Berklee College of Music vs Boston University - BU vs Hult International Business School vs University of Massachusetts Boston - UMass Boston vs ISDI Madrid Digital Business School

Side-by-side comparison from 180 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Berklee College of Music (4.50)
Berklee College of Music: wins 2/7 categories
Boston University - BU: wins 1/7 categories
Hult International Business School: wins 2/7 categories
University of Massachusetts Boston - UMass Boston: wins 2/7 categories
ISDI Madrid Digital Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences - MCPHS: wins 0/7 categories
Bunker Hill Community College: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
4.50
Top
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2 reviews
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Best programme: Arts
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
4.20
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86 reviews
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Best programme: Business Administration
London, The United Kingdom
4.30
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64 reviews
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Best programme: International Business
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
4.10
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28 reviews
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Best programme: Accounting
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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Category ratings
Facilities
2.50
4.37
Win
4.12
4.36
Not rated
Not rated
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Location
Not rated
4.56
4.58
Win
4.32
Not rated
Not rated
Not rated
Professors
5.00
Win
4.45
4.47
4.14
Not rated
Not rated
Not rated
Internationality
4.50
4.49
4.77
Win
4.68
Not rated
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Student life
2.50
4.27
4.18
4.30
Win
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Value
4.50
Win
4.35
4.13
4.21
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Not rated
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Accommodation
2.50
4.22
3.25
4.33
Win
Not rated
Not rated
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Ample student resources and internship opportunities.
  • +Engaging and practical course content with real-world application.
  • +Flexible online learning options.
  • +Exceptional faculty and supportive learning environment
  • +Prime urban location with diverse opportunities
  • +Challenging academics and resources for student success
  • +Strong career services and networking opportunities
  • +Practical, hands-on learning with experienced faculty
  • +Diverse international environment and global alumni network
  • +Career guidance and internship opportunities
  • +Diverse student body and welcoming community
  • +High-quality and affordable education

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder learning and comfort.
  • -A lack of effective communication and student support is prevalent.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are frequently criticized.
  • -The curriculum or teaching quality is often found to be lacking.
  • -Administrative and management issues are prevalent.
  • -Facility quality and professor standards are inconsistent.
  • -Admission standards are perceived as too low.
  • -Poor communication and lack of transparency from administration.
  • -Overcrowded classes and limited access to resources.
  • -Subpar facilities and equipment that need updating.

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Rating summary
What students say

Exceptional ratings in key areas are evident, with professors and internationality scoring particularly high. The university also receives strong marks for its value proposition. However, the location receives a zero rating, indicating a significant weakness. Facilities, student life, and accommodation present a mixed picture with moderate scores.

This institution garners excellent scores across most metrics. Notably, the **Location** stands out with the highest rating. **Student Life**, **Accomodation**, and **Facilities** also receive strong, positive feedback, indicating a well-rounded student experience. While still high, **Professors**, **Internationality**, and **Value** received slightly lower, though still very competitive, scores compared to the strongest area.

This university garners impressive scores, particularly in **Internationality** (4.77) and **Location** (4.58). Professors also receive high marks at 4.47. Facilities, Student Life, and Value are all rated favorably above 4.0. The weakest area is **Accomodation**, scoring significantly lower at 3.25, indicating a potential area for improvement.

This institution garners high marks across multiple facets. Internationality stands out as its strongest area, achieving a near-perfect score. Facilities and accommodation are also highly rated, suggesting a positive physical environment. While student life and professors also receive good scores, these represent the areas where improvement could be most impactful, though all aspects are generally well-regarded.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

With a 4.5/5 average rating from two reviews, feedback is overwhelmingly positive (~100%). Students praise the abundance of resources, internship opportunities, and engaging course content, particularly enjoying practical applications and online flexibility.

With an average rating of 4.23/5, ~94% of reviews are positive. Students praise the learning environment, excellent faculty, and vibrant city location. No negative feedback was provided.

Approximately 95.4% of 65 reviews are positive, highlighting networking, job opportunities, practical learning, and supportive faculty. A small percentage of negative feedback mentions issues with staff competence and course materials.

All 28 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.11/5. Students praise helpful advisors, career guidance, internship opportunities, and affordable, high-quality education in a diverse and welcoming environment.

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Rating distribution
5★
50%
29%
53%
11%
0%
0%
0%
4★
50%
65%
30%
89%
0%
0%
0%
3★
0%
6%
14%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
2%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
3%
0%
0%
0%
0%
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DIVERSITY

One of my favourite aspects about Hult is its diversity. By meeting people from all over the world with diverse histories and customs, you can get a sense of what their home nations are like. I also enjoy the help the staff provides every step of the way.

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