Jones International University Reviews
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No Problems with JIU
School recommended by
Rita
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March 10, 2010
1/1 person found this review helpful
I am really enjoying attending JIU enrolled in the MBA program. As with any higher education, you will need to take charge of your education and stay on top of things. I had no issues with Financial Aid or Academic Advisors. I have only received nothing but respect and answers to solve my questions. I have the ability to self enroll in courses so that I am taking the course for my program when I want. I find that the course work is challenging but feel there is not enough feeback on assignments or clarification of posts to assignments. I wonder if it is because I have submitted the correct answer but it would be good to here that feedback.
Learn More about Jones International UniversityI have had nothing but great experiences !!!
School recommended by
Kaneadsha
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February 02, 2010
8/8 people found this review helpful
I first would like to let anyone reading this review to know that JIU thus far has been a great experience for me. I know that there are some horror stories and that is to be expected with anything, no one will always have a perfect experience. I have great advisors, financial aid has gone smoothly, professors are absolutely wonderful and I love it. I will complete my entire business education here at JIU. If you are having problems please reach out to someone , for those who had the bad experiences, you just encountered a person that portrayed a terrible picture of JIU, that one person is not a true reflection of JIU and I am speaking from experience. Give it another try. This is my second online school and it is the best , the first one I went to, was horrible.
Financial Aid nightmare
School not recommended by
sara
on
January 28, 2010
7/11 people found this review helpful
Currently, I'm enrolled in the BA business program at Jones International University(JIU)This is my second year into my studies. So far, I like the user interface, its easy to navigate and I am able to follow along. The course work offers flexibility, convenience and is challenging. I have learned a great deal already and really like the program. However, unlike the positive things aforementioned, the customer service is HORRIBLE! I have been through multiple academic service counselors (which in my opinion, don't do much of anything) and to top it off my financial aid adviser is completely inefficient and ineffective. Like many others I depend on my financial aid/student loan money to help while in school. I have had multiple issues with financial aid since I have begun here at JIU. Most times it is hard to get into contact with anyone working there and when you do no one has any answers. The stressful complications that have happened along the way are distracting from my coursework and exhausting to deal with on a regular basis. If I didn't have so much time and effort invested within this establishment I would switch immediately. I do NOT recommend this school based on the customer/student experience.
The best yet...
School recommended by
Joe
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January 21, 2010
7/8 people found this review helpful
I am just finishing my first class at JIU and love it!! I transferred from another online school that was horrible (read my review on that later). I wasn't pressured to go, my counselors have been on top of everything and the financial aid person went above and beyond to help me. The class has been great! I don't spend a ton of time on it but feel like I've learned more in the first class than I did in all of my bachelor's degree from Carlton School of Management at the U of MN (this is supposed to be one of the best business schools is the US). Overall, the experience has been fantastic, and I highly recommend JIU to anyone I encounter.
Excellent program and customer service
School recommended by
Unknown
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January 17, 2010
7/7 people found this review helpful
JIU is an established online university. I have been more than satisfied that I chose JIU. The people who gave JIU a bad review seem to have made bad decisions themselves and are blaming everyone but themselves. Please check out this university if you are looking for an online university.
JIU has bad service
School not recommended by
Brian
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January 11, 2010
3/8 people found this review helpful
I would not recommend JIU to anyone. Their customer service is horrible. I have been shifted between five different Academic Service Counselors (ASC) and have only taken three classes. My first ASC gave me great confusion over my loan. My last ASC didn’t know I was taking 300 level classes and enrolled me in BBA101 - which I didn’t need. Also, after many emails requesting an address change, he sent my books to the wrong place. Then he promised to sign me up for an e-book one week into the class, and that never happened. If you are looking for trouble JIU is the place for you!
Not liking Jones
School not recommended by
H.
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January 05, 2010
7/13 people found this review helpful
I was rushed into Jones at the last minute (so they could get their money). This made my assignments late. Class had already started and was 10 days in. The instructor was too busy on the ski slopes to get to my work so she just said I didnt turn it in. We had so many technical problems that she claimed I just never turned anything in. When I definitely did! Therefore, she just gave me an "F". Truth was she never knew who I was cause every time I talked to her she was snowboarding. So I am screwed! Wish I never tried Jones!
*Official Response from Jones International University to Wesley (6/7/2009)*
School recommended by
Jones International University
on
December 10, 2009
11/12 people found this review helpful
Wesley,
We are so sorry for your inconvenience and difficulties. Have you been able to work with your Academic Service Counselor (ASC) to resolve this situation? Here at JIU, we assign an ASC to each individual student and all of our ASC’s are trained to work through situations such as yours with individual students. Your ASC can also work with your professors, on your behalf, to ensure that unique situations are handled with care. You are correct, we do work with our military students to make sure that even when deployed, they are able to maneuver through coursework and any paperwork with ease and without complication. If the situation has yet to be resolved to your satisfaction, please contact us at 800-811-5663.
Again, we apologize for any instance where there was confusion and look forward to working with you to resolve the issues. Your success is our urgent concern.
Best regards,
JIU Student Relations Team
the way i was treated at jiu
School not recommended by
Wesley
on
June 07, 2009
26/44 people found this review helpful
I am in the military and on enrollment I was told that it would not be an issue if I had to turn anything in because I was sent to an area were there is no internet, but they gave me no type of break when it came down to it. The school lied to me and refused to pull my enrollment from the next classed when I asked them to, plus they harassed me about not paying for the class I asked to be removed from three weeks before it started. Then they harassed me about signing my 1040 beside where I had already signed.
Pathways to Teacher accrediation
School recommended by
karen
on
May 10, 2009
25/28 people found this review helpful
Jones International University is an excellent start for me as a career changer and completely new to the teaching profession. All of the educators are extremely helpful. The staff are excellent with calling you back. The financial aid process is easy. The classes and the navigation system is not complicated to understand. I would recommend JIU to anyone for a Top Quality education
Working on my Masters
School recommended by
Maqueda McCullough
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February 28, 2009
29/30 people found this review helpful
Personally, I seem to be learning the same thing online as I could from a classroom. I am still working on my Masters degree, and I am glad I am going to Jones - but I had gone to California Lutheran University (CLU) before making the switch. The classes are just as challenging and I feel I will be able to use what I learn in my job.
The freedom to study on my time rather than rushing to get to a classroom also is a benefit. The way the interaction with other students is accomplished, I think is a great tool in this technology driven society. So I do not feel as I am missing anything by going to school online.
As for why I chose JIU, mine were a mix of personal reasons, and knowing it was not a for-profit business but an institution of higher education. The facility also has real degrees, and personally, I like the thought of learning from someone who knows more than I know, and has the paper to prove it.
A good move for me
School recommended by
Ryan
on
October 27, 2008
27/29 people found this review helpful
I am still working on my Masters degree and I am glad I made the move from Capella to Jones. The classes are more of a challenge and I feel I will be able to use what I learn in my job. The interaction with other students is also a great tool that helps open ones mind to other ideas and ways of thinking. All online colleges cost a lot but this is one where the education you get is worth the money spent.
Pathways to Accomplished Teaching certificate
School recommended by
Mark
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May 19, 2008
24/27 people found this review helpful
My online experience was much more in depth than I originally imagined. Coursework was challanging and set up to best utilize an online experience. Courses are completed in weekly modules and had scheduled online discussions that took place in real time and message boards where I could post questions for faculty and students to comment on. I feel the certificate really opened my eyes on how to better educate my students. I will be taking more classes in the future with IU.
School of Business Bachelor
School recommended by
amanda j
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April 04, 2008
32/34 people found this review helpful
I greatly enjoyed my learning experience with Jones International University. What I loved about the program was the flexibility and convenience it offered me. I was able to participate in courses mostly upon my availability.
The coursework was always necessary in order to fully prepare me. Online discussions were the mostly common source of interaction. Power point and sent notes were of great help and widely used throughout each course.
I am very thankful for JIU, because if it weren't for this program, I probably wouldn't get the chance to further my education.
