Swiss Federal Institute of Technology - ETH Zurich vs University of Colorado - CU vs St. Norbert College vs Fairfield University vs Université Saint-Joseph de Beyrouth - USJ

Side-by-side comparison from 97 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Minerva Schools at KGI (4.80)
Swiss Federal Institute of Technology - ETH Zurich: wins 0/7 categories
University of Colorado - CU: wins 2/7 categories
St. Norbert College: wins 0/7 categories
Fairfield University: wins 0/7 categories
Université Saint-Joseph de Beyrouth - USJ: wins 0/7 categories
Minerva Schools at KGI: wins 4/7 categories
Kabarak University - KABU: wins 1/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Computer and Information Science
Denver, Colorado, United States
4.30
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26 reviews
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Best programme: Business and Finance
De Pere, Wisconsin, United States
Not rated
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0 reviews
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Fairfield, Connecticut, United States
Not rated
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Best programme: Food Nutrition and Dietetics
San Francisco, California, United States
4.80
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6 reviews
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Best programme: Social Sciences
Best programme: Adult Nursing
Category ratings
Facilities
4.20
4.58
Win
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3.33
4.20
4.43
Location
4.25
4.64
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4.00
5.00
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4.48
Professors
3.78
4.52
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Not rated
3.67
4.83
Win
4.68
Internationality
4.13
4.20
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Not rated
3.33
5.00
Win
4.21
Student life
4.10
4.38
Win
Not rated
Not rated
3.00
4.33
4.22
Value
4.45
4.16
Not rated
Not rated
3.33
4.83
Win
4.75
Accommodation
3.19
4.28
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Not rated
3.67
4.00
4.42
Win
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Exceptional academic rigor and depth of theory
  • +Supportive faculty and collaborative learning environment
  • +Vibrant student life and diverse opportunities
  • +Engaging and relevant curriculum with highly respected professors
  • +Strong sense of community and welcoming campus environment
  • +Excellent academic resources and supportive faculty

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  • +High-quality education and excellent teachers
  • +Well-equipped facilities and organized programs
  • +Strong reputation and career prospects
  • +Innovative curriculum and problem-solving skills development
  • +Diverse, global experiences and intercultural immersion
  • +Engaging, discussion-based classes and supportive faculty
  • +Holistic academic and spiritual development
  • +Dedicated and approachable faculty
  • +Positive and disciplined learning environment
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources are a recurring problem.
  • -Instruction quality and student support are often criticized.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder learning.
  • -Lack of support and clear communication is a recurring problem.

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  • -Administrative and management issues, including perceived dishonesty and unhelpfulness.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration and inefficiency.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder learning and comfort.
  • -Lack of clear communication and feedback creates uncertainty.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring problem.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of necessary resources are frequently mentioned.
  • -The curriculum is often perceived as irrelevant or poorly structured.
Rating summary
What students say

This university demonstrates a strong showing in several areas, notably its **Value** at 4.45 and **Location** at 4.25. **Facilities** also receive a commendable rating of 4.2. Conversely, **Accomodation** stands out as the weakest area with a score of 3.19. **Professors** are rated moderately at 3.78, while **Student Life** and **Internationality** fall within a solid range above 4.0.

This institution garners particularly high marks for its **Location** (4.64) and **Facilities** (4.58). **Professors** also receive excellent feedback (4.52). While overall satisfaction is strong, **Internationality** (4.2) and **Value** (4.16) represent the areas with slightly lower, though still respectable, ratings. Student life and accommodation scores remain positive.

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The university presents a mixed profile, with its strongest rating in **Location** at 4. Areas of good performance include **Professors** and **Accomodation**, both scoring 3.67. Conversely, **Student Life** received the lowest rating at 3.0. Facilities, Internationality, and Value all fall in the mid-range with scores around 3.33.

An analysis of university ratings reveals outstanding strengths in Location and Internationality, both receiving perfect scores. Professors and Value also demonstrate exceptional performance. Areas for potential improvement include Facilities, scoring 4.2, and Accomodation, which earned a rating of 4. Student Life received a solid rating of 4.33. Overall, the university presents a highly positive profile.

The university demonstrates exceptional strength in **Value**, achieving a perfect score of 4.75. **Professors** also garnered high marks, rating at 4.68. Conversely, **Internationality** received the lowest score at 4.21. Overall, the institution maintains a positive standing in **Facilities**, **Location**, **Student Life**, and **Accomodation**, all scoring above 4.20.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~97%), with students praising the demanding but supportive study environment, innovative research, and good infrastructure. No negative feedback was provided.

Approximately 92% of reviews are highly positive, praising challenging curriculum, excellent professors, and a welcoming culture. There is no negative feedback recorded in the 26 reviews.

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University reviews are mostly positive, with 2 out of 3 (about 67%) giving high ratings. Students praised the high level of education and well-equipped facilities. One review (about 33%) expressed dissatisfaction, citing concerns about the university's focus on money over students and inconsistent support.

All reviews are positive, averaging 4.83 stars. Students highlight innovative curriculum and engaging, discussion-based classes, along with an exceptional global rotation program offering worldwide travel and cultural immersion.

With ~96% positive feedback, reviewers highlight academic excellence, holistic development including spiritual growth, and dedicated faculty. The serene environment and quality education are frequently praised.

Rating distribution
5★
38%
38%
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0%
33%
83%
75%
4★
50%
54%
0%
0%
33%
17%
21%
3★
12%
8%
0%
0%
0%
0%
4%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
33%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
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Most useful review
Most liked
Geting a very deep understanding of the material.

Pro: Very good education. Con: Very high workload. We get tought more details and theory behind the concepts we learn than at other universities. However, this also shows in a higher workload. Nevertheless, it is very interesting. For student life, there are lots of great student associations, there is really something for everyone and plenty of events to attend or associations to join.

Digital Design Program

I would recommend CU to anyone looking for a university in the states. Specifically, though, the digital design program here has been amazing. Our profs are in the industry and help us in every way possible. They are not only teachers but natural mentors. I loved my classes here!

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Medical Laboratory School is recommended

I spent 3 years at USJ in the faculty of pharmacy, school of medical analysis laboratory technicians (ETLAM). The school was well organized, the lessons very clear with excellent teachers and access to the university's laboratories, which were also well equipped. I recommend those who wish to work as clinical laboratory technicians to continue their studies at USJ. The lessons are given in French, but we also had English lessons to improve our skills in this language. Student life at USJ is friendly, that said, it is necessary to pay attention to the fact that the timetable is decided beforehand, the student cannot choose his own schedule as in other universities in Lebanon.

Global Rotation

Minerva University is a very diverse college with students from over 60 countries across the world. The classes are discussion based rather than lecture based, where students engage their professors in class based on the materials they read before class. Minerva’s global rotation program in which students study at a different country every semester, helps prepare them to be global citizens through the projects they take on and experiences they acquire in each country and prepares them for the job market.

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