Queen's University vs Algonquin College vs McMaster University vs Le Cordon Bleu Paris vs Humber College

Side-by-side comparison from 325 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Royal Military College of Canada - RMC (5.00)
Queen's University: wins 0/7 categories
Algonquin College: wins 0/7 categories
McMaster University: wins 0/7 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 3/7 categories
Humber College: wins 0/7 categories
Royal Military College of Canada - RMC: wins 4/7 categories
RUBIKA: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Kingston, Canada
4.40
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57 reviews
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Best programme: Arts and Sciences
Ottawa, Canada
4.20
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60 reviews
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Best programme: Aeronautics and Space Technology
Hamilton, Canada
4.40
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85 reviews
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Best programme: Life Science
Best programme: Culinary Arts
Toronto, Canada
4.20
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98 reviews
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Best programme: Global Business and Management
Best programme: School of Business/Management
Valenciennes, France
4.40
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15 reviews
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Best programme: 2D Animation
Category ratings
Facilities
4.33
4.10
4.22
4.56
Win
4.14
4.00
4.47
Location
4.42
4.25
4.13
4.78
Win
4.13
4.00
3.13
Professors
4.26
4.22
4.22
4.67
Win
4.08
4.00
4.27
Internationality
3.89
3.98
4.49
4.67
4.17
5.00
Win
3.87
Student life
4.65
3.89
4.16
4.00
3.87
5.00
Win
4.20
Value
4.18
4.28
4.38
4.00
4.04
5.00
Win
4.67
Accommodation
4.13
3.74
4.10
3.22
3.66
5.00
Win
4.33
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +excellent exchange programs and diverse clubs/events
  • +strong sense of community, supportive students, and school spirit
  • +beautiful and accessible campus environment
  • +Practical, real-world relevant courses
  • +Supportive and knowledgeable instructors
  • +Modern facilities and student support
  • +Supportive and passionate professors
  • +Welcoming and diverse student community
  • +Engaging and versatile academic programs
  • +exceptional quality of teaching and knowledgeable, approachable instructors
  • +strong emphasis on precision, quality, and professional skill development
  • +welcoming environment and supportive alumni network
  • +Practical, real-world career preparation
  • +Supportive and industry-experienced faculty
  • +Excellent balance of hands-on and theoretical learning
  • +Rigorous academic challenge and supportive community
  • +Character development and resilience building
  • +Industry-active instructors and professional preparation
  • +Supportive and welcoming atmosphere
  • +Emphasis on practical, project-based learning
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Facilities are perceived as outdated and poorly maintained.
  • -Course content and teaching methods are frequently considered unengaging and irrelevant.
  • -Students dislike excessive fees and lack of value for money.
  • -The college struggles with ineffective online learning and unprepared faculty.
  • -Administrative and departmental support is often unhelpful and inflexible.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a significant source of frustration.
  • -Facilities are often described as outdated and poorly maintained.
  • -The curriculum or teaching quality is frequently criticized.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology hinder the learning experience.
  • -Lack of career support and industry relevance leads to dissatisfaction.
  • -Administrative and management issues, including poor communication regarding important deadlines.
  • -Lack of support and understanding from professors and administration regarding student circumstances.
  • -Perceived disregard for student well-being and financial concerns.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring problem.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of resources are frequently mentioned.
  • -Inconsistent and unsupportive instruction detracts from the learning experience.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Facilities are frequently described as outdated and in poor condition.
  • -Teaching quality and curriculum relevance are inconsistent and often disappointing.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution presents a generally positive picture, with student life receiving the highest marks at 4.65. Location also scores well at 4.42. Conversely, internationality emerges as the lowest-rated aspect, with a score of 3.89. Facilities, professors, accommodation, and value all fall within a solid range of 4.12 to 4.33, indicating a well-rounded experience.

Overall, the university receives strong evaluations, with its **Value** being the highest rated aspect at 4.28. **Professors** and **Location** also score very well. Conversely, **Accomodation** received the lowest rating among the surveyed categories at 3.74, indicating room for improvement in this area. Student Life and Facilities also fall slightly below the highest-rated metrics.

This university receives its highest marks in **Internationality**, boasting a rating of 4.49. Close behind is **Value** at 4.38, followed by **Facilities** and **Professors**, both scoring 4.22. The **Location** also performs well with a 4.13 rating. The **weakest area** of the university, though still strong, is **Accomodation** at 4.10. Overall, the institution presents a very positive picture.

This institution receives high marks for its Location, scoring 4.78, and for its Professors and Internationality, both at 4.67. Facilities also rate well at 4.56. Student Life and Value are both solid at 4.00. The weakest area is Accomodation, which received a rating of 3.22.

Overall, this institution garners positive feedback across multiple aspects. Internationality stands out as its strongest area, achieving the highest rating. Conversely, accommodation received the lowest score, indicating a potential area for improvement. Other highly-rated categories include facilities, location, and professors, while student life and value also received favorable, though slightly lower, marks.

This institution garners excellent feedback, with exceptional scores of 5 out of 5 for Student Life, Accommodation, Internationality, and Value. Facilities, Professors, and Location are also rated highly at 4 out of 5. The strongest areas are clearly student experience and perceived value, while its core academic and infrastructural offerings are also robust.

This institution demonstrates exceptional strengths in its **Value** (4.67) and **Facilities** (4.47), indicating high satisfaction in these key areas. **Accomodation** (4.33) and **Student Life** (4.20) also received positive scores. However, the university's **Location** (3.13) stands out as a comparatively weaker aspect, with **Internationality** (3.87) also receiving a moderate rating.

Reviews summary
Highlights

With a 4.39/5 average rating from 57 reviews, ~88% of feedback is positive. Students praise the university's strong community, excellent exchange programs, and supportive faculty. No negative reviews were submitted.

The vast majority of ~95% of reviews are positive, highlighting well-structured, practical courses, supportive instructors, and useful skill development. A small minority (~5%) mentioned concerns about cost, online learning effectiveness, and administrative coordination.

Approximately 90% of university reviews are positive, highlighting a supportive community, knowledgeable and passionate professors, and a positive academic experience. No negative feedback was reported.

All 9 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.67/5. Students highlight exceptional teaching quality and knowledgeable instructors, along with impeccable facilities. The curriculum and emphasis on precision are frequently praised.

Approximately 74% of reviews highlight practical, real-world learning and supportive, industry-experienced professors. A small portion (~3.1%) express dissatisfaction with administrative communication and professor understanding.

With one review and an average rating of 5/5, student feedback is overwhelmingly positive (~100%). The single review highlights a prestigious institution with excellent support and a unique campus life, fostering resilience and future readiness.

With a 4.4/5 average rating from 15 reviews, ~93% are positive. Students praise quality teaching from industry professionals and a supportive, welcoming atmosphere. The heavy workload and project-focused curriculum prepare them well for professional careers.

Rating distribution
5★
51%
32%
53%
67%
41%
100%
47%
4★
37%
58%
36%
33%
41%
0%
47%
3★
12%
5%
11%
0%
15%
0%
7%
2★
0%
5%
0%
0%
2%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
1%
0%
0%
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Multicultural Workspace

As an international student, I had a great experience studying at Algonquin University. The faculty and staff were incredibly supportive and made me feel welcome from the moment I arrived on campus. The university also provided me with numerous resources to help me adjust to life in a new country, such as language classes and cultural events. The quality of education at Algonquin University is exceptional, and I found the courses to be challenging yet engaging. The professors were knowledgeable and passionate about their subjects, and I appreciated the practical, hands-on approach to learning. The campus itself is beautiful and well-maintained, with modern facilities and a wide range of amenities. There are also plenty of opportunities to get involved in extracurricular activities and meet other students, which helped me feel more connected to the university community. Overall, I would highly recommend Algonquin University to any international student looking for a top-notch education and a supportive, welcoming environment.

Combined Honors in Economics and Mathematics

Joining Mcmaster University is a wonderful experience. I personally have learned a lot. In addition, I really recommend and encourage students to join this school. University has a variety of courses.

Student in 2013

I really enjoyed my time at LCB! I've found that my skills when I entered the work force were much higher than others. I think though there was a big portion missing in recipe development and composition. True- we did learn it through memorizing the recipes, but we really were missing classes on how different ingredients affect the final textures.. how you can change them... etc. That I still am not an expert in .. and I create recipes! Ouf! Also, I don't know if you still do a month of sugar work... but that really wasn't necessary and should be either cut or minimized to just 2 lessons. It's such a niche skill to know that I would have really preferred more technical skills. I loved the old location. The "rumors" I'm getting about the new location are that it's not as good, unfortunately - that i's become more of a money focused/marketing machine. I really hope that this image can be fixed as I love LCB and enjoyed my time there! Oh also - there should be more help for students to get jobs and featuring old students accomplishments - from cookbook launches to new bakeries so that current and old students can support them.

Highly Educational!

Truly, Humber College will always be an educational institute that I will recommend to family and friends. The reason for this is because they put students first, and hire professors who are professionals in the field they are teaching. I graduated from the Child and Youth Care program in 2018, and really appreciated the fact that my professors were Youth Workers themselves. This allowed me to gain field knowledge, and experienced education. Furthermore, the campus is clean, safe and full of fun activities year round. All in all, Humber College was a great experience for me from 2015-2018.

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