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Side-by-side comparison from 66 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Forward College (4.90)
Technical University of Berlin - TU Berlin: wins 0/7 categories
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology - KIT: wins 1/7 categories
University of Heidelberg: wins 0/7 categories
Hof University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/7 categories
Friedensau Adventist University: wins 0/7 categories
Schiller International University: wins 1/7 categories
Forward College: wins 5/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Chemical Engineering
Best programme: Chemical Engineering
Heidelberg, Germany
4.30
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9 reviews
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Best programme: Molecular Biology
Best programme: Global Management
Tampa, Florida, United States
4.60
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14 reviews
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Best programme: BA International Relations and Diplomacy
Paris, France
4.90
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16 reviews
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Best programme: Politics and International Relations
Category ratings
Facilities
4.00
4.50
Win
4.29
4.00
Not rated
3.92
4.47
Location
3.94
4.67
4.71
3.50
Not rated
4.93
5.00
Win
Professors
4.06
4.00
4.14
4.00
Not rated
4.64
5.00
Win
Internationality
4.22
4.17
4.14
3.50
Not rated
4.93
Win
4.75
Student life
4.06
3.83
4.14
3.50
Not rated
4.15
4.73
Win
Value
4.00
4.50
4.29
4.50
Not rated
4.29
4.63
Win
Accommodation
3.71
3.67
3.71
3.00
Not rated
3.62
4.33
Win
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Expert and supportive faculty
  • +Practical application and research focus
  • +Flexible learning and vibrant student life
  • +Extensive course customization and specialization options
  • +Strong career support, networking, and good professors
  • +Accessible campus and vibrant student life
  • +Engaging and patient-oriented learning experiences
  • +Welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of community
  • +Rewarding academic programs and inspiring faculty
  • +Exceptional teaching faculty and quality of teaching
  • +Unique international student experience and diverse programs
  • +Clear and fast-paced learning environment

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  • +Diverse student and educator backgrounds
  • +Opportunities for personal and career growth
  • +Supportive and organized academic environment
  • +Engaging learning environment with interactive methods
  • +Diverse and international student community
  • +Unique multi-city European study experience
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues are frequently cited.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources are a common complaint.
  • -Lack of effective teaching and support is a recurring problem.
  • -Disorganized university systems and lack of breaks.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring problem.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a common complaint.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support frustrates students.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -Inconsistent teaching quality and lack of support are major concerns.

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  • -Limited extracurriculars and career opportunities.
  • -Poor quality of facilities and overall environment.
  • -Lack of academic rigor and student engagement.
  • -Administrative & management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment are a concern.
  • -Lack of transparency and communication is prevalent.
Rating summary
What students say

With an overall rating of 4, this institution demonstrates commendable strengths in **Internationality** (4.22) and **Student Life** (4.06), alongside solid scores for **Professors** and **Value**. Its **Accomodation** presents the area with the lowest score (3.71), suggesting potential for improvement in this aspect.

Overall, this institution garners a positive reception, particularly excelling in its **facilities** and **location**, both scoring very highly. **Value** also receives strong marks. The university's **student life** and **accommodation** are areas with room for improvement, scoring the lowest among the evaluated aspects. Its **professors** and **internationality** are rated solidly in the mid-range.

This institution receives its highest marks for **Location**, with an impressive rating of 4.71. Facilities and Value also score well, both at 4.29. Conversely, **Accomodation** stands out as the lowest-rated aspect, coming in at 3.71. Professors, Student Life, and Internationality are all rated similarly at 4.14, indicating a good, though not exceptional, standing in these areas.

This institution achieves excellent scores in **Facilities** and **Professors**, both receiving a 4 out of 5. Its **Value** is particularly impressive, standing at a high 4.5. The university also garners solid mid-range ratings in **Location**, **Student Life**, and **Internationality** (all 3.5). Conversely, **Accomodation** stands out as the weakest area, with a rating of 3.

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The university exhibits exceptional strengths in its location and internationality, both scoring a near-perfect 4.93. Professors also receive high marks at 4.64, complemented by strong student life (4.15) and value (4.29). The weakest areas are facilities, rated at 3.92, and accommodation, which received a 3.62.

This university garners excellent reviews, particularly excelling in its **professors and location**, both achieving perfect scores. Student life and internationality also stand out with scores above 4.7. Areas with slightly lower, though still strong, ratings include **facilities and accommodation**. Overall, the university presents a well-rounded positive student experience with high marks across most aspects.

Reviews summary
Highlights

With a 4/5 average rating from 19 reviews, students praise strong academics, particularly in STEM fields, and appreciate research focus and practical application. Positive feedback highlights well-prepared professors and diverse learning opportunities. No negative feedback was reported.

Most reviews are positive (~83%), praising excellent education, course customization, and networking opportunities. A small portion (~17%) mentions disorganization and lack of breaks.

With ~89% positive feedback, student reviews highlight strong medical and science programs. They praise patient-oriented classes, engaging lab sessions, and a welcoming atmosphere with good professors. There are no negative reviews.

With an average rating of 4.5/5 and 100% positive feedback, students praise the university's international environment and high-quality teaching faculty. There are no negative reviews.

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University reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with 13 out of 14 (93%) giving high ratings. Students praise the diverse educators and peer networks, cultural exposure, and opportunities for personal and academic growth. A small percentage of feedback (around 7%) mentions a lack of extracurricular activities and internship availability for earlier years.

Students highly praise the interactive learning, international community, and opportunities for academic and personal growth. There are no negative reviews.

Rating distribution
5★
21%
67%
44%
50%
0%
71%
94%
4★
58%
17%
44%
50%
0%
21%
6%
3★
21%
0%
11%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
0%
17%
0%
0%
0%
7%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
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Good eduction, excellent research, could care more for its students

I study physics. The education is really good as far as I can judge on it. The variety of research fields is gigantic and the reputation is excellent. The city is awesome, too. I only give 4 stars because the university does not care for any student organisations or student life at all.

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The cultural mix and the great atmosphere.

I loved being at Schiller in Heidelberg. The setting and the city were very serene and the exposure to all those students and teachers from such different and diverse backgrounds was a great learning experience. Additionally, the ease of accessing the Schiller campuses in the other countries was a great additional bonus to studying at Schiller. I would most definitely recommend Schiller to other students who are looking for a very culturally fulfilling experience.

Great modern university approach

I am currently a 3rd year student at Forward College and I have thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would recommend it to other students. The interactive approach of Forward where questions, debate, and discussion were encouraged enhanced my learning so much and I feel like I genuinely enjoyed every class. Having the experience of living in 3 different cultures, surrounded by people from all over the world made this experience even more special and helped me develop and grow in so many ways. Another aspect I have loved are the professors. Speaking with friends at other university I am so grateful to have teachers that actually know us, are excited to teach and interact with us, and will always take the time to help you.

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