Sivas Cumhuriyet University vs Nelson Mandela University vs Technical University of Mombasa - TUM vs University of Marikina - PLMAR vs College of Nursing Sciences Asaba

Side-by-side comparison from 135 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Kenya Coast National Polytechnic (5.00)
Sivas Cumhuriyet University: wins 0/5 categories
Nelson Mandela University: wins 2/5 categories
Technical University of Mombasa - TUM: wins 0/5 categories
University of Marikina - PLMAR: wins 1/5 categories
College of Nursing Sciences Asaba: wins 0/5 categories
Kenya Coast National Polytechnic: wins 2/5 categories
Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur: wins 0/5 categories
Comparing
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
4.40
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108 reviews
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Best programme: Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
Best programme: Mathematics and Computer Science
Best programme: Bachelor of Business Administration
Best programme: Civil Engineering
Category ratings
Facilities
Not rated
4.12
Win
3.67
3.67
1.00
4.00
Not rated
Location
Not rated
4.54
4.23
5.00
4.00
5.00
Not rated
Professors
Not rated
4.21
4.14
4.33
Win
1.00
4.00
Not rated
Internationality
Not rated
3.84
3.05
3.33
1.00
5.00
Win
Not rated
Student life
Not rated
4.18
3.82
5.00
4.00
5.00
Not rated
Value
Not rated
4.38
Win
4.14
4.33
2.00
4.00
Not rated
Accommodation
Not rated
3.80
3.59
3.67
2.00
4.00
Win
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros

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  • +Welcoming and inclusive environment with strong student support.
  • +Balanced student life, including vibrant cultural, sporting, and social initiatives.
  • +Excellent faculty and well-designed programs.
  • +Supportive, friendly lecturers and useful, real-world curriculum
  • +Conducive learning environment with good facilities and moderate fees
  • +Prime coastal location and positive campus atmosphere
  • +Supportive environment fostering self-confidence and personal growth
  • +Diverse course offerings and accessible, free tuition
  • +Engaging professors who nurture potential
  • +Engaging teaching and supportive instructors.
  • +Relevant curriculum and practical learning.
  • +Positive campus atmosphere and student life.
  • +Practical, industry-based training
  • +Modern facilities and resources
  • +Competent, job-ready graduates

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Cons

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  • -Administrative and management issues, including delays in prize money and bureaucratic hurdles.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of adequate resources.
  • -Perceived lack of support and engagement from lecturers.
  • -Lack of practical experience and institutional partnerships.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder learning.
  • -Poor communication and lack of support are prevalent.
  • -Outdated and poorly maintained facilities.
  • -Pervasive low morale among students and staff.
  • -Lack of institutional vision and innovation.
  • -Disorganized and inefficient administrative and management processes.
  • -Outdated and poorly maintained facilities.
  • -Lack of engaging teaching methods and course content.

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Rating summary
What students say

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This university demonstrates impressive strengths, particularly in its **Location**, which received the highest score, and strong showings in **Professors** and **Value**. Student life and facilities also rate well. However, **Accomodation** emerged as the lowest-rated aspect, followed by Internationality, indicating areas that could benefit from improvement to further enhance the overall student experience.

Overall, the university garners positive feedback with its strongest areas being Location and Professors, both receiving high marks. Value is also rated highly. Conversely, Internationality stands out as the weakest aspect, with a significantly lower rating compared to other categories. Facilities and Accomodation are rated moderately, while Student Life also falls into the mid-range of assessments.

An analysis of the university's ratings reveals a strong emphasis on student experience and academic quality. The institution excels in **Location** and **Student Life**, both achieving perfect scores. Professors and overall **Value** also received highly positive feedback, at 4.33. Areas for potential improvement include **Internationality**, rated at 3.33, and **Facilities** and **Accomodation**, which both scored 3.67.

This institution excels in its **Location** and **Student Life**, both receiving strong ratings of 4. Conversely, its **Facilities**, **Professors**, and **Internationality** are areas of concern, each scoring a low 1. **Accomodation** and **Value** fall in the middle, with scores of 2. Overall, the university offers a positive social and geographical experience, but faces significant challenges in academic and infrastructure support.

This institution garners excellent marks, particularly excelling in **Location**, **Student Life**, and **Internationality**, all receiving a perfect score. Facilities, Professors, Accommodation, and Value are also strong areas, each rated a solid 4. The standout areas demonstrate a vibrant and well-connected campus experience, while the other categories reflect a high-quality and rewarding educational investment.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

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With an average rating of 4.4/5 from 108 reviews, ~92% of feedback is positive, praising vibrant student life, innovative environment, and helpful staff. A single negative review noted slow administration and weak job placements.

With an average rating of 4.09/5 from 22 reviews, ~82% are positive, highlighting friendly lecturers, useful courses, and good facilities. A small fraction (~4.6%) of feedback noted insufficient practical exposure and institutional partnerships for technical courses.

With an average rating of 4/5, reviews highlight a positive learning environment, encouragement of self-expression, and valuable life skills. Some students also noted the availability of various courses and professors who foster growth.

One review indicates a 2/5 rating, suggesting significant dissatisfaction. The feedback highlights issues with the state of disrepair in classrooms, hostels, and labs, alongside concerns about poor sanitation and overcrowded living conditions.

With a 5/5 average rating, feedback is overwhelmingly positive. The single review highlights the institution's reputation, diverse course offerings with a practical focus, and modern facilities. No negative feedback was provided.

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Rating distribution
5★
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32%
33%
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4★
0%
40%
50%
33%
0%
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3★
0%
8%
14%
33%
0%
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2★
0%
0%
5%
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100%
0%
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1★
0%
1%
0%
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Most useful review
Most liked

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I liked it's location and how they handled the education system, good engineering faculty, the inclusive vibes, and less protest drama what I disliked is the slow administration, weak job placements,

STUDENT SUPPORT

It's a friendly environment to be in since it's located near the coastal beach, the top management usually offer spiritual growth and motivation to all students regardless of ones' faith or color. Also the tuition fees are moderate.

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Generally Poor

Classrooms, hostels, and labs are in a state of disrepair, with broken windows, leaking roofs, and cracked walls. Toilets are often unusable due to filth, blocked sewage, or lack of running water. Hostels may be overcrowded and dirty. Low Morale both students and staff feel demoralized, unmotivated, and detached from the institution’s success. Lack of Innovation,No initiatives for growth, research, or community development. The institution stagnates with no vision for improvement.

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