Berklee College of Music vs Boston University - BU vs Hult International Business School vs Northeastern University vs Tufts University

Side-by-side comparison from 235 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Tie
Berklee College of Music: wins 2/7 categories
Boston University - BU: wins 1/7 categories
Hult International Business School: wins 1/7 categories
Northeastern University: wins 3/7 categories
Tufts University: wins 0/7 categories
ISDI Madrid Digital Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences - MCPHS: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
4.50
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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
4.50
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47 reviews
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Best programme: Nursing
Grafton, Massachusetts, United States
4.10
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36 reviews
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Best programme: Biochemistry
Category ratings
Facilities
2.50
4.37
4.12
4.61
Win
4.29
Not rated
Not rated
Location
Not rated
4.56
4.58
4.74
Win
4.26
Not rated
Not rated
Professors
5.00
Win
4.45
4.47
4.42
4.14
Not rated
Not rated
Internationality
4.50
4.49
4.77
Win
4.55
4.25
Not rated
Not rated
Student life
2.50
4.27
4.18
4.56
Win
4.12
Not rated
Not rated
Value
4.50
Win
4.35
4.13
4.46
4.08
Not rated
Not rated
Accommodation
2.50
4.22
Win
3.25
4.20
4.15
Not rated
Not rated
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
  • +Practical experience through co-op programs
  • +Dedicated and expert faculty
  • +Vibrant campus and community life
  • +Passionate and expert faculty
  • +Vibrant and supportive student community
  • +Excellent facilities and campus environment

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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.
  • -Administrative and management issues are frequent complaints.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of necessary resources are often mentioned.
  • -Poor communication and a lack of student support are recurring problems.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology hinder the learning experience.
  • -A lack of support and clear communication from staff is a common complaint.

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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 university presents a strong showing across various metrics, with **Location** emerging as its highest-rated aspect at 4.74. **Facilities** also score very well, at 4.61. The university's **Value** is a solid performer at 4.46, alongside **Student Life** (4.56) and **Internationality** (4.55). **Accomodation** received the lowest rating at 4.2, indicating room for improvement in this area.

Across various metrics, this university demonstrates a strong overall performance. Its facilities stand out as a key strength, alongside a highly-rated location. While student life and value received slightly lower scores, they remain competitive, indicating a well-rounded educational experience.

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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.

Northeastern University is highly praised for its strong co-op program (~100% of feedback) and emphasis on experiential learning. Students highlight academic excellence and a supportive community. No negative feedback was recorded.

All 36 reviews are positive, averaging 4.11/5. Students praise the strong sense of community, excellent faculty, and vibrant campus life. There is no negative feedback.

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Rating distribution
5★
50%
29%
53%
47%
11%
0%
0%
4★
50%
65%
30%
53%
89%
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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