Boston University - BU vs Hult International Business School vs Northeastern University vs Simmons University vs Suffolk University

Side-by-side comparison from 203 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Simmons University (4.60)
Boston University - BU: wins 1/7 categories
Hult International Business School: wins 2/7 categories
Northeastern University: wins 3/7 categories
Simmons University: wins 0/7 categories
Suffolk University: wins 1/7 categories
ISDI Madrid Digital Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences - MCPHS: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
4.20
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86 reviews
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Best programme: Business Administration
London, The United Kingdom
4.30
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63 reviews
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Best programme: International Business
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
4.50
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47 reviews
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Best programme: Nursing
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
4.60
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5 reviews
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Best programme: Accounting
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
4.00
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2 reviews
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Best programme: Accounting and Finance
Category ratings
Facilities
4.37
4.16
4.61
Win
4.40
4.50
Not rated
Not rated
Location
4.56
4.61
4.74
Win
4.50
4.50
Not rated
Not rated
Professors
4.45
4.49
Win
4.42
4.40
3.50
Not rated
Not rated
Internationality
4.49
4.79
Win
4.55
3.60
4.50
Not rated
Not rated
Student life
4.27
4.20
4.56
3.80
5.00
Win
Not rated
Not rated
Value
4.35
4.15
4.46
Win
4.20
3.50
Not rated
Not rated
Accommodation
4.22
Win
3.29
4.20
3.67
4.00
Not rated
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Exceptional faculty and supportive learning environment
  • +Prime urban location with diverse opportunities
  • +Challenging academics and resources for student success
  • +Strong networking and career opportunities
  • +Practical, real-world learning experiences
  • +Supportive and experienced faculty
  • +Practical experience through co-op programs
  • +Dedicated and expert faculty
  • +Vibrant campus and community life
  • +Passionate and supportive faculty
  • +Nurturing environment for academic and personal growth
  • +Supportive staff and diverse student body
  • +Supportive and accommodating staff
  • +Flexible class options
  • +Vibrant city-based campus life

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are frequently criticized.
  • -The curriculum or teaching quality is often found to be lacking.
  • -Administrative and management issues are prevalent.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient materials are a concern.
  • -Inconsistent professor quality and teaching methods are disliked.
  • -Administrative and management issues are frequent complaints.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of necessary resources are often mentioned.
  • -Poor communication and a lack of student support are recurring problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and inadequate resources are a common complaint.
  • -Students express frustration with administrative and management inefficiencies.
  • -The curriculum is perceived as irrelevant or poorly structured by many.
  • -Poor communication and organizational issues from staff.
  • -Insufficient resources and outdated technology.
  • -Lack of engagement and clear learning objectives from instructors.

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Rating summary
What students say

This institution garners excellent scores across most metrics. Notably, the **Location** stands out with the highest rating. **Student Life**, **Accomodation**, and **Facilities** also receive strong, positive feedback, indicating a well-rounded student experience. While still high, **Professors**, **Internationality**, and **Value** received slightly lower, though still very competitive, scores compared to the strongest area.

With high scores across most aspects, this institution excels in **Internationality** (4.79) and **Location** (4.61). Professors also receive strong marks (4.49). The weakest area for the university is **Accomodation**, which received a considerably lower rating (3.29) compared to other surveyed categories. Facilities (4.16), Student Life (4.20), and Value (4.15) fall within a solid mid-range.

This university presents a strong showing across various metrics, with **Location** emerging as its highest-rated aspect at 4.74. **Facilities** also score very well, at 4.61. The university's **Value** is a solid performer at 4.46, alongside **Student Life** (4.56) and **Internationality** (4.55). **Accomodation** received the lowest rating at 4.2, indicating room for improvement in this area.

This university garners excellent marks for its **location** (4.5) and **facilities** and **professors** (both 4.4), suggesting a well-resourced and academically strong environment. Areas for potential improvement include **accommodation** (3.67) and **internationality** (3.6), which received the lowest scores among the surveyed categories. Student life also presents a moderate rating at 3.8, while value for money is rated positively at 4.2.

This institution garners excellent marks in several key areas, notably its **Student Life** which received a perfect score, and its **Facilities** and **Location**, both rated at a strong 4.5. Areas for potential improvement include **Professors** and **Value**, which are rated at 3.5. The university also scores well in **Accomodation** (4) and **Internationality** (4.5).

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Reviews summary
Highlights

With an average rating of 4.23/5, ~94% of reviews are positive. Students praise the learning environment, excellent faculty, and vibrant city location. No negative feedback was provided.

Overwhelmingly positive feedback highlights excellent career opportunities, networking, and practical learning experiences. A small percentage of reviews mention issues with professor quality and program materials.

Northeastern University is highly praised for its strong co-op program (~100% of feedback) and emphasis on experiential learning. Students highlight academic excellence and a supportive community. No negative feedback was recorded.

With an average rating of 4.6/5, Simmons University receives overwhelmingly positive feedback. Students praise exceptional faculty, a supportive environment, and opportunities for personal and academic growth. No negative reviews were recorded.

Students praise helpful staff and flexible classes, with ~100% positive feedback. A recurring suggestion is to offer more online class options.

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Rating distribution
5★
29%
54%
47%
60%
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0%
4★
65%
30%
53%
40%
100%
0%
0%
3★
6%
13%
0%
0%
0%
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0%
2★
0%
2%
0%
0%
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1★
0%
3%
0%
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DIVERSITY

One of my favourite aspects about Hult is its diversity. By meeting people from all over the world with diverse histories and customs, you can get a sense of what their home nations are like. I also enjoy the help the staff provides every step of the way.

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