Le Cordon Bleu Paris vs University of Cândido Mendes - UCAM vs Pontificate Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro - PUC-Rio vs Universidade Federal do Estado do Rio de Janeiro vs Instituto Federal Fluminense

Side-by-side comparison from 18 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Tie
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 1/3 categories
University of Cândido Mendes - UCAM: wins 0/3 categories
Pontificate Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro - PUC-Rio: wins 0/3 categories
Universidade Federal do Estado do Rio de Janeiro: wins 0/3 categories
Instituto Federal Fluminense: wins 2/3 categories
Augusto Motta University Centre - UNSUAM: wins 0/3 categories
Brazilian Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine - IBMR: wins 0/3 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Culinary Arts
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Best programme: Architecture and Urban Planning
Best programme: Library and Information Science
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
5.00
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Best programme: Physical Education
Best programme: Criminology and Law
Best programme: Bachelor in ICT
Category ratings
Facilities
4.56
Not rated
4.25
4.00
5.00
5.00
4.50
Location
4.78
Not rated
5.00
4.00
5.00
4.00
4.50
Professors
4.67
Not rated
4.50
5.00
5.00
5.00
5.00
Internationality
4.67
Win
Not rated
4.50
4.00
4.00
2.00
3.00
Student life
4.00
Not rated
4.50
4.00
5.00
Win
4.00
4.50
Value
4.00
Not rated
5.00
4.00
5.00
5.00
3.00
Accommodation
3.22
Not rated
3.00
3.00
5.00
Win
Not rated
3.50
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +exceptional quality of teaching and knowledgeable, approachable instructors
  • +strong emphasis on precision, quality, and professional skill development
  • +welcoming environment and supportive alumni network

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  • +Excellent professors and academic programs
  • +Beautiful campus and welcoming environment
  • +Strong career and professional development opportunities
  • +Highly qualified faculty and diverse educational techniques
  • +Freedom to explore various areas of knowledge
  • +New facilities and resources
  • +Enjoyable learning experience
  • +Excellent teaching and well-structured programs.
  • +Abundant student amenities and resources like the library.
  • +Supportive environment and helpful staff.
  • +Practical and accessible learning with helpful professors
  • +Supportive and welcoming environment fostering friendships
  • +Good cost-benefit value and local convenience
Cons
  • -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.

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  • -Administrative & management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are consistently criticized.
  • -Poor communication and unclear expectations lead to student dissatisfaction.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder learning and comfort.
  • -Poor communication and lack of responsiveness from staff are a recurring problem.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor technology hinder learning.
  • -Lack of support and unclear expectations lead to student dissatisfaction.
  • -administrative and management issues
  • -outdated facilities
  • -lack of adequate resources and support
  • -Students dislike administrative and management issues.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are recurring complaints.
  • -Lack of updated curriculum and resources is a significant concern.
Rating summary
What students say

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.

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This university garners exceptional marks in several key areas. Location and value are rated a perfect 5, alongside a strong student life and internationality at 4.5. Professors also receive a high rating of 4.5. The weakest area identified is accommodation, with a rating of 3. Facilities are rated well at 4.25.

Overall, the university garners solid ratings across multiple aspects. It particularly excels in the **Professors** category, achieving a perfect score. **Facilities**, **Location**, **Student Life**, and **Internationality** all received strong marks at 4 out of 5. The lowest rating was for **Accomodation** at 3, indicating this area might benefit from further development. The **Value** proposition is also rated positively at 4.

This institution demonstrates exceptional strength across key areas, receiving perfect scores for its facilities, professors, location, student life, accommodation, and overall value. The university also boasts a strong international presence, indicated by its high rating in that category. While overall performance is outstanding, a slightly lower score in internationality suggests this is an area with room for further enhancement.

This university garners top marks for its facilities, professors, and perceived value, all receiving perfect scores. Student life and location are also considered strong points, rated at a solid 4. However, the university struggles significantly in the accommodation category, scoring a zero, and its internationality is rated low at 2.

The university receives commendations for its excellent facilities, dedicated professors, and appealing location and student life, all scoring highly. Conversely, accommodation and internationality present areas for improvement, with lower scores. The overall value is rated moderately, suggesting room for enhancement in this aspect.

Reviews summary
Highlights

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.

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All four reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. Students praise the welcoming environment, knowledgeable professors, beautiful campus, and opportunities for academic and professional growth.

Based on one review, the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro is highly rated at 4/5 stars. The positive feedback highlights qualified faculty and a conducive campus environment. Infrastructure and scholarship incentives were noted for improvement.

With a perfect 5/5 average rating, this university has received overwhelmingly positive feedback. The single review highlights a positive learning experience, particularly with newly established courses and facilities.

This university has a single positive review, contributing to a perfect 5/5 average rating. The feedback highlights great teachers, ample student amenities, and a well-structured program with diverse learning activities. A well-stocked library and helpful librarians were also praised.

All (100%) reviews are positive, averaging 5/5 stars. Students highlight excellent quality, great support, and a welcoming environment. They found their studies valuable and a good cost-benefit option.

Rating distribution
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33%
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Most useful review
Most liked
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.

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