Claremont Graduate University Reviews

"What a waste! This program is overpriced. Not worth it. Extremely poor coordination. Financial assistance is in student loans only. Only the wealthiest can attend and those with complete scholarships and grants. For the majority of American college students, forget it."

"Disappointing. Tremendously overpriced. Program is outdated. New Coordinator is needed immediately. The Teacher Education program does not deserve a rating at all"

"I am loving this program at CGU! I am having trouble paying for it. That would be the only con. I am praying that I can complete my PhD program to continue to teach and become tenure."

"The classes offered are engaging and challenging, however, I would like to see more options, and smaller class sizes. I did not expect a graduate program to have classes with 30+ students. I would like more time and opportunities one-on-one interactions with the professors."

"The program is unique because it combines a degree in business with a degree in arts management. Its strengths are its faculty, students, and resources."

"Ph.D. program in international security and methods. Strong emphasis on quantitative and experimental methods in all the poli sci tracks--if your math skills are not your strength, they have courses to bring you up to speed, but be aware that the poli sci department is heavily influenced by the econ folks, so you'll be doing a lot of econometric methods. The upside of this is that if you get through the methods track you will be well prepared for data analytics jobs in the real world. Did not rate social scene as a commuting part-time student."

"A private institution with an outdated Teacher program! One of my worse mistakes in attending and entering the teacer education program. It was chaotic, passive and indifferent to the changes happening in public education. This program COSTS TOO MUCH for the output it produces!"

"CGU Teacher Education program is locked in the 1960's1 Program is outdated and tremendously expensive!"

"Big mistake attending! This school is using a 1960's model to a 21st Century era! It cost too much. Made a big mistake. The Teacher's program is living off an old model. Coordinator is awful. This is definitely NOT worth the cost of a teacher education program!!!!!"

"Can't believe how expensive this school is with an awful teacher certification program! Not worth the price at all! Would not invest one dime in this out dated program. The President and Vice Provost of the school are totally clueless to the value or lack thereof of the Teacher Education Department protection given to a student teacher thrust into the chaotic world of public education. A student admitted into the Teacher Education program is better off as a cast member in the movie Hunger Games. School is living off its brand name!"

"Overpriced!!!! Quality to value is awful. This graduate program at such an elite school is what is wrong with higher education in the U.S."

"Most disappointing! The CGU Teacher Education Induction program for such an elite private school is a shame! It has a lot to do with those who are coordinating the program at this time. Terribly overpriced and the return value is zilch!!!"

"CGU Teacher Education Internship is overpriced! The name brand does not correspond with quality outcome. The coordinators lack transparency, honesty and integrity. Past performance does not constitute future success. CGU Teacher Education is currently operating under an old "gatekeeper" approach to educational institutions. It has basically lost its "first love" and has become what is most wrong with elite colleges that are merely living off of their brand name. Check the stats carefully, ask prior students specifically and judge for yourself!"

"A great program! Although this program is expensive, it provides me with a great network and access to resources that will further my academic career."

"Pros: -Great faculty that helps you in any way they can -Small campus & student population -Fast programs that actually teaches you necessary skills for jobs in education Cons: -Cost"

"The program provides a unique track in a competitive field, helping me stand out to prospective employers. The course load is heavy in the beginning, designed more for young twenty year olds without families. Work load get lighter, but still on the high side. The quality of education is renowned and forth the work and price. Tuition is exceptionally high though."

"Financial aid is difficult to navigate and there is a lot of bureaucracy."

"This graduate program provides an excellent academic experience. The professors are top notch and go above and beyond to provide the appropriate knowledge to students. Financial aid is the biggest drawback at the the school. Since it is a graduate only school there is little funding available and the school does little work to help students obtain outside funding."

"One of the wonderful things about my program at CGU is the knowledge that is attained throughout the courses from both your professors and the materials/assignments that as a student you are to read or complete. I would say the only downfall to the school would be the high cost of tuition, however the knowledge and overall experience attained is priceless."

"Very rigorous, high quality program. But the low amount of financial support provided by the university becomes very discouraging."