Universidad del País Vasco - UPV/EHU vs Hochschule Fulda University of Applied Sciences vs Bucknell University vs University of Massachusetts Lowell - UMass Lowell vs Reykjavik University - RU

Side-by-side comparison from 91 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: University of Massachusetts Lowell - UMass Lowell (4.50)
Universidad del País Vasco - UPV/EHU: wins 1/5 categories
Hochschule Fulda University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/5 categories
Bucknell University: wins 0/5 categories
University of Massachusetts Lowell - UMass Lowell: wins 3/5 categories
Reykjavik University - RU: wins 0/5 categories
Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto - UDUS: wins 0/5 categories
Kenya Institute of Mass Communication - KIMC: wins 1/5 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Business Administration in Management
Best programme: Applied Computer Science
Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, United States
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Lowell, Massachusetts, United States
4.50
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Best programme: Business Administration
Reykjavik, Iceland
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Best programme: Bachelor of Business
Best programme: Communication and Public Relations
Category ratings
Facilities
4.11
3.80
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4.67
Win
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3.50
4.00
Location
4.16
3.80
Not rated
4.67
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3.41
5.00
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Professors
4.09
4.00
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4.75
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4.00
4.00
Internationality
3.62
3.60
Not rated
4.75
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Not rated
3.11
4.00
Student life
4.07
Win
3.80
Not rated
4.00
Not rated
3.59
3.00
Value
4.05
3.60
Not rated
4.50
Not rated
4.06
4.50
Accommodation
3.57
3.20
Not rated
3.67
Not rated
3.67
3.50
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Strong student support and helpful staff
  • +Good academic quality and community engagement
  • +International atmosphere and mobility opportunities
  • +Practical and well-structured programs
  • +Welcoming and diverse student environment
  • +Excellent facilities and affordability

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  • +Accessible and flexible online programs
  • +High-quality, supportive, and challenging academic programs and faculty
  • +Positive, diverse, and stimulating campus atmosphere with ample resources

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  • +Quality education, knowledgeable lecturers, and academic excellence
  • +Affordable tuition and manageable costs
  • +Moral development and positive campus life experiences
  • +Practical skills development for career readiness
  • +Personal and talent growth opportunities
Cons
  • -Outdated curriculum and insufficient practical training.
  • -Inconsistent teaching quality among staff.
  • -Poor support and limited resources for student issues.
  • -Administrative & management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -Overcrowded classes and insufficient faculty support are major concerns.

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  • -Disorganized administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment significantly hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support creates student frustration.

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  • -Poor lecturer-student relationships hinder academic support.
  • -Outdated facilities and infrastructure need significant upgrades.
  • -Administrative inefficiencies cause widespread student frustration.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a common complaint.
  • -Lack of resources and support negatively impacts the learning experience.
Rating summary
What students say

This university demonstrates a solid overall performance, with its strongest areas being Location, rated at 4.16, and Facilities, at 4.11. Professors and Value also receive positive marks around 4.05. The university's weakest aspects are Accomodation, scoring 3.57, and Internationality, at 3.62, indicating room for improvement in these particular categories.

This institution garners solid reviews across several key areas. Professors receive a strong rating of 4, highlighting academic quality. Facilities, location, and student life also score well at 3.8. However, accommodation stands out as a weaker point, with a rating of 3.2. Internationality and value for money are rated moderately at 3.6.

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This institution demonstrates significant strengths in its academic and international aspects, with Professors and Internationality both scoring an impressive 4.75. Facilities and Location also received very high marks at 4.67. Student Life is rated at a solid 4, while Value is strong at 4.5. The weakest area appears to be Accomodation, with a rating of 3.67.

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This institution receives strong marks for its Value (4.06) and Professors (4.00). Student Life (3.59) and Accommodation (3.67) also score well. The weakest area is Internationality, with a rating of 3.11, while Location (3.41) and Facilities (3.50) fall in the mid-range.

This university garners excellent scores for its location, achieving a perfect 5. Its facilities and professors also stand out with strong 4-star ratings, complemented by a solid 4.5 for value. Areas for development include student life and accommodation, both scoring a respectable 3 to 3.5 stars. Internationality also received a positive 4-star rating.

Reviews summary
Highlights

With ~65% positive feedback, students praise strong support, good teaching, and international atmosphere. A small portion (~5%) of reviews mention outdated practices and insufficient practical training.

With 3 out of 5 reviews being positive (60%), students praise the well-structured programs, excellent facilities, and welcoming student environment. There are no negative reviews.

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Four reviews show a 100% positive sentiment with an average rating of 4.5/5. Students praise flexible online programs, supportive faculty, and a stimulating environment with ample opportunities. Some minor infrastructure improvements are suggested.

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Most reviews are positive, citing legacy, quality education, and affordability. A small portion of feedback mentions concerns about limited modern facilities and administrative processes. The average rating is 3.78 out of 5.

With an average rating of 4/5 and 100% positive feedback, students highlight strong practical skill development and opportunities to foster personal talents. No negative comments were received.

Rating distribution
5★
18%
20%
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50%
0%
17%
0%
4★
45%
40%
0%
50%
0%
50%
100%
3★
32%
40%
0%
0%
0%
28%
0%
2★
5%
0%
0%
0%
0%
6%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
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UPV Review

I am an engineering student and AEGEE-Bilbao member. After having studied abroad I have discovered that in the UPV/EHU they teach us too much theory and deffinitely not enough practice, which leads to imposible exams and no learning at all. It is very outdated too.

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Moral Upbringing

At Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Students do not only go there for Academics, but also they are inculcated with Morals. During the 4 years I spent in the School, being in the Northern part of Nigeria and also in a more religious environment, I was made to understand that I need not be half naked or expose my intricate parts as a woman to be beautiful. Growing up with this mentality has earned me respect in my society today and I am grateful for this.

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