Escuela Universitaria de Diseño e Ingeniería de Barcelona - ELISAVA vs Swiss Montreux Business School - SMBS vs Dire-Dawa University vs Gomal University vs Elms College

Side-by-side comparison from 21 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: North Dakota State University (5.00)
Escuela Universitaria de Diseño e Ingeniería de Barcelona - ELISAVA: wins 0/5 categories
Swiss Montreux Business School - SMBS: wins 0/5 categories
Dire-Dawa University: wins 0/5 categories
Gomal University: wins 0/5 categories
Elms College: wins 0/5 categories
JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research - JSS: wins 1/5 categories
North Dakota State University: wins 4/5 categories
Comparing
diredawa, Ethiopia
3.50
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4 reviews
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Best programme: Architectural Engineering
dera ismail khan, Pakistan
3.80
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9 reviews
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Best programme: Telecommunication Systems
chiopee,Massachusetts, United States
Not rated
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Best programme: Pharmacy
North Dakota, United States
5.00
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Best programme: Journalism and Mass Communication
Category ratings
Facilities
2.40
Not rated
1.75
3.22
Not rated
4.00
5.00
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Location
3.60
Not rated
2.75
3.30
Not rated
5.00
Win
3.00
Professors
3.20
Not rated
3.00
3.56
Not rated
4.00
5.00
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Internationality
2.20
Not rated
1.50
3.78
Not rated
3.00
4.00
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Student life
2.60
Not rated
1.75
4.00
Not rated
5.00
5.00
Value
2.00
Not rated
2.75
3.44
Not rated
4.00
4.00
Accommodation
2.00
Not rated
2.25
3.11
Not rated
3.00
5.00
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Strong practical application of ideas and broad skill development.
  • +Networking opportunities with professionals and career support.
  • +Collaborative and supportive learning environment with a family atmosphere.

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  • +Limited course offerings and facilities.
  • +Exceptional teaching quality and supportive, knowledgeable staff
  • +Enhanced communication and language skills development
  • +Positive and friendly learning environment fostering personal growth

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  • +High-quality education and modern facilities
  • +Diverse program offerings
  • +Excellent student life
  • +Caring professors and friendly, intelligent people
  • +Abundant opportunities for student involvement and diverse academic paths
Cons
  • -Lack of practical relevance and focus on conceptual theory over skills.
  • -Insufficient support and high costs for perceived low value education.
  • -Poor administrative support and absence of clear assessment feedback.

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  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a common complaint.
  • -Course content is often perceived as irrelevant or poorly delivered.
  • -Administrative & management issues
  • -Disorganized student bodies & frequent campus closures
  • -Lack of proper classes & curriculum adherence

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  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are often criticized.
  • -Lack of engagement and uninspiring teaching methods are disliked.
  • -Poor communication and administrative issues.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources.
  • -Lack of engagement and ineffective teaching methods.
Rating summary
What students say

Student feedback reveals mixed perceptions. The university excels in **location**, earning a strong 3.6. Conversely, **accommodation** and **value** are identified as significant weaknesses, both scoring a low 2. Professors and student life also received moderate scores, suggesting areas for improvement. Internationality and facilities were also rated below average.

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This institution presents a mixed bag of ratings. Its strongest areas include Professor quality and Value, both scoring a respectable 2.75, with Location also performing well at 2.75. Conversely, the university struggles significantly with Internationality (1.5), Facilities (1.75), and Student Life (1.75), indicating key areas for potential improvement. Accommodations are moderately rated at 2.25.

Student life stands out as a particularly strong point, receiving the highest rating. Conversely, accommodation appears to be the weakest area. Other categories, including facilities, professors, location, internationality, and value, received moderately positive scores, suggesting a well-rounded, though not uniformly exceptional, university experience.

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This institution demonstrates considerable strengths in its **location** and **student life**, both receiving top marks. **Facilities** and **professors** also score well, indicating a generally positive academic and campus experience. However, the university's **accommodation** and **internationality** are areas that may require attention, as they are rated lower than other aspects. Overall, the **value** proposition appears solid, with a respectable rating in this important category.

Overall, this institution garners exceptionally high marks in crucial areas. Facilities, professors, student life, accommodation, and value all received perfect or near-perfect scores, indicating a superior educational and living experience. Its weakest point lies in its location, which received a moderate rating, suggesting it may not be ideal for everyone. Internationality is also a strong suit, though not as dominant as other areas.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Half of reviews are negative, citing a lack of practical skills and overwhelming costs. Positive feedback highlights valuable industry connections, creative opportunities, and a supportive atmosphere. The average rating is 2.83/5.

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With an average rating of 3.5/5, university reviews are predominantly positive (~100%). Students highlight a lack of essential facilities and departments.

University reviews are largely positive (~74% of feedback), praising effective education and staff support. About 11% of feedback noted concerns about management and curriculum adherence.

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With a 4/5 average rating from one review, positive feedback (~100%) highlights impressive student life and quality education. Students appreciate modern, well-equipped facilities and a diverse range of programs. No negative feedback was recorded.

With an average rating of 5/5, all feedback is positive. Students praise caring professors and a friendly, intelligent community. The campus offers numerous opportunities like on-campus jobs and minoring alongside majors.

Rating distribution
5★
17%
0%
25%
33%
0%
0%
100%
4★
33%
0%
0%
33%
0%
100%
0%
3★
0%
0%
75%
22%
0%
0%
0%
2★
17%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
33%
0%
0%
11%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Creativity

The way the Departments treat the students are notable and the situation of the University in one of the most important and old part of the city, as well the projects are interesting, we capture all the essence and bring with as a lugagge of experiences

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For all

This university is not very good it doesn't have a toilet and shower and then it doesn't contain all departments like a agriculture and computer engineering it doesn't have adequate and clean water it is not.

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