Nazarbayev University - NU vs University of the Free State - UFS UV vs Macalester College vs Khoja Akhmet Yassawi University vs International University of Tourism and Hospitality

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Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: New Brunswick Community College (5.00)
Nazarbayev University - NU: wins 0/2 categories
University of the Free State - UFS UV: wins 1/2 categories
Macalester College: wins 0/2 categories
Khoja Akhmet Yassawi University: wins 1/2 categories
International University of Tourism and Hospitality: wins 0/2 categories
Karatina University - Karu: wins 0/2 categories
New Brunswick Community College: wins 0/2 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Chemistry
Best programme: Bachelor of Arts in Social Science
Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States
4.40
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Best programme: Computer Engineering and Informatics
Best programme: Agricultural Science
Best programme: Marketing
Category ratings
Facilities
4.59
4.49
4.25
5.00
Not rated
4.00
5.00
Location
3.97
4.17
Win
3.61
4.00
Not rated
4.08
4.00
Professors
4.45
4.34
4.50
4.00
Not rated
4.50
4.00
Internationality
4.36
3.83
4.61
5.00
Not rated
4.00
5.00
Student life
4.58
4.54
4.39
5.00
Not rated
4.15
5.00
Value
4.52
4.61
4.44
5.00
Not rated
4.29
5.00
Accommodation
4.63
4.00
4.29
5.00
Win
Not rated
4.23
1.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Engaging teaching with real-world relevance
  • +Supportive and expert faculty
  • +Enriching campus life and culture
  • +Supportive and knowledgeable lecturers
  • +Inclusive and vibrant campus environment
  • +Strong academic programs and focus on student success
  • +Outstanding and dedicated faculty.
  • +Strong sense of community and inclusivity.
  • +Abundant resources and engagement opportunities.
  • +Great campus and facilities
  • +Endless opportunities and unforgettable experiences
  • +Lifelong friendships

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  • +Passionate, supportive, and professional lecturers.
  • +Engaging academic programs and personal development.
  • +Vibrant campus life and welcoming community.
  • +Diverse student body and extracurricular involvement opportunities
  • +Practical experience through student union and marketing department work
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from instructors is a recurring problem.
  • -Inadequate and outdated facilities.
  • -Poor communication and administrative support.
  • -Lack of opportunities and insufficient academic resources.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology hinder learning.
  • -Lack of student support and communication is a recurring concern.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance detract from the learning environment.
  • -Ineffective teaching and a lack of academic support are major concerns.

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  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment detract from the learning experience.
  • -Poor communication and lack of support create a sense of neglect.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder the learning experience.
  • -Lack of essential resources and poor support services are common complaints.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution receives excellent feedback, particularly for its **Accomodation**, which is rated the highest at 4.625. **Facilities** and **Student Life** also score remarkably well, both above 4.57. Conversely, **Location** emerges as the lowest-rated aspect, with a score of 3.97. Other areas like Professors, Internationality, and Value are all rated favorably above 4.36.

This institution garners excellent marks, particularly in **Student Life** and **Value**, both exceeding 4.5. **Facilities** also score highly at 4.49. The university's weakest area is **Internationality**, rated at 3.83, suggesting room for improvement in global engagement. Other categories, including **Professors**, **Location**, and **Accomodation**, fall within a solid range of 4 to 4.34.

This university garners strong marks across several key areas. Internationality stands out as its highest-rated category. Students also report positive experiences with Professors, Student Life, Value, and Accommodations. Facilities are rated well, though slightly lower than these top performers. Location, while still a decent score, represents the weakest aspect of the university's profile according to these ratings.

This institution receives outstanding marks in several key areas, notably Facilities, Student Life, Accomodation, Internationality, and Value, all earning a perfect 5. Professors are rated highly at 4, representing its strongest performance alongside the excellent student experience and resources. The university also scores well for Location, with a solid 4. Its weakest area, relatively speaking, is its faculty, though still a strong rating.

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Overall, the university garners strong ratings across multiple aspects. The strongest area appears to be **Value**, receiving the highest score. **Professors** and **Accomodation** also score very well. The weakest area, while still positive, is **Facilities**, which received the lowest score among the surveyed categories. The university presents a generally favorable profile with a clear standout in terms of its perceived value.

Exceptional scores highlight key strengths in facilities, student life, internationality, and overall value, all receiving a perfect 5. Professors and location also perform well, earning solid 4s. The university's weakest area, however, is accommodation, receiving a significantly lower rating of 1.

Reviews summary
Highlights

University reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~100%), with a 4.43 average rating. Students praise well-rounded education, engaging professors, lively campus life, and excellent facilities.

With an average rating of 4.46/5 from 41 reviews, ~90% of feedback is positive. Students highlight academic excellence, great lecturers, and a positive campus environment. There are no negative reviews provided.

With ~100% positive feedback and an average rating of 4.44/5, students highlight outstanding professors, abundant resources, and a strong sense of community. Small class sizes foster deep connections, and diverse campus events offer ample skill-building and networking opportunities.

With a 4/5 average rating and no negative feedback, this university is highly regarded. Students praise the campus and facilities, with one noting endless opportunities and an unforgettable experience.

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With a ~86% positive sentiment (12 of 14 reviews), students praise knowledgeable professors, engaging classes, vibrant campus life, and a strong sense of community. A few noted areas for facility improvement.

With one review, the university has a perfect 5/5 rating. The sole feedback highlighted positive interactions with diverse personalities, contributing to skill development, and engagement with the Student Union. No negative feedback was received.

Rating distribution
5★
46%
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44%
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36%
100%
4★
51%
34%
56%
100%
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3★
3%
10%
0%
0%
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14%
0%
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0%
0%
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1★
0%
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Most useful review
Most liked
Master of Public Administration

I am a graduate of Master in Public Administration, year of 2019. The program was amazing as well as academic team of the School of Public Policy. The program is designed for working professionals with various backgrounds and interests which makes this program unique. Your groupmates are going to be from different age groups and work environments, but they will all share the same goal of succeeding in their career as well as sharpening their skills. Also this kind of diverse environment gives you a great chance to learn about other’s experiences and grasp an opinion on how dilemmas in civil service or public policy are solved in their organizations and companies. Professor’s were great from the very first day, and became our friends by the end of the program. All the books and materials used were in compliance with the international best practices and this opinion comes from a person who did his bachelor’s in California back in 2015. If you are seeking for a program that can challenge your professionalism do not hesitate to apply for this program or choose NU as your next place to start your studies.

Level of education

UFS is a beautiful university, its level of education is amazing, quality and high. Another thing I like about it is diversity of students and teachers who are attending this university. I highly recommend it.

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