SKEMA Business School vs University of the People - UoPeople vs California Institute of Technology - Caltech vs ArtCenter College of Design

Side-by-side comparison from 3,394 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: University of the People - UoPeople (4.90)
SKEMA Business School: wins 2/7 categories
University of the People - UoPeople: wins 3/7 categories
California Institute of Technology - Caltech: wins 2/7 categories
ArtCenter College of Design: wins 0/7 categories
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Best programme: Supply Chain Management
Pasadena, California, United States
4.90
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Best programme: Computer Science
Pasadena, California, United States
4.40
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Best programme: Mechanical Engineering
Pasadena, California, United States
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.21
3.46
4.37
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Not rated
Location
4.23
Win
3.39
4.08
Not rated
Professors
4.38
4.74
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4.42
Not rated
Internationality
4.39
4.83
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3.81
Not rated
Student life
4.14
Win
3.67
4.03
Not rated
Value
4.06
4.79
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4.22
Not rated
Accommodation
3.58
2.94
3.89
Win
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Industry relevance and practical skills
  • +International exposure and diverse student body
  • +Career opportunities and personal development
  • +Flexible and affordable online education
  • +Engaging and diverse global learning community
  • +Rigorous curriculum fostering critical thinking and skills
  • +Practical, experiential learning for career readiness.
  • +Strong academic support and extensive opportunities.
  • +Close-knit, supportive community and innovation focus.

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues, including poor communication and disorganization.
  • -Perceived focus on profit over student welfare and discriminatory practices.
  • -Ineffective career guidance and problematic teaching faculty.
  • -Data security and privacy concerns are significant issues.
  • -Hidden costs like exam fees make the "tuition-free" model misleading.
  • -Learning management system navigation and lack of community support are frustrating.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from administration.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources.
  • -Unengaging or poorly structured curriculum.

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Rating summary
What students say

Academic and social aspects of the institution received particularly high marks, with Professors and Internationality scoring above 4.3. Facilities and Location also performed well, both exceeding 4.2. Student Life and Value were rated positively around 4.1. The weakest area identified was Accomodation, which received a score of 3.58.

With exceptional scores in Internationality (4.83) and for its Professors (4.74), this institution is particularly strong in global engagement and academic quality. Value (4.79) also stands out. Conversely, Accomodation received the lowest rating (2.94), indicating this area may require attention, alongside Facilities which scored moderately (3.46). Student life and location are rated comfortably above average.

With a generally positive performance, the university excels in its **Facilities** (4.37) and **Professors** (4.42), indicating a strong academic and physical environment. **Value** (4.22) also receives a commendable rating. Conversely, **Accomodation** (3.89) and **Internationality** (3.81) represent areas for potential improvement, receiving the lowest scores among the surveyed aspects.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

~97.5% of 161 reviews are positive, highlighting practical, industry-oriented programs, excellent teaching, and international environments. A small ~2.5% of feedback mentions poor management and communication.

Nearly all (99.7%) of reviews are positive, praising flexibility, affordability, and a supportive global community. A very small fraction of feedback mentioned navigation difficulties and data breaches.

Most students report highly positive experiences, citing practical and innovative learning, strong academic support, and a supportive community. Approximately 0% of feedback was negative.

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Rating distribution
5★
50%
89%
44%
0%
4★
42%
9%
47%
0%
3★
7%
1%
8%
0%
2★
1%
0%
0%
0%
1★
1%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Experience in School

My experience in SKEMA Business School is very much enriching. It definitely help me to shape my career aspirations which align with my personal value and even worldview. The management system in my university quite efficient and systematic. Every year, we, students are required to give personal feedback on our learning and courses for each semesters. It is very helpful as it could assist my university to improve its lacking in every aspects.

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I think UoPeople is flexible, affordable, and a great option for students seeking quality online education. My opinion of University of the People is very positive. I appreciate its flexible and affordable online education, supportive learning environment, and diverse student community. It has helped me gain knowledge, confidence, and valuable skills while studying at my own pace.

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