all the best!!

Ruth Henry I come to this campus many times for my PDs- professional developments and this school is amazing. Theres lots of offerings in terms of certifications offered at this location.

Carrie B Unless you are a Cuban immigrant. Good luck getting assistance with an advisor. No one ever answers the phone! Sending an email is also useless. This institution deserves 0 stars.

Sonia Amethyst Still miss the older name, but the history behind this campus name is cooler. The front desk staff (for financial aid) have been immensely helpful and understanding for any questions Ive presented to them. Not sure if the advisors have improved, but heres hoping. Also, they finally have a coffee dispensing machine which is amazing

Chara Delancy Worst HBCU ever, They don’t answer the phones, it’s been 2 semesters already and my daughter still hasn’t received her financial aid disbursement from the first semester. All the staff members throw each other under the bus to avoid being held accountable. The president is very unprofessional, doesn’t respond to voicemails or emails. There are fights all the time, no one is punished, the furniture in the dorms are ridiculous. All in all the school and the staff are absolutely ridiculous.

Joseph Orta This campus really needs to update their security, the security guard who is short, African american women with poor vocabulary is not very nice and does not wants going on with the campus, if you want roses delivered, they don’t even let the driver come to campus and you have to walk outside of the campus to receive your arrangement, kills the magic of receiving a gift.

John Buchanan I am an Alumni of FMU and I took my 21 year old Son on a tour of the Campus as he is considering matriculating there and completing his undergraduate and graduate education. Nothing like an HBCU! The Campus is expanding and growing as the Land has been cleared where Prime and Duo once proudly stood! Ahhh the Memories! I also Love seeing the Iguanas on Campus!!!

Matthew Remillard Some students here made by far the most cursed animated video about a child turning into a watermelon that i have ever seen. one star for allowing this to happen.

evan king Seeing these reviews be incredibly polarized made me want to leave an honest review as a current student. First off, if you are not ready to pull all nighters, face criticism that may be super harsh, then this school is not for you. This is not a art school in the traditional sense, this is a school that prepares you for industry work. Theyre gonna lay down the hammer on you and build you up for the inevitable crunch you will receive. If you cant handle the curriculum, then you probably wont be able to handle that work in the future. A lot of the reviews from neurotypical people point out how hard this school was on them, so if you fit somewhere in that bubble then maybe consider a career change, or freelance. Now for the price of the school, if youre planning on going here you better not dream of wasting time and slacking off. If you take advantage of the opportunities here and study, build connections with students and faculty, volunteer, you will have an amazing experience. You will grow as an artist and you will be set up for a promising career. The staff knows what they are doing, obviously you arent guaranteed to have a lot of chemistry with them, but they all no doubt have years of experience in their fields. They are not bullies, they are here to help you get better, even if that means giving you the most harsh critique youve ever heard in your life (Me personally Ive only ever witnessed 1 - 3 people get really harsh feedback, so its not even a common occurrence) The school has an amazing career services team. They bring multiple people over a month to give talks, bring recruiters, host job fairs, give resume critiques, all for free, and are still accessible after graduation. My friend already got an internship as a sophomore at a huge company thanks to the schools connections. The cafeteria food is fine? Some days its pretty good, other days theyll have food that no one eats. Its the most average college cafeteria food ever. Now on the darker side, yeah the school is not great at all at handling student misconduct. They are currently being sued for sweeping heavy things under the rug and giving students a slap on the wrist. There are students who are still here who have done horrible things and the school keeps them here. Its a problem that they arent getting any better at. To top this all off, the school has a great growing campus, the faculty are great and know what theyre doing, if you put in the work, you are guaranteed to grow. There are a few places where the school falls flat, but overall if youre looking for a college experience where you can find good friends, get better at what you do, and want a promising career, then Ringling is probably a pretty good choice. Just please dont waste your money if you go here, a good 30 - 40% (ballpark estimate) of students in the year end up dropping out or transferring. Be prepared to consider if you can afford it and if you think youre capable of putting in the work. Otherwise, itll be a huge waste of money

kristina garrett In the process of getting our son in. Weve taken two tours. The first one was of the whole campus and the second one was specifically for the Motion Design. Both times have been very welcoming and highly impressive. Everyone there is so enthusiastic, happy and you can tell they love it there. They are very involved and everyone seems to want to help everyone.

Omar Meireles Most god awful school i have ever gone to. Administration does absolutely nothing. Theyve spent weeks merely greenlighting my graduation.

ogslick marcel Save your money don’t come here they very unorganized they just be hiring any advisor that doesn’t even know how to do the job they will tell you everything is ok you have all your requirements even if you check with them multiple until the day of your graduation they’ll tell you you missing credit if you have to do your clinical you might or might not have a teacher and be on campus they are heavily understaffed I picked it because it was the cheapest option, but it’s not worth all the headache that they will make you go thru.

Seym Ri If I could put a 0 stars I would definitely do it. This is the worst school ever with a such terrible service. I was in the nursing program and no one is willing to help or assist you for any type of procedure especially the NURSING department. They hang up on you or tell you they are too busy to help you. And if we don’t get things done on time it is considered our responsibility. There was also a day where I went to the department and the gentleman just shut the window while I was trying to explain my situation. Also, when some student comes to visit mdc to eventually join, We student have to sometimes to tell them about our experience at mdc, and the school person told us to say nice about mdc and don’t say bad things so they can join. Please Don’t waste your money here the medical campus is definitely the worst campus ever.

James White Lindsey Hopkins Technical College is THE flagship for adult and career/technical education in Miami-Dade County. There is a variety of programs ranging from ESOL and GED to HVAC, electricity, culinary, and fashion programs where students can get industry certified. The faculty and staff are friendly and professional, and the facility is safe with an outstanding security team. The number of students Ive seen more success stories than you would believe including students that started in the ESOL program, registered for CTE classes and then got employed with Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

Marc Edouard Mathurin My counselor Ms. Estiverne is the best. She cares about the students and always has a smile. She also helped me with my resume, cover letter, and scholarship application.

Javier Salazar I am here today with my son taking an exam. I had not set foot at Lindsay Hopkins Technical Institute in about twenty years. I am taken back at how professional, courteous, and friendly everyone has been with my son and I. A very special “thank you” to Mr. White in the media center for being an amazing and gracious host while I waited for my son to be done with the exam. An equally shoutout to all the security personnel that we encountered, everyone said “good morning” with a smile and very courteous and helpful. Congratulations to Ms. Chantal Osborne and team for doing an excellent job! Very impressed!!

904 CZV What can I say: I love Barry. Even though I live way up here in Jax, I commuted down there for classes once a month. It was worth it to me. I’m in the PhD nursing program and I can say it really changed my life. Dr. Jessie Colin, who is also my chair, is the most intelligent and remarkable person I have ever met. The 5 stars is for her and how she is running the doctoral program. Thank you Dr. Colin! The rest of the nursing faculty are also wonderful. Lovely women (too many to name). I’m so glad I made the decision to come to this school. I’ve learned so much that this post would be too long to describe it all! It’s an intellectually challenging program, so be ready to learn. This school in general really focuses on social justice. If you are not open minded to multi-culturalism and discovering new ways of thinking outside of the norm, this may not be the school for you. I tell people this because I know how the culture is in America today (ignorance is bliss). You have to accept to live the ‘Barry Life’, which is being open to culture and seeking justice for those whose voices might go unheard. Like some say on other reviews, yes, the area in which the school is in is kinda sketchy. And be prepared, the student parking is awful. The biggest parking lot is a couple blocks away and you have to take a shuttle to get to the campus. It’s a small campus but quite beautiful.

Isaiah Howell Steph curry snapped my ankle in two would not recommend going to the gym

ashley hillyer Like most schools, they’re more concerned with money and debts than education. VETERANS BEWARE- DO NOT utilize your G.I. Bill benefits here- they always find a way to tell you owe more.

Kayla Powell I was sent in to the school from a graduate that took a program here. When I arrived I was automatically treated just like family and I wasn’t even a student yet! I knew exactly what I wanted to do. Alicia helped me by taking very valuable time and asking me questions that would help me make the ultimate life changing discussion that I’ve needed. We went over a few things and she also involved my sister who tagged along with me she absolutely loved that she got to see the labs and the school. Before I knew it Alicia asked when I was wanting to get started I told her as soon as possible. She said it was perfect timing a class starts next month, before I knew it I was signing up for my very first class, filling out for my financial aid. The staff here is OUTSTANDING!!!!! They are very understanding, if you need to talk with anyone their doors always open, they listen and always have you feeling better before you leave their office! The Medical Assistant program is where it’s at! Great instructors only month long classes that I love only 4 hour days and I still have time to do things that need to get done during the day

Kimberlee Westberry We went there for pictures with Santa, and cupcakes and hot chocolate with candy canes! Everyone was very kind and I felt comfortable. My daughter is a student there, shes doing very well, and she loves it!! Based on those facts, I would highly recommend!!

Kelly Alcaraz This is definitely a place youll want to consider when making a decision to move forward with your education. The interesting thing is, when I came to Southern Technical College, I was interested in taking a business course. However, after spending some time with Karen in admissions, I discovered that taking a course for Medical Assistant would very possible be a better opportunity for me. I was not at all prepared for what I was getting myself in to. Now, I can say I am glad I took her advice. The classes are constructed in a way that helps the student learn and progress at a steady rate. The teachers are wonderful. They are helpful, encouraging, positive and full of knowledge and experience. The staff is friendly and always available. It is an honor to be a part of such a wonderful group of educators and students alike.

Marco Medrano Unaware of how to go about furthering my education, and with limited financial resources to do so, a friend of mine recommended Humboldt International University, an educational institution dedicated to educate working students with families and with full-time jobs, as was my case, fully online through virtual, asynchronous classes. My experience was excellent. The staff at their Miami offices was very pleasant and attentive (I had the opportunity to meet the Academic Dean and two of their professors there) the enrollment process streamlined, the cost very affordable, and best of all, their educational materials very solid. The student platform, built on the user-friendly Moodle, is simple to use, and astoundingly always up and functioning. Although HIU, as they call it, offers associates, bachelors, masters and even a doctorate program in business administration, they specialize in educating working adults with a special focus on the skills needed in the 21st century marketplace -- global, strategic, technical -- all with a concentration in learning problem solving methodologies inside out, something that is so vital and important to the educational process today. The school is brand new, founded in 2013, and will pass its full accreditation process by the end of 2016, so, in the meantime, take full advantages of their scholarships and special pricing. You wont regret it.

Numa Montes de Oca It is an outstanding institution. I have been enrolled in both HIU (an online university) and a traditional, mid-size university in the US. Having gone through both experiences, I can tell that online learning is simply the best option. HIUs faculty is admirable. The platform is easy to use. Course structures are convenient and challenging at the same time. They have given me the opportunity to build a career and to grow personally and professionally.

Pedro Manuel Diaz Flores hiuniversity will give the opportunity to fulfill one of my precious goal which has been to completed my bachelors degree. because of the illness of my father I couldnt finish years ago and now i am looking forward to having a second chance . thanks to HIUniversity