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3 years ago

I graduated from J&W with a Bachelor in Hotel-, Re...

I graduated from J&W with a Bachelor in Hotel-, Restaurant- and Institutional Management and attended the very selective M.B.A. Honors program in International Business Management. Specifically the graduate program was quiet challenging, helping me to secure senior management positions internationally. I recommend J&W without reservation to any career oriented personality.

J
3 years ago

This has been an awesome journey! I was nervous ab...

This has been an awesome journey! I was nervous about starting my masters, and online made me even more anxious BUT I do not regret it at all!! The classes have been great. I really enjoy the text books, I have kept them all and plan on using them in my career. I cannot wait to graduate. I will be very happy to be a graduate of Johnson and Wales University :)

D
3 years ago

An old friends daughter attends currently and has ...

An old friends daughter attends currently and has mold in her dorm room and in the bathrooms. She was told by maintenance that it's her daughters problem. That an awful response and that's disguisting for a student to have to live in.

T
3 years ago

Went here for undergrad and now graduate school. ...

Went here for undergrad and now graduate school. I started at the Norfolk campus (which is no longer open) and transferred to Providence. While most of my experiences here were positive and eye-opening, I did have a few negative ones too. The course work is challenging but not unattainable. I excelled in undergrad and am doing well at the graduate level as well. The teachers are great and very accomodating. JWU provided me with a great college experience and I hope that as they continue to reinvent themselves that they include the following: 1) more diversity on staff and in enrollment and 2) more employment opportunities outside of the east and west coast. Overall it was a great choice for me and allowed me to broaden my worldview and to hone my skills.

I will always hold a speccial place in my heart for JWU. Go wildcats!

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3 years ago

I have attended Johnson & Wales University (Denver...

I have attended Johnson & Wales University (Denver Campus) since 2011. I received my Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts, my Bachelor's Degree in Food Service Management, and I am currently in the process of obtaining my Master's Degree in Business. I began the 4 + 1 Program at Johnson and Wales in 2014 during my last year of my Bachelor's Degree which I found to be a great opportunity. I think it's great that I am able to obtain a Master's Degree in just five years instead of six! Yes, it was a lot of work to do the MBA Program while finishing up my last year of my Bachelor's Degree since I was pregnant and had a newborn the last trimester of that school year, but has totally been worth it! I was in the MBA Program at the Denver Campus, but recently moved to Washington, so I transferred to the Online MBA Program. So far, it has been convenient and flexible with my crazy life of being a single mom to a 7 month old baby boy, working full time as a line cook at Mcmenamins, and attending school full time in the Online MBA Program. Throughout the last 4-5 years, I have learned a lot about cooking, managing a food service establishment, and now the business aspect of an establishment that will definitely come in handy for my future career. I would eventually like to open an Italian restaurant and will use the knowledge I have gained from Johnson & Wales University to be successful. I recommend this school to anyone that is interested in the Hospitality Industry.

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3 years ago

I attended JWU's North Miami and Providence campus...

I attended JWU's North Miami and Providence campuses graduating with a bachelors in 2011. I loved my experiences at JWU so much I enrolled in the online MBA program last fall and am enjoying every bit of it. Students and faculty have immense pride in the school and it very contagious, making everyday at JWU so much more exciting! All of my professors are experienced professionals and have contributed greatly to my success as a business student. If I continue with my education any further in the future I will certainly love to attend JWU again for a third time. It is a great place with great people who really care about your well-being. Some of the best experiences I've ever had were at JWU and I would recommend any prospective students to strongly consider Johnson & Wales University, it will change your life!

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3 years ago

I decided to go back to school, after 20 years, fo...

I decided to go back to school, after 20 years, for my second Master s degree. I needed a school that provided flexibility for full time working professionals. In my job I travel 50% of the time, so on-line was my only option however I needed to attend a school that was bricks and mortar . Johnson and Wales University gave me this and more. I was so nervous because I was not familiar or ever experienced an on-line class. I'm a person who gets energy from people and from face to face interactions. I must say, I was surprised that I felt connected with my classmates and with my professors. I m being supported and can really get to know the people in my class. I have six more classes to complete to receive my MBA and I am motivated to complete my degree by December of 2016. I feel I will be able to accomplish this because of the outstanding and supportive professors that help us achieve our goals. I highly recommend Johnson and Wales University, in particular the on-line campus.

R
3 years ago

Heading into my home stretch of the JWU SCHOOL OF ...

Heading into my home stretch of the JWU SCHOOL OF ONLINE MBA program and couldn't be happier. The education, experience and interaction with professors and peers has been remarkable. From cutting edge articles in the Wall Street Journal, creative financing, management strategies, marketing techniques, global economics, research and discussion forums, the journey has been amazing. The curriculum is challenging but rewarding and the professors provide real-life business examples from working in the business sector.

Thank you for the opportunity and I highly recommend JWU's SCHOOL OF ONLINE MBA program. Best of luck!!! Richard

C
3 years ago

Graduated 2010 with bachelors degree in management...

Graduated 2010 with bachelors degree in management. Concentrations in economics, financial services management, international business and operations. Decent school, some awesome teachers, some so_so.

c
3 years ago

My JWU experience: The professors are not organize...

My JWU experience: The professors are not organized, the academics are not the best (hence its focus being on culinary), and the student population is infatuated with parties. If your college experience is less about a meaningful degree and more concerned with how many parties you can go to while maintaining a B+ or B, then this is the university for you!

J
3 years ago

I transferred to Johnson and Wales University the ...

I transferred to Johnson and Wales University the beginning of this year and I have loved every ounce of my experience as an online student. From the beginning, the staff and faculty has displayed nothing but hospitality towards me. The best part about JWU is the open communication whether it is my financial or academic advisor or the professor. The staff is very supportive and make an effort to check in with you to see how they can help you succeed and make the best of the semester. JWU is an amazing school with great people. I would not want to attend classes anywhere else.

J
3 years ago

-- this gets this rating because of one of their s...

-- this gets this rating because of one of their staff! By far, the most unprofessional, rude encounter I've experienced!

I attended a pop up shop on February 18, 2017 featuring Damaris Warren. I arrived earlier then the chef but when I arrived to the wine shop I met Norma the owner and Ta`nisha Snead. Instantly I was welcomed by the owner Norma and she tended to all of my needs, yet I couldn't help to notice Ta`nisha and her snide comments. Ta`nisha asked myself and my partner for some of our wine and was talking to Norma about Damaris and her lack of professionalism regarding time. Initially, I thought nothing of the matter because it was a hour after show time. I began to get bothered as time went on and Ta`nisha consumed more drinks. She had no regards for Damaris or myself and my partner that was in attendance. She made ill comments regarding her very own intern until she arrived. I was most bothered by her request to Norma to end the show by 7pm and tell Damaris that the venue was closed to "teach her a lesson". When Norma declined, Ta'nisha continued to be hostile towards Damaris upon arrival. Although Damaris arrived at 6:30p.m, she began to introduce her meals and Ta`Nisha as her teacher. In doing so, Ta`nisha cut her off mid speech and told her "Carry on" while waving her hand. It was clear to myself and the other 13 people in attendance that there was a level of hostility and possible intoxication, but we all chose to ignore it. The breaking point came when I, Jazmine Cook decided to help Damaris try to heat up her food (in a wine shop, with no kitchen). While doing so, Ta'Nisha came back and was reaching over me and around me while talking to Norma who was in the back attempting to assist me. Ta'Nisha was telling Norma how unprofessional Damaris was for coming so late and that she was leaving. Although she stated she was leaving, she was reaching around me to try the food (although there was food out front on the presentation table that had been warmed). Ta'nisha turned to me and asked me "what do you do" I was confused by her question because, I am not her student and had never seen her before. I let her know I was just back there assisting in heating the food. Ta'nisha then laughed in my face and stated "heating the food, ha! Sure" immediately after she gave me her back as she continued to speak ill of Damaris. I then told Ta'nisha that the hot food was on the presentation table and not in the back with the food that was yet to be presented. At hat point I let her know, I am a adult and not in Damaris age group and did not appreciate her lack of professionalism. I was told that "I have no idea the situation and she was leaving". I said okay and continued to heat food. Overall this experience was by far the most degrading, inappropriate and unprofessional environment I had been in. Ta'nisha made sure to let me know she's a business owner and that I had no idea who she was. She was rude, and outright mean. Furthermore, intoxicated! I will be reaching out to the highest in command regarding this issue as well as the better business bureau and all other chains for the state of Georgia. For her to be a 'teacher' and self proclaimed 'business owner', whatever issue she had with the student should not have affected me as the guest! Everyone was offended by her outburst. Damaris ended up in tears mid event. I hope that someone, anyone will contact me regarding the matter!

J
4 years ago

As far as general education classes go, they are g...

As far as general education classes go, they are good. However, the professors in the computer science department are fantastic! They are all industry professionals who know what they are doing. They expect you to work, but are understanding and attentive when you need help. I truly feel that my hard work and dedication are rewarded here instead of being brushed aside. I can't speak for the Harborside classes as I have never taken them. But, the Downcity campus is lively, and serves as a beautiful backdrop for what is a great school.

C
4 years ago

My daughter had a horrendous experience at this sc...

My daughter had a horrendous experience at this school... pick ANYWHERE else... literally ANYWHERE.

This review is 100% because of professor Debbie Doonan... not only an awful professor, but an awful human as well!

C
4 years ago

Food is terrible, especially for a culinary school...

Food is terrible, especially for a culinary school, dining halls have very limited hours, everything is closed on the weekends and you re forced to spend your money elsewhere although the meal plan is just as expensive as any other school, why would a college dining hall close at 7 on a weekend? And also be closed from 2:30 to 4:30 with no other dining option available. Dining halls have a very small selection of food each day and they always have empty stations. They don t have food for people s dietary needs and they re always unprepared with their food not having it ready on time. Most of the items on the menu don t even come with your meal plan so you have to flex them or pay out of pocket and they don t offer visitor swipes either. Terrible management

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4 years ago

Currently working on my MBA while being enrolled i...

Currently working on my MBA while being enrolled in the 4 plus 1 program. I have learned a lot here at JWU while pursuing my undergrad. The professors are very helpful and the school of online learning has made it easier for me to complete classes with my busy schedule. This school provides a great education and a flexible way for people to complete the schooling they want.

L
4 years ago

Money would be better spent on most anything other...

Money would be better spent on most anything other than this place. College is not worth the money anywhere these days. Also, last time I checked this place had security that would bother you or reprimand you over the most petty things! When they use to have a dorm called "ACE", they had a bunch of tow trucks come all at once to tow everyone who didn't have a parking permit visible enough.

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4 years ago

Johnson and Wales University is awesome. My time t...

Johnson and Wales University is awesome. My time there was great and insightful. I was very involved. I was a RA and an Orientation Leader. Being able to interact with the students on the level was amazing. My professors were very helpful in my journey as well. I loved the school so much that I just had to apply to the Graduate Program. The Graduate Program has also been wonderful. I would recommend this school to everyone. I have already been doing so.

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4 years ago

Johnson and Wales has been a great university for ...

Johnson and Wales has been a great university for me. I am currently working towards receiving my MBA and Johnson and Wales has made that possible. They have great professors and a great program! I am glad to be a part of this University!

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4 years ago

Not only did I love my entire undergrad experience...

Not only did I love my entire undergrad experience at JWU Charlotte I am currently enrolled in the online MBA program and love it. It is very manageable for busy working professionals and I really feel like the content of the courses is related to my profession and life. Last trimester I learned more about finances and retirement options with the time value of money. All have been very relevant and also help me really understand real world issues. I am excited I began this chapter in my education and look forward to finishing up my courses at JWU to complete my MBA!

J
4 years ago

Johnson and Wales has given me the best college ex...

Johnson and Wales has given me the best college experience, I could ever hope for. I received my Bachelor's at JWU and I am a current graduate student. The staff really want you to succeed. They go above and beyond to make sure you do. I would recommend anyone looking for a great college to attend, this is your school.

J
4 years ago

Worst school ever they don't care about education ...

Worst school ever they don't care about education nor their students all they care for is money I wish I could go back in time and never had attended this school the education they offer is terrible

A
4 years ago

Amazing school. I wouldn t be where I am today wit...

Amazing school. I wouldn t be where I am today without JWU. Faculty & staff truly dedicate themselves to students success and life after graduation. The opportunities I ve had are because of the vastly known reputation and respect for this school. Highly recommend this school, especially for hospitality/culinary. They will work with you financially and support you the entire time. Proud to be a forever wildcat.

N
4 years ago

I did my undergrad at JWU North Miami and couldn't...

I did my undergrad at JWU North Miami and couldn't have picked a better school to come to. The classes were small size which allowed me to know all of my professors, staff members and classmates on a one on one basis. Everything was walking distance and you truly felt a sense of family on campus. I am now pursuing my graduate degree online with JWU and I must say the feeling hasn't changed. The faculty, advisors and staff members are so on top of assisting you and ensuring you success that I can't feel the difference versus an on campus class experience. JWU is simply like a home to me.

S
4 years ago

I am rating this college solely based upon our exp...

I am rating this college solely based upon our experience as a Post 9/11 GI Bill family. This is the only school that I know of that takes the scholarships and grants it gave to our daughter and applied them toward tuition. If you know anything about the VA benefits for college, the Post 9/11 GI Bill covers all tuition and being a yellow ribbon school, JWU is supposed to cover any remaining tuition balance. But they have set their system in such a way that it benefits only them, not the military member or dependent. You will have to pay A LOT out of pocket to cover any additional expenses. They think it's okay that you do so as you get a stipend. I have tried several times to explain to the financial adviser that the stipend is supposed to go to living expenses like car payment, cell phone bill, insurance, etc so it is not a burden for the member or dependent to attend college. Every other university our other children have attended did a much better job of allowing them to use their scholarships and grants for room and board so that their stipend could go towards other living expenses. I would suggest you find a different yellow ribbon school, one that is more military friendly. Any time I have spoken with the VA counselors at the Denver and Rhode Island campuses, they have been rude and impatient. This is not a true yellow ribbon or military friendly school.

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4 years ago

The Online MBA program is terrific nothing else li...

The Online MBA program is terrific nothing else like it. I have spent 5 years at JWU and the FISV5526 Financial Reporting & control class was one of the more challenging. Professor Sauceda, or MJ was great in teaching everything and provided us with more than enough to prepare us for the real world. If your looking at grad schools, look no further. !
And the online program is convenient and well put together.

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4 years ago

JWUPVD CA/FSM. This school has opened up a lot of ...

JWUPVD CA/FSM. This school has opened up a lot of doors for me career wise and left me feeling confident and knowledgeable upon graduation . Really talented, passionate teachers telling you and showing you how it is, I m proud to be a wildcat.

D
4 years ago

I have been in my program at Johnson & Wales for a...

I have been in my program at Johnson & Wales for about three semesters now. I like the idea of trimesters because it allows me as a non-traditional student to be able to complete the program in less time than with the traditional semester program. I like the fact the professors are so knowledgeable and very helpful should you need additional assistance with assignments. Although most professors are strict about deadline dates, there are some who will work with you while you deal with the demands of life, taking care of family, work and going to school full time.
I recommend that you rent the books as much as possible. I don't believe that they are always worth the purchase since publishers change editions so often. I have been caught in situations where the book I got was too new and the professor was using an older version of the book and there were differences.
Overall I have had a great experience at JWU and I am looking forward to graduation in May 2016.

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4 years ago

JWU's online graduate program is fantastic! The pr...

JWU's online graduate program is fantastic! The professors are very understanding and will do anything to help you succeed, and it is great getting to interact with other students from different places and different walks of life!

K
4 years ago

I have been attending Johnson & Wales since Decemb...

I have been attending Johnson & Wales since December 2014, I am an online graduate student studying for my M.B.A. I always feel very helped and appreciated while taking classes and even through the admissions process. JWU is a great school and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to gain a great education! All the professors that I've had are very tentative and dedicated to making sure I understand the information I'm learning.

M
4 years ago

awesome school i love my classes and the way the c...

awesome school i love my classes and the way the campus is through out the whole city. the school has so much potential i wish the best for it im still finishing my major got one and a half more years to go! =)

B
4 years ago

Excellent source of a collection of knowledge and ...

Excellent source of a collection of knowledge and scholastics. The students are genius the teachers are top notch. It is a vessel for bringing the youth into the future. It has massive amount activities and sports, like basketball or the dance team Ataxia, as well as fraternity and sorority life like Groove Phi Groove Social fellowship Inc., Swing Phi Swing Inc. Senoritas, Omega Phi Beta, Lambda Beta D9 orgs and The list goes on.

C
4 years ago

I do not go here. This is about the application fo...

I do not go here. This is about the application form which I got in the mail. I will not be going here and would like to state this for the staff monitoring this, not for any person reading.

USING "AMERICAN INDIAN" IS NOT OK. Your application uses completely outdated language in that reguard. I noticed your application does include prefered name and non-binary as a gender option, but using American Indian is outdated and offensive language. Please, change this on your application. Whether its changed to Native or Indigenous, I don't care. Just please, change it. You seem like a pretty progressive school, which I commend. So I implore you to change this word usage.

Thank you.

Johnson & Wales Inn

Johnson & Wales Inn

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