American University - AU vs CUNY College of Staten Island vs Egyptian Russian University vs Central University of Himachal Pradesh vs SASTRA Deemed University

Side-by-side comparison from 130 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Midlands State University (4.60)
American University - AU: wins 0/7 categories
CUNY College of Staten Island: wins 2/7 categories
Egyptian Russian University: wins 1/7 categories
Central University of Himachal Pradesh: wins 0/7 categories
SASTRA Deemed University: wins 0/7 categories
Midlands State University: wins 0/7 categories
Université du Lac Tanganyika: wins 4/7 categories
Comparing
Washington, D.C., United States
4.10
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109 reviews
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Best programme: American Studies
New York City, United States
4.50
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2 reviews
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Best programme: Nursing
Best programme: Electronics and Telecommunication
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Best programme: Peace and Conflict Studies
Bujumbura-Mairie, Rwanda
4.00
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1 reviews
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Best programme: Computer Science
Category ratings
Facilities
4.24
4.50
3.00
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Not rated
4.00
5.00
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Location
4.26
4.00
2.00
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4.38
5.00
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Professors
4.40
4.50
5.00
Win
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4.29
4.00
Internationality
4.09
4.00
3.00
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3.82
5.00
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Student life
4.28
3.50
3.00
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Not rated
4.31
5.00
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Value
4.26
4.50
Win
3.00
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4.47
3.00
Accommodation
4.12
5.00
Win
1.00
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Not rated
4.20
4.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Engaging and inspiring professors
  • +Positive and driven student atmosphere
  • +Strategic location near a major city
  • +Accessible programs and clear admission requirements
  • +Supportive and knowledgeable faculty
  • +Rich and diverse program offerings
  • +Strong international focus and challenging courses
  • +Dedicated faculty and close-knit community
  • +Unique educational experience

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  • +Top-tier lecturers and strong academic programmes
  • +Diverse student body and international exposure
  • +Opportunities for growth and career preparation
  • +Dedicated teaching staff
  • +Accessible higher education
  • +Modest infrastructure and resources
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues create confusion and frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor upkeep detract from the learning environment.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from staff is a recurring problem.
  • -Poor communication and disorganized administration.
  • -Uninspiring curriculum and teaching quality.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources.
  • -Students dislike administrative and management issues.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a common complaint.
  • -Lack of resources and limited course availability frustrate students.

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  • -Administrative & management issues are a significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are consistently criticized.
  • -Lack of communication and unresponsiveness from staff are major complaints.
  • -Poor administrative support and unclear communication.
  • -Insufficient resources and outdated learning materials.
  • -Limited career services and job prospects.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution garners high marks across the board, with its professors being the most highly rated area. Student life also scores very favorably, reflecting a positive campus experience. While the overall ratings are strong, accommodation and internationality represent the lower-scoring aspects of the university's performance.

An overall strong performance is evident, with exceptional scores for Facilities and Professors, both at 4.5. Accommodations stand out as a particular strength, receiving a perfect score of 5. The university also scores well in Location and Internationality, with a rating of 4. Student Life is identified as a weaker area, scoring 3.5. Value for money is also highly regarded, at 4.5.

This institution demonstrates significant strengths in faculty quality, receiving a perfect score. However, it faces considerable challenges regarding accommodation, which received the lowest possible rating. Facilities, student life, internationality, and overall value are rated moderately. The location is also identified as a weaker area, with a score of two.

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This institution demonstrates a strong overall performance, with its **Value** and **Location** standing out as particularly high-rated areas. **Student Life**, **Accomodation**, and **Professors** also received very positive scores, indicating a well-rounded experience. The **Facilities** are rated well, though slightly lower than these top-performing categories. The **Internationality** score represents the weakest area in this assessment.

This institution excels in several key areas, boasting perfect scores for its facilities, location, student life, and internationality. However, its value proposition received a lower rating of 3, suggesting a potential area for improvement. Professors and accommodation also scored well with a rating of 4.

Reviews summary
Highlights

With 109 reviews and an average of 4.09/5, ~93% of feedback is positive, highlighting driven students, engaging material, and great professors. A small amount of feedback notes a potentially confusing admissions process.

Based on two reviews, the average rating is 4.5/5. All feedback was positive, highlighting ease of entry into the nursing program and the art department's valuable teaching artists and rich cultural environment.

The sole review for Egyptian Russian University is positive, with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Positive feedback highlights the international focus and challenging courses, though minor administrative issues were noted.

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University reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with a 4.65 average rating. ~94% of feedback highlights top-tier lecturers, a nurturing learning culture, and diverse student experiences. A small amount of feedback (~6%) notes challenges with accommodation security and booking policies.

Based on one review, the university receives a 4/5 rating. ~100% of feedback is positive, with students appreciating dedicated staff. Some desire modernized infrastructure and expanded academic offerings.

Rating distribution
5★
17%
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71%
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4★
76%
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100%
0%
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24%
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3★
7%
0%
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6%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
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1★
0%
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