Portland State University Reviews
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Criminology
School recommended by
Jonathan Walsh
on
July 21, 2008
10/11 people found this review helpful
In order to be successful in the criminal justice system, I wanted a competitive edge against all other civil service applicants. I was also working a full time job so daytime classes were out of the question. Portland State's Online program in Criminal Justice worked directly around my schedule. Where most college classes require you to work around professors schedule, Portland is different. All of the materials were readily available on the internet and I felt like I could learn just as effectively on my work lunch breaks or my evenings off as I could in a traditional class room. The tools that they provide were exceptional and I don't even consider myself to be a computer wiz. Whenever I had a question about career placement or my academic performance, there was always someone at Portland State available for counsel by telephone. Their computer tools and staff are extremely supportive of self paced education.
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School recommended by
Cindy
on
July 14, 2008
9/10 people found this review helpful
At first I went to Portland State University because it was the best school close to home. But throughout my studies I have realized that I have made an excellent choice. Portland State has amazing faculty, who are very involved with the students and are extremely supportive and motivating. It is an urban school, located in downtown Portland, with beautiful Park blocks in the center of the campus. I loved the fact that I was within blocks from museums, cinemas, shopping, art center and Pioneer Square. It is true that PSU does not have much of a social life, and the greek community is desperate to attract members. But that is what I LIKED about Portland State. The student body is very diverse, and everyone seems to take their studies very seriously. Most students also work while being in school and this seems to make them appreciate and value their time in school. Even though I only took a few courses online, the same faculty who teach regular classes teach online classes, so your academic experience will be the same as mine--that is to say, excellent. If you are looking for a great state university in a beautiful urban area, I highly recommned Portland State University.
