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Choosing this dental program was one of the best decisions I’ve made. From day one, I felt welcomed, supported, and encouraged to grow. The program gave me the knowledge, hands-on experience, and confidence I needed, but what made it truly special were the amazing instructors. Thank you to Ms. Sullivan and Ms. Kathy. They genuinely care about their student’s success and always go above and beyond to help us learn. They are patient, kind, and always willing to answer questions or offer extra guidance when we need it. Their encouragement and belief in their students made such a positive impact on my experience and gave me the confidence to keep pushing forward.

Amazing school! The teachers are dedicated, the staff is friendly, and the learning environment is top‑tier. I’ve had nothing but positive experiences here. Highly recommend espically the dental program the amazing women who teach this class. Ms. Sullivan teaches really good!!!

I had a really great experience at Pima Medical Institute. From the moment I started, I felt welcomed and supported by both the instructors and staff. Everyone genuinely wants to see students succeed, and the environment made learning feel encouraging and motivating. The teachers were knowledgeable, patient, and always willing to help whenever I had questions. I also appreciated how hands-on the program was and how much effort the school puts into preparing students for their future careers. I made amazing memories here and met some incredible people along the way. I’m truly grateful for my time at Pima and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to continue their education in a supportive environment.

I am so grateful to have had Mrs.Sullivan and Ms.Kathy as my instructor. They are, hands down, the best educators I have ever had. Their passion for dentistry is infectious, and they have a unique way of making complex microbiology and clinical protocols easy to understand and even fun to learn. Beyond the lectures, they truly care about every student’s success, often going above and beyond to provide mentorship and career advice. Mrs.Sullivan and Ms.Kathy don’t just teach you how to assist; they teach you how to be a professional. I feel so lucky to have learned from the best in the business!

I am a student at Pima in the dental assistant program. I drive about an hour and a half every day to class and I’ll say it’s worth it. Mrs.Sullivan and Mrs.Kathy are amazing educators that motivate me to learn and become better. I really enjoy the class and would highly recommend it to anyone interested in the Field.

I am “Extremely Satisfied”. My College Advisor for The University of Phoenix (Mrs. Raygan Lopez), was Awesome throughout the whole process from beginning to the end. As well as the financial aid submission. With Mrs. Lopez the Entry application and completion of my submission for online college was not only sufficient and timely. Also the empathy and correspondence was so encouraging for me. Thank you for the opportunity to further my education.

The Paramedic program at Phoenix College is horrific! The instructors hate their job which effects the way they teach. One female student is constantly bullied in class by another female student in class. The bully shouts from across the room insulting the other that includes sexual harassment. Administration has been notified of the intensity of what is going on multiple times, yet nothing is done. Tests given are on chapters that haven’t even been given yet. These instructors are just there to get a paycheck and could careless about actually teaching. Do yourself a favor and stay away from the paramedic program at Phoenix College! P.S I am not the student that is being bullied, but me and others are absolutely sick of watching it happen and not a damn thing being done about it!

Phoenix College is amazing. It is the epitome of what a Community College should be. Great and caring staff and faculty. The campus is gorgeous and in a very convenient location. You won’t regret learning and growing here.

Try to do as much as you can online. Visiting the campus this summer is pointless. They’re running on a skeleton crew. One person named Susan was trying to work three stations at the same time and seemed to be running the whole show. Apparently office people won’t be returning to the office until July or August. Despite the lack of a line it still took 45 min. to get one thing done. If you decide to go in, don’t expect to be in and out quickly.

I’ve studied various subjects here over there years and have found the quality of instruction to be excellent. Would highly recommend! Also, many of the students are older so don’t be afraid to go back if you are in that demographic. (:

We were at the Graduation ceremony on April 2026. Thousands of people, the crowd control was impressive, from staff to students everybody was helpful and kind. It’s great the fact that is a closed campus with security check points. My granddaughter had a wonderful time at GCU.

I had a great time as an online student at GCU. I was able to double up on my classes and really worked hard to complete my MBA in 10 months. My counselors were great to me and always returned my calls. I wish I had researched this place for my undergraduate degree. I am a 3.84 GPA student and seriously considering my Doctorate here. Looking at the reviews it sounds allot like people did not have the right team behind them. I highly recommend Kimberly Lenz and Paul Brady. I graduated in April and finished up June 3rd. Thank you for a great experience. Lopes Up!

I have several family members that attend GCU or have graduated from GCU (sister, brother in law, niece, daughter, etc.). Everyone here has had a fantastic time. The faculty were all very professional, the service and support is A+. It’s great to have a Christian university that also focuses on robust online programs, master’s programs and doctorate programs. Additionally- they also offer science and engineering programs which very few Christian universities offer. Best of all, they’re affordable and put students first.

I was a first-generation college student and completed my BS in Applied Management at GCU using my military benefits, I never thought I would complete an undergrad. Thanks to GCU’s helpful team Cheri Ramo and Laurie Meidl at the time for shepherding me through the program. I did not stop there, I completed Master of Science in Leadership with emphasis in Emergency Management and Homeland Security, with the same great graduation team. After GCU built my confidence I tried my hand at a State school, the University of Oklahoma. GCU more than prepared me for the challenges I faced at OU. I decided to return in 2024 and completed my Master of Business Administration — it was a tremendous program and the most challenging one I have completed. Any time I need additional education and training I always return to GCU and recommend anyone seeking college education to attend this University. Okay, I am done glazing them now.

My son wanted to take a tour but decided it was way to hot as we are from Washington. So we asked if we could just go see the baseball field and they found someone that happily took us over. He loved it he even got a seasoned baseball.

I am currently a student studying online for my bachelor’s degree in psychology. I’ve successfully completed 4 courses since January and I just began my 5th. This is the best school to go to online if you have a busy life. It’s simple and I’ve actually learned a lot in just the 6 months I’ve been attending. I look forward to updating this review when I graduate.

I am a current student in the Master’s program and I’ve had an amazing experience from the start to current course enrollment. The key to success for myself is staying on top of your financial status, asking questions when you don’t understand and being accountable for your role as a student. My advisor is very helpful in navigating the journey and my admissions rep was on top of her responsibilities as well. I look forward to the completion of my program in November and encourage anyone who is ready to achieve their college goals to consider Phoenix.

I’m incredibly proud to have been part of the University of Phoenix community! My time here has been transformative both academically and professionally. The university’s commitment to student excellence is evident in every aspect of the program. I was honored to be recognized by the National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS), which speaks to the high academic standards and quality education provided. The faculty genuinely invest in student success and push you to achieve beyond what you thought possible. What sets University of Phoenix apart is their understanding of adult learners and working professionals. The flexible online format allowed me to balance my education with other commitments while still receiving a rigorous, high-quality education. The coursework is challenging and relevant to real-world applications. The support system here is outstanding – from academic advisors to career services, everyone is dedicated to helping students reach their goals. Being recognized for academic achievement through honors programs like NSCS shows that the university truly values and celebrates student success. I highly recommend University of Phoenix to anyone looking to advance their education and career. The skills, knowledge, and recognition I’ve gained here have been invaluable to my professional growth.

I transferred from Dallas Baptist, a very expensive private school. The quality of instruction was excellent. I wish I had a transferred out earlier. I was able to work with educators from all over the US to compare common core standards versus just working with local educators in Texas. I highly recommend transferring to Phoenix for a fraction of the cost. The graduation at Chase Field in Phoenix was great with the exception of 100 degrees outside of the air conditioned field.

Where do I begin? I decided to leave a review because I can not reach a reasonable solution dealing with classes that I’ve already taken nor financial aid. Let me say this, I regret attending this school. They have sucked my financial aid dry. Then I am scheduled to take 4 classes that I’ve already taken and passed at another accredited school with the classes being of a higher credit weight. I’ve tried to appeal, Student Services lied until they couldn’t anymore and when I was able to finally talked to someone, my appeal was denied with minutes after sending the my resume. After looking into the reasons of denial I found several ethic violations from this department with the decision based on UOP appeal policy. I also, sent an appeal to Office of Dispute Management (ODM) Resolution Services 5 days ago and no answer, so I just sent the email again. At, this point I’m out of financial aid even if I make a payment It will show up that I still owe and I’ve applied to almost every scholarship that they sent me and was denied for every last one except one and that was taken away and never offered again. They have me taken and paying for 4 classes that I’ve already taken and have proven work experience for. At this point I just want to finish ASAP. I just want out of the bad decision. I’m thinking I would’ve been better off going back to Devry or just getting a second Ass Degree in nursing some where else. Now I went from finishing in August 2026 to March of 2027 with no funding aid. SO DISAPPOINTED.

I have had a wonderful experience pursuing my Bachelor of Science in Health Administration at Brookline College. The instructors are knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely want to see their students succeed. The coursework is engaging, relevant to today’s healthcare industry, and has helped me build confidence in my knowledge and skills. One of the things I appreciate most is the flexibility of the program, which has allowed me to balance my education with my personal and professional responsibilities. The faculty provides helpful feedback and is always willing to answer questions, making the learning environment encouraging and welcoming. Overall, I would recommend Brookline College to anyone looking to further their education in healthcare. The Health Administration program has prepared me for future career opportunities while helping me grow both personally and professionally. I am proud to be a student here and look forward to completing my degree.

I would like to share my appreciation for the Dean of Nursing at the Phoenix campus, Mark Alvarez. Although he is new to the Phoenix campus, he brings a lot of experience and leadership from his previous role as a dean at another school. From the meetings and conversations I have had with him, I can already see that he is organized, knowledgeable, and truly understands what he is doing. What stands out the most is how much he genuinely cares about students. When you take the time to share your concerns with him, he listens, takes your situation seriously, and does his best to provide guidance and support. Mr. Alvarez is very approachable, helpful, and willing to work with students to help meet their needs. I believe he will be a great addition to the Phoenix campus and a valuable asset to the nursing program. I am excited to see the positive impact he will make and the support he will continue to provide to students. Thank you, Mr. Alvarez, for showing students that their concerns matter and for bringing your leadership and dedication to our campus.

I’m currently a student in the nursing program, and overall I’ve had a really positive experience here. The program can definitely be challenging, but having supportive staff makes a big difference. Assistant Dean Jennings is one of those individuals who truly goes above and beyond for students. Her support and dedication do not go unnoticed, and you can tell she genuinely cares and wants students to succeed. Whenever I’ve had questions or needed help, she’s been there and has made things feel a lot less stressful. The faculty overall are approachable, understanding, and take the time to listen and guide students when they need help. I’ve consistently felt supported, and that has made a big difference in my experience in the program.

I would love to share a positive review for Brookline College! I am currently pursuing my degree in Nursing and I am very grateful for the support I have received from the admissions team! I want give a shoutout to Kaleigh Marks for helping me get into the program and my classes. From the beginning, Kaleigh was absolutely amazing! She is very caring, kind, and approachable and genuinely cares for the students she helps. She was always there to answer any questions I had, explains everything clearly, and made sure that I also understood everything! She is incredibly kind, approachable, and professional and she genuinely cared for her students that she helps. She always took the time to listen to what I had to say and communicate back and she made me feel very supportive! She made sure to check on me and see how I was doing and updated me on everything! I truly appreciate everything Kaleigh has done to help me take this big step into becoming a future nurse. I would also like to shoutout Luis Ivan Plascencia for helping me with my financial aid stuff as well! He was very through in explaining any details with my financial aid and answered every question I had professionally! He made sure to provide multiple ways for me to cover my cost for tuition for Brookline and helped me pick the best option! If you are looking into going to Brookline College, I highly recommended this college due to the fantastic team I’ve met and talked to so far! My experience with the admissions team has been so wonderful and I am just truly excited to take my first step into the Nursing program. Thank you again to Kaleigh Marks and Luis Ivan Plascencia for helping me get started in my journey! You both are truly amazing and I am so thankful for everything you’ve done for me!

I want to start by recognizing Mr. James. He is truly amazing at what he does. He is the main reason I decided to come back and finish my associate’s degree. I was very skeptical about enrolling because of past experiences I had with another college, but he changed that for me. Mr. James never gives up on his students. He checks in regularly, stays honest, and follows through on everything he says. I graduated in April with my associate’s degree, and now I am continuing into my bachelor’s program, all because of his encouragement and belief in me. He constantly reminded me not to give up on my goals, and that really stayed with me. For financial services, Sophia has been incredible. She truly goes above and beyond for the students she works with. She helped make my transition into my bachelor’s program smooth and stress-free. What I appreciate most is that she takes her time to explain everything clearly. She does not rush you or pressure you into making decisions. Instead, she makes sure you understand all your options, even if loans are not the best fit. Her attitude and the way she communicates make you feel comfortable and supported, which is very important during this process. I also want to recognize Ms. Bridget from Career Services. She has been such a big help. She assisted me with preparing for mock interviews and helped improve my resume. She has excellent customer service, and she is always kind, patient, and willing to answer any questions. She makes you feel confident and prepared for the next steps in your career. Overall, I would rate Brookline College a 10 out of 10. My experience has been very positive, and I would recommend it to anyone who is looking to start or continue their career.

Paradise Valley very beautiful city tons of restaurants. Love it.

Absolute joke, advisors have been yet to set me up with a comprehensive link between my portals and them. After months and months of waiting I got a pdf in an email. Nothing that actually correlates to portals the school uses. Biggest issue… the veteran centers. I have battled with them and the school to get my records correct for instate tuition since December 2025 as of this post I’m still fighting it. I also missed out on thousands in financial aid that I rely on as a disabled vet going full time to school due to the failed help in processing the right forms on the right timeline. I am utterly appalled at the actual care put into students attending this college. Update on the phone call, my ID although verified for instate tuition I did everything correct on my end…. They FINALLY updated it according to them they had to message some people to check it? Wow…. So unless you want to sit on the phone for hours before and even during your semesters stressing about enrollment and finances, I would not attend this college.

Shout out to Annabelle A at the KSC! She helped me with an over payment at the fitness center. A quick check of the computer showed the overage. She explained the refund process, filled out the form and submitted it. Thank you Miss Annabelle.

I know first hand the faculty and staff are completely dedicated in providing a first rate education, tjey have a lot of pride and genuinely do all they can for their students to be successful

Great college and campus! Our youngest son attended PVCC, then transferred 64 credits earned to ASU toward his B.S degree. Tuition at PVCC is reasonable and in our experience, credits are easily transferred. We enjoy seeing shows at PVCC. Most recently we attended An Evening of Latin Music and Dance at the CPA Mainstage Theater. Excellent show and it was free to attend!

The best school with excellent teachers, I love studying there and it’s a very nice campus.

My son registered for a class today in person. The registration process was easy and everyone was super helpful. The admission person went above and beyond and helped us beyond registration. Plus, the campus is so beautiful. Great experience all around.

First things first, many of the professors are great. Most are passionate about what they teach, and it reflects in their feedback for certain work turned in. Secondly, they don’t hold a TON of events, but they hold enough. I recently went to a resume building workshop, and it was very informational. There’s a couple more I plan to attend, but overall I am very satisfied being here 🙂

I’m very thankful to the Route to Relief program and Maricopa Community College District for helping me build my skills. The financial help from the program paid for important expenses, so I could concentrate on my classes. Because of this, I earned my EMT certification, which opened the door to more job options in areas that really need workers. This has made my job search a lot less stressful. Thank you again for this amazing chance to grow!

Returning MCCD student and I got to say the services here are atrocious, I tried signing up for classes and it took the advisor 1 week to email me back and then said she would not be able to get back to until next week, meaning I missed the deadline to sign up for that semester. I waited until classes opened back up and went in person and waited around for 30 minutes while student workers and employees decorated the office and it was dead inside, like 20 employees and maybe 3 students. I strategically planned to come at a time when there would be dead, so I could go in and out, but boy was I wrong, it was not busy and I still did not get any assistance. The student worker at the triage was very kind and nice and was shocked I was not helped after 10min and 20mins of checking with them, after 30 min I ended up walking out and will be pursuing alternative education paths. Getting help here is an absolute joke, I was able to figure everything out that I needed using chat gpt, and all I needed were signatures, green lights, and a tiny bit of guidance, and received none of that. I am glad there was such a lack of support because I realized that this was all just a waste of time, when I can pursue my certs directly, faster and cheaper. So thanks for being so slow and inefficient, It’s great to know my tax dollars are being wasted on people decorating all day and standing around. I was a student worker once, and I know that there is a lot of downtime, for the students and employees, but when it’s time to work, for Gods sake do the little bit of work that is required of you. Also the person from the Financial office was very responsive and professional, and I have to say the whole system is not a waste, but there certainly is a lot of it. EDIT: The response from the owner is exactly the performative damage control I’d expect. No name, no email, no direct contact, just a public ‘let me know if I can help’ that puts the burden back on me to chase you down after your team already failed to help me in person. If you actually wanted to make it right, you’d have provided a real point of contact.

I went to this school for one semester and the only one lol. All they care is about money they don’t care about helping you or what degree you want to get. Lot of homeless people around. FINANCIAL AID lady is rude too she doesn’t care about helping. The teachers there are also rude they teach the class and expect to understand everything in one explanation. I got yelled by one for asking for extra help for math definitely horrible experience.

Great downtown location. Ample parking, dozens of hotels. Beware prices during MLB Spring Training.

Great campus. They have done a really good job of creating a university feel in the middle of downtown.

I’m trying to take an old man’s house for eminent domain is disturbing.

Beautiful campus! Sun Devil Day was great experiences to get a sense of campus

I had the best experience at my nursing school on the Phoenix campus. The staff was incredibly supportive and truly cared about me as both a student and a person. When I was going through difficult times, they showed up for me and provided an abundance of resources to help me stay on track. I always felt encouraged, supported, and motivated throughout my journey. I graduate in April 2026, and I can honestly say I had the best time and felt fully prepared for my future as a nurse.

Out of all colleges I have researched or attended, Arizona College of Nursing has significantly more resources than other schools I have encountered. As a student here, I do everything I can to share the resources available for not only academic support, but support for personal obstacles as well. Arizona College demonstrates compassion for students and understanding that academic success can only be achieved if the student is supported outside of school as well. This school truly ensures that students are taken care of in all aspects of their life. As students, the profound support allows us to have control of our academic success even when outside factors can appear to impede our success. You never have to be alone through anything when you are at this school. You know you matter and are supported an individual.

I find this situation unacceptable. I withdrew from the program after only 2–3 weeks and attended just two classes, yet I am being charged a remaining balance of $990. I understand that the Academic Foundations Seminar was introduced this year; however, I have concerns about being charged approximately $233 for a two-day seminar that primarily focuses on introducing students to the system and helping them become familiar with their classmates. As a former Medical Assistant student at Arizona College, I am already familiar with Canvas and the college’s learning platform. I would appreciate clarification regarding the purpose of this charge and how the fee amount was determined. The cost seems excessive for a two-day seminar, especially considering that several of my coworkers who attended the college in previous years were not required to take or pay for this seminar. This raises concerns about whether this additional fee is a new charge that was implemented for 2026. I respectfully request a detailed explanation of my account balance and the charges that make up the remaining amount owed.

I’m sharing this review based on my personal experience. Aside from an excellent psychology professor and Dr. T, my experience with this college was extremely disappointing. I maintained strong grades, came in with about 10 years of emergency medical experience, and invested tens of thousands of dollars into this program. Yet I often felt singled out, dismissed, and eventually pushed out. A major issue involved ATI. During my semester with Professor O’Hara, ATI was new and students received inadequate preparation. When I asked for help during an assignment, she admitted she had never done it herself and did not know the answer. I was still held responsible for the incomplete assignment, which contributed to failing the course. When I retook the class the next semester, the school suddenly introduced a full ATI orientation, tutorials, and testing preparation that had not existed before. That was extremely telling to me. I also had another professor repeatedly stand behind and circle my chair during an exam, creating distractions that I did not see him create for other students. I respectfully asked him to stop and explained that it was affecting my concentration, but my objection was later treated as a conduct issue. He was no longer with the school the following semester. In chemistry, another professor refused to display the PowerPoint while teaching complex material. When I respectfully asked to follow the slides, he yelled at me in front of the class and told me to leave. I also had two medical emergencies involving my children, yet received little consideration for those circumstances. During meetings with leadership, I often felt dismissed, and an assistant dean even rolled her eyes while I was explaining my concerns. My biggest issue now is that I am left with substantial debt and failing grades that may prevent me from continuing nursing elsewhere. I have asked the school to consider withdrawals instead of failures, but have not received that resolution. Nursing school should be difficult, but students also deserve fairness, consistency, professionalism, adequate preparation, and a meaningful appeals process. Before enrolling here, I strongly recommend researching the school’s ATI preparation, attendance policies, disciplinary process, withdrawal policies, transferability of credits, and how student complaints are handled. I am willing to discuss my experience openly and provide documentation where appropriate.

My daughter went to this school and graduated December 2025. It’s now almost August of 2026… and still no diploma, which adds to the huge list of why you should NOT go to this school. 1. It is crazy expensive. You are looking at over $100k for 4 years. Do yourself a favor. Go to community college for your pre requisites ad then transfer. And shop around on pricing. 2. This school cannot keep staff for the life of them. One day, a professor or educator is there, the next day they aren’t. The turnover is outrageous. 3. They accept everyone into the school. Because it’s money for them. There is no vetting process. 4. They don’t adequately prepare you for the NCLEX. They use this prep called ATI. It sucks. Go with UWORLD, and if you need even more prep, get a tutor. My daughter, who was on the honor roll multiple semesters, did not pass the first time. She is now passed and has a great job. 5. They don’t help with jobs out of school. You are on your own. 6. The graduation ceremony was a joke. It’s was poorly done, somewhat ghetto, and the class speaker just talked about himself and his girlfriend the entire time. The school clearly didn’t check his speech. Awful. 7. I have a therapy dog, and we visit many schools and colleges especially during finals to help calm nerves. The school declined my offer to bring teams to campus. Shame on them… disgusting. The bottom line is they don’t give a crap about you, just your tuition. Don’t go to this school.

We were only there for training so I can only give that experience. We did not really interact with staff so I cannot speak on that part. The place was very clean. There seem to be ample space for everything we need to do there. In the middle of industrial park and short walk to good public transit. Plenty of campus parking that appears to be free which is becoming a sad thing of the past at these campuses these days.

I am currently a student at Gateway in the accelerated nursing program and I have to say, ALL of the instructors and support faculty are amazing! I admit, sometimes it’s a struggle for me but it’s me and my memory, not the staff. They make sure you have the tools to succeed!! From prerequisites to nursing blocks, everyone has been amazing! The nursing program is no joke!! It’s hard but a necessary hard. You will have peoples lives in your hands and having the proper knowledge is vital. Of course, coming from someone who has been an LPN for > 35 years, the real education starts in the floor as a nurse. I will complete the program in December of this year. If I don’t succeed, it has nothing to do with the staff, but failure is not an option for me. I’ve waited too long to get back to school and I will succeed in finally getting my RN!!

Amazing school with a great variety of programs that all provide a great value. I attended the NM program and had amazing teachers who were very involved in the greater professional societies and showed a great interest in us succeeding. I appreciate the program more then words can express.

I tried to ignore the reviews; however, I have given up on attending this school. No one can answer all my questions by phone, and this school is the only one I have encountered that does not allow prospective LPN students to speak with an advisor by phone before attending an information session. The problem with that is that the information sessions are scheduled far apart (2 or more weeks). BEFORE I apply to a school, I need to know what they are offering and details about the program I am applying to, NOT after. I realize that if it is this hard to get basic information after 10-15 calls with different departments, this is not the school for me. I would rather attend a school with a longer program that is more organized and structured. This is not it!

The school is great but I wish they would not make you use TracPrac and Elsevier, two of the biggest scams ever created. You’d think they could create a program without partnering with too big to fail anti-trust companies like Elsevier, but they do. And you will pay thousands of dollars for information that you can otherwise get for free with a simple online search. Stop forcing already broke students to pay THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS FOR ELSEVIER. They are a monopoly.