University of Ghana - UG vs Xiamen University - XMU vs San Francisco State University- SF State vs Takoradi Technical University - TTU vs Chittagong Medical University

Side-by-side comparison from 272 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: San Francisco State University- SF State (4.70)
University of Ghana - UG: wins 0/7 categories
Xiamen University - XMU: wins 0/7 categories
San Francisco State University- SF State: wins 6/7 categories
Takoradi Technical University - TTU: wins 0/7 categories
Chittagong Medical University: wins 0/7 categories
CIELS BOLOGNA: wins 1/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Administration
Best programme: Philosophy
San Francisco, California, United States
4.70
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7 reviews
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Best programme: Childhood and Youth Studies
Best programme: Accounting
Chittagong, Bangladesh
3.00
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2 reviews
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Bologna, Italy
4.50
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Best programme: Mediation
Category ratings
Facilities
4.00
2.50
4.29
Win
4.00
3.50
4.00
Location
4.32
2.00
4.57
Win
4.09
3.00
4.50
Professors
4.25
3.50
4.71
Win
4.25
3.50
4.50
Internationality
4.08
3.50
4.86
Win
4.00
2.50
4.50
Student life
4.29
3.00
4.00
4.33
3.50
4.50
Win
Value
4.22
3.00
4.57
Win
4.25
3.50
4.00
Accommodation
3.48
3.50
4.29
Win
3.91
3.00
4.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Strong academic programs and theory-practice balance
  • +Diverse, inclusive, and intellectually engaging campus environment
  • +Opportunities for exploration and personal growth
  • +Excellent learning environment and broad academic opportunities
  • +Strong programs in Oceanography, Industrial Sciences, and Economics
  • +Diverse professional subjects across Science, Liberal Arts, and Engineering
  • +Diverse and inclusive campus environment
  • +Knowledgeable, supportive, and engaging faculty
  • +Comprehensive and practical academic programs
  • +Practical, hands-on learning for career readiness
  • +Supportive, devoted lecturers encouraging discipline and independence
  • +Safe, affordable accommodation and good campus environment

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  • +Personalized and supportive learning environment
  • +Skill development and personal growth
  • +Ideal campus location and atmosphere
Cons
  • -Outdated curriculum and teaching methods hinder skill development.
  • -Inefficient administrative processes cause communication and access issues.
  • -Overcrowded facilities and old-fashioned learning environments are problematic.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a significant concern.
  • -Racism and bullying are experienced by international students.
  • -Lack of support for students in distress is prevalent.
  • -Lack of engaging and relevant course content.
  • -Poor communication and support from instructors and administration.
  • -Insufficient resources and outdated facilities.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause constant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -Unresponsive and unhelpful staff create a poor experience.

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  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a recurring problem.
  • -Lack of essential resources and support hinders learning.
Rating summary
What students say

Overall, the university receives positive feedback, with particularly strong ratings in Location (4.32), Student Life (4.29), and Value (4.22). Professors (4.25) and Internationality (4.08) also score well. The weakest area identified is Accomodation, receiving a rating of 3.48, indicating room for improvement in this aspect of the student experience. Facilities also received a solid, but lower, score of 4.

This university presents a mixed bag of ratings. Its strongest aspects lie in its accommodations, internationality, and professor quality, all scoring a solid 3.5. Student life and value also received respectable scores of 3. Conversely, the university's weakest areas are its facilities, with a score of 2.5, and its location, which received the lowest rating of 2.

This university garners particularly strong marks for its Internationality, with a score of 4.86, and for its Professors, rated at 4.71. Location and Value also received high marks, both at 4.57. Conversely, Student Life received the lowest rating at 4.00, though this still represents a good score. Facilities and Accomodation both achieved a score of 4.29.

This institution receives high marks across most categories. Student life is a particular strength, followed closely by strong professor quality and excellent value. Accommodation is the weakest area, with ratings slightly below other aspects. Facilities and internationality are rated solidly at a 4.

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This institution demonstrates a consistently strong performance, excelling particularly in its professors, location, student life, and internationality, all receiving a high 4.5 rating. The university also scores well in facilities and value, with a solid 4. Accommodation also achieves a respectable 4. Notably, there are no significantly weak areas identified, with all ratings at 4 or above.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Most reviews (~88%) highlight academic excellence, diverse programs, and vibrant campus life. A small minority (~1.6%) experienced administrative delays and outdated teaching methods.

One out of two reviews was positive, citing a great learning environment and diverse opportunities. The other review, representing approximately 50% of feedback, was negative and described experiences of racism and difficult administration for international students.

With an average rating of 4.71/5 based on 7 reviews, approximately 100% are positive. Students highlight a beautiful, diverse campus with excellent facilities and a wide range of courses, particularly praising the supportive faculty and inclusive environment. There is no negative feedback.

With an average rating of 4.33/5 and no negative feedback, ~92% of reviews are positive. Students highlight practical learning, supportive lecturers, and career preparedness as key strengths.

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With an average rating of 4.5/5 from 2 reviews, feedback is overwhelmingly positive (~100%). Students highlight personal growth, improved skills, and a supportive learning environment with small class sizes and direct teacher interaction.

Rating distribution
5★
41%
50%
86%
42%
0%
50%
4★
47%
0%
0%
50%
0%
50%
3★
11%
0%
14%
8%
100%
0%
2★
1%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
1%
50%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Educative

The University of Ghana is a highly respected institution with strong research, diverse programs, and a vibrant campus life, though it faces challenges with large class sizes and administrative delays, and I would recommend it for its academic reputation and opportunities.

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Best in practical lessons

I like the practical aspect of the learning, these equipped students in gaining hand on experience that opens more careers opportunities The lecture are patient and always ready to help students pass

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