Gadjah Mada University - UGM vs Ahmad Dahlan University - UAD vs STIKes Madani vs Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta University - UMY vs Duta Wacana Christian University - DWCU

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Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Tie
Gadjah Mada University - UGM: wins 0/1 categories
Ahmad Dahlan University - UAD: wins 0/1 categories
STIKes Madani: wins 0/1 categories
Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta University - UMY: wins 1/1 categories
Duta Wacana Christian University - DWCU: wins 0/1 categories
Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Yogyakarta: wins 0/1 categories
Enigma Business School - EBS: wins 0/1 categories
Comparing
Yogyakarta, Indonesia
4.60
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30 reviews
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Best programme: BSc Psychology
Best programme: Bachelor of Management
Yogyakarta, Indonesia
4.00
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1 reviews
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Best programme: Midwifery
Best programme: Information and Communication Systems Engineering
Best programme: International Relations
Best programme: Business
Category ratings
Facilities
4.30
4.50
4.00
5.00
Not rated
4.00
5.00
Location
4.59
4.25
4.00
5.00
Not rated
5.00
4.33
Professors
4.57
4.50
5.00
5.00
Not rated
4.33
5.00
Internationality
4.17
4.50
3.00
5.00
Not rated
4.67
5.00
Student life
4.50
4.25
4.00
5.00
Not rated
5.00
4.67
Value
4.63
3.50
5.00
5.00
Not rated
4.67
5.00
Accommodation
4.20
4.00
4.00
5.00
Win
Not rated
4.33
4.33
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Strong academic reputation and faculty support
  • +Vibrant student community and campus culture
  • +Commitment to people's values and social responsibility
  • +Excellent academic foundation and personal growth opportunities.
  • +Supportive and dynamic lecturer-student interaction.
  • +Strong Islamic religious curriculum alongside formal education.
  • +Islamic integration with healthcare courses
  • +Quranic memorization and Arabic language requirements
  • +Practical curriculum and knowledgeable faculty
  • +Collaborative environment and modern facilities
  • +Valuable career services support

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  • +Engaging curriculum with practical applications
  • +Diverse extracurriculars and organizations
  • +Supportive academic environment
  • +Flexible online learning for professionals
  • +Comprehensive and applicable curriculum
  • +Seamless balance of career and study
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are a common complaint.
  • -Unengaging teaching methods and a perceived lack of relevance in coursework are disliked.
  • -Students are frustrated by administrative inefficiencies and poor management.
  • -There is widespread dissatisfaction with outdated facilities and a lack of resources.
  • -Course content and teaching methods are often perceived as irrelevant or unengaging.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology are a consistent concern.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support is frustrating for students.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment are a recurring complaint.
  • -Lack of necessary resources and support is a significant drawback.

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  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are common complaints.
  • -Lack of essential resources and support negatively impacts learning.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from staff is a recurring problem.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution garners strong marks across most categories, with **Location** and **Value** standing out as particular strengths at 4.59 and 4.63 respectively. **Professors** also receive high praise. The weakest area appears to be **Internationality**, rated at 4.17, though this still represents a solid score. Facilities and accommodation also scored well, indicating a generally positive student experience.

An institution demonstrates considerable strengths in its facilities, professors, and international appeal, all receiving a high 4.5 rating. Student life and location also score well at 4.25. However, the university's value proposition registers as a comparative weakness, with a rating of 3.5, while accommodation sits at a respectable 4.

This institution receives excellent marks for its professors and overall value, both earning a perfect score. Facilities, location, student life, and accommodation are also strong, each rated at a solid four. Internationality is the area with the lowest rating, coming in at a three. This indicates a generally positive experience with notable strengths in teaching quality and affordability.

Exceptional marks were awarded across all evaluated aspects. The university achieved a perfect score of 5 out of 5 in every category, including facilities, professors, location, student life, accommodation, internationality, and value. This indicates a uniformly outstanding experience with no specific areas requiring improvement or standing out as significantly stronger than others.

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An excellent overall profile emerges from these university ratings. The institution excels in **Location** and **Student Life**, both receiving perfect scores. **Internationality** and **Value** are also exceptionally strong areas, marked by high marks. In contrast, **Facilities** is the weakest aspect, though still rated positively. **Professors** and **Accomodation** also demonstrate very solid performance.

Exceptional performance marks this university's ratings, with perfect scores in Facilities, Professors, and Internationality, alongside a high 5 for Value. Student Life also received a commendable 4.67. The areas with the lowest scores, though still strong, were Location and Accommodation, both rated at 4.33.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Approximately 93% of reviews are positive, praising the university's strong academic reputation, excellent faculty, vibrant community, and social responsibility. No negative feedback was provided.

With 100% positive reviews, students report transformative experiences and strong academic/personal growth. They highlight enjoyable studies, effective teaching, and dynamic lecturer-student interaction.

With one review, the average rating is 4/5. Positive feedback (100%) highlights programs that integrate Islamic learning with academic courses like midwifery, nursing, and pharmacy, including mandatory Quran memorization and Arabic language.

With a single review, the student experience is rated a perfect 5/5, indicating overwhelmingly positive feedback. This suggests a highly satisfactory educational environment.

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Students report an enriching and pleasant experience, highlighting strong academic programs and numerous extracurricular opportunities. The supportive environment and diverse studies are frequently praised, with minimal mention of less-than-ideal facilities.

All 3 reviews are highly positive, averaging 5/5 stars. Students praise the intuitive, flexible digital infrastructure and seamless integration of studies with professional lives. The curriculum is described as comprehensive and applicable.

Rating distribution
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70%
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33%
100%
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23%
75%
100%
0%
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67%
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3★
7%
0%
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2★
0%
0%
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1★
0%
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