Democritus University of Thrace vs Hellenic Open University - HOU vs Technological Educational Institute of Peloponnese - TEI vs New York College European and American Education - NYC vs College of Crete MBS

Side-by-side comparison from 73 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Anatolia American University (5.00)
Democritus University of Thrace: wins 0/7 categories
Hellenic Open University - HOU: wins 0/7 categories
Technological Educational Institute of Peloponnese - TEI: wins 0/7 categories
New York College European and American Education - NYC: wins 0/7 categories
College of Crete MBS: wins 0/7 categories
Deree Graduate Education: wins 1/7 categories
Anatolia American University: wins 6/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Electrical and Computer Engineering
Best programme: Business Administration
Heraklion, Greece
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Best programme: MA in Learning Design and Technology – Online
Thessaloniki, Greece
5.00
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Best programme: Political Science and International Relations
Category ratings
Facilities
3.28
2.50
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4.73
5.00
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Location
3.28
3.00
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4.83
5.00
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Professors
3.65
4.00
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4.56
5.00
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Internationality
2.61
2.89
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4.63
5.00
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Student life
3.74
2.40
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4.73
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4.00
Value
3.85
3.44
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4.75
5.00
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Accommodation
2.91
2.50
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4.50
5.00
Win
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Supportive faculty and helpful peers
  • +Engaging courses and diverse opportunities
  • +Central campus location with modern facilities
  • +Flexible distance learning
  • +Supportive and qualified academic staff
  • +Well-organized and high-quality programs
  • +Effective learning environment and resources.
  • +Engaging and informative teaching methods.
  • +Supportive and encouraging academic community.
  • +High-quality, multicultural education
  • +Excellent, experienced professors
  • +Strong business programs

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  • +High-quality, engaging programs with a balance of theory and practice
  • +Excellent faculty with practical experience and research expertise
  • +Supportive community and seamless institutional infrastructure
  • +Engaging classes and stimulating multicultural environment
  • +Excellent facilities and supportive student services
  • +Strong academic reputation and student success focus
Cons
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient equipment impact learning experiences.
  • -Poor quality and limited variety of food options are a significant issue.
  • -Lack of professor engagement and administrative shortcomings hinder student progress.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause disorganization and negatively impact students.
  • -Academic program quality and staff qualifications are frequently criticized.
  • -Program structure and degree validity are concerns for students.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are consistent complaints.
  • -Lack of clear communication and course structure leads to confusion.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of modern amenities frustrate students.
  • -Inefficient administrative processes and poor communication cause significant problems.
  • -Overcrowded classrooms and a lack of individual attention detract from the learning experience.

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  • -Poor teaching quality and ineffective learning outcomes.
  • -Lack of structure and overwhelming course material.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause constant problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a persistent concern.
  • -Lack of resources and support hinders academic progress.
Rating summary
What students say

Overall, the university presents a mixed but largely positive review. Student life and value for money stand out as its strongest aspects, both receiving high marks. Conversely, internationality and accommodation appear to be the areas needing the most improvement, indicated by significantly lower ratings. Facilities and location fall within a moderate range of student satisfaction.

The university demonstrates its strongest performance in the quality of its professors, receiving a high rating. Conversely, student life and facilities represent areas where improvement could be beneficial, as indicated by lower scores. Other aspects, such as location, accommodation, and internationality, fall within a moderate range, with value for money also scoring reasonably well.

Across all surveyed categories, the university received a neutral rating of zero. This indicates no particular strengths or weaknesses were identified in facilities, professors, location, student life, accommodation, internationality, or value. The current data presents an even score across every aspect of the university experience.

This institution presents a uniform, middling performance across all evaluated aspects. With zero ratings in categories spanning facilities, professors, location, student life, accommodation, internationality, and value, there are no standout strengths or discernible weaknesses. The university's profile is entirely consistent, indicating an average experience in every surveyed area.

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This institution garners strong feedback across multiple aspects. Notably, **Location** received the highest rating at approximately 4.83, followed closely by **Facilities** and **Student Life**, both around 4.73. **Value** also scored well at 4.75. The **Accomodation** rating, while still positive at 4.5, represents the comparatively weaker area among the surveyed categories.

This institution demonstrates exceptional strength across multiple key areas. Facilities, professors, location, accommodation, internationality, and overall value all received a perfect 5-star rating. The only slight dip is noted in student life, which scored a still-positive 4 stars.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Approximately 74% of reviews are positive, highlighting great tutors, a supportive community, and engaging programs. A small percentage of negative feedback mentions issues with outdated facilities and some professors' attitudes or teaching skills.

~78% of reviews praise the university's flexible distance learning and helpful staff. ~22% of feedback highlights poor organization and administrative issues, including degree validation concerns.

This university receives highly positive feedback, with ~100% of reviews being positive. The average rating is 4/5 stars.

With a single review, the feedback is overwhelmingly positive. The reviewer highlights the high quality of multicultural education and academic collaborations. Professors are described as excellent with practical experience.

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University reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~94%), with students praising academic depth, quality faculty, and valuable practical projects. A small percentage (~6%) express concerns about teaching quality and course content.

With a perfect 5/5 average rating, this university receives overwhelmingly positive feedback. Students highlight engaging classes, a stimulating multicultural environment, and excellent facilities, with approximately 0% negative reviews.

Rating distribution
5★
16%
22%
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0%
69%
100%
4★
51%
44%
100%
100%
0%
25%
0%
3★
27%
11%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
7%
0%
0%
0%
0%
6%
0%
1★
0%
22%
0%
0%
0%
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Excellent Value for Money MA TESOL

I did a lot of research before landing on ACG as my choice to do an MA TESOL programme. Firstly, I found the course very good value for money, especially as they offer the Trinity Cert embedded in the programme, a certificate which allows you to teach in most parts of the world. Secondly, I really appreciate the hybrid online

The multicultural environment

I think it should be considered one of the top institutions of Thessaloniki. The classes are engaging and the multicultural environment is very stimulating. The overall facilities are in excellent condition and the university is always willing to help the students excel.

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