Algonquin College vs Le Cordon Bleu Paris vs Humber College vs University of Victoria - UVIC vs Douglas College New Westminster

Side-by-side comparison from 256 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Le Cordon Bleu Paris (4.70)
Algonquin College: wins 0/7 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 3/7 categories
Humber College: wins 0/7 categories
University of Victoria - UVIC: wins 0/7 categories
Douglas College New Westminster: wins 2/7 categories
Université du Québec à Rimouski - UQAR: wins 0/7 categories
RUBIKA: wins 2/7 categories
Comparing
Ottawa, Canada
4.20
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60 reviews
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Best programme: Aeronautics and Space Technology
4.70
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9 reviews
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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: Psychology
Best programme: Accounting
Valenciennes, France
4.40
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15 reviews
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Best programme: 2D Animation
Category ratings
Facilities
4.10
4.56
Win
4.14
3.99
3.88
Not rated
4.47
Location
4.25
4.78
Win
4.13
4.08
4.71
Not rated
3.13
Professors
4.22
4.67
4.08
3.97
4.88
Win
Not rated
4.27
Internationality
3.98
4.67
Win
4.17
3.59
4.38
Not rated
3.87
Student life
3.89
4.00
3.87
4.01
4.25
Win
Not rated
4.20
Value
4.28
4.00
4.04
3.73
4.25
Not rated
4.67
Win
Accommodation
3.74
3.22
3.66
3.49
3.13
Not rated
4.33
Win
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Practical, real-world relevant courses
  • +Supportive and knowledgeable instructors
  • +Modern facilities and student support
  • +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
  • +Welcoming and supportive campus environment
  • +High-quality, knowledgeable, and caring professors
  • +Diverse programs and engaging campus life
  • +Practical, career-oriented programs with industry software
  • +High-quality instructors and engaging, interactive learning environments
  • +Abundant student resources for academic success

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  • +Industry-active instructors and professional preparation
  • +Supportive and welcoming atmosphere
  • +Emphasis on practical, project-based learning
Cons
  • -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 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.
  • -Ineffective communication and support from administrative and faculty staff.
  • -Outdated and poorly maintained campus facilities.
  • -Limited opportunities for hands-on learning and practical experience.
  • -Students dislike the administrative and management issues.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are frequently mentioned.
  • -The curriculum is often described as irrelevant or not engaging.

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  • -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

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 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.

Analyzing the university's performance reveals a mixed but generally positive picture. The strongest areas are Location, with a rating of 4.08, and Student Life, closely followed at 4.01. Facilities also score well at 3.99. Conversely, Accomodation stands out as the weakest area, receiving a score of 3.49, with Internationality also being a lower-rated category. Overall value and professor ratings fall in the mid-range.

A consistently positive assessment emerges for this institution, with its **Professors** earning an exceptional 4.875. **Location** and **Internationality** also score highly, reflecting strengths in these aspects. Conversely, **Accomodation** presents the lowest score at 3.125, indicating an area for potential improvement, while **Facilities** are rated moderately. Student life and value perceptions are solid.

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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

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.

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.

University reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with ~100% recommending the experience. Students praise welcoming campuses, helpful staff, and knowledgeable professors. A small minority noted occasional administrative challenges.

With an average rating of 4.5/5, ~88% of reviews are positive, highlighting practical, career-oriented programs and experienced, helpful instructors. No negative feedback was provided.

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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★
32%
67%
41%
20%
63%
0%
47%
4★
58%
33%
41%
65%
25%
0%
47%
3★
5%
0%
15%
15%
13%
0%
7%
2★
5%
0%
2%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
1%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
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.

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.

Take the edge of education and start here…….

I think UVIC is exceptional and offers amazing, global tailored courses for the discerning, potential student on a beautiful and colorful, educational environment and can give you the right eduation pathway for success in the world. The classes are created from a creative ingenuity and reality based sources that help prepare a student for success in their chosen field after graduation, and teachers are top class, offering excellent and best teaching focus in their given fields as top experts. In my opinion, the classes, teachers, and campus all stand out as original, well maintained and affordable even if part Ivy League- essentially all as a stand alone…….

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