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I realize it seems that I simply putQuite BrightComputer Science
I realize it seems that I simply put F’s for nearly every category but I did put thought into those answers. Approaching graduation I am reflecting back on my experience. For $30K+ a year, I feel sick and disheartened.

I have encountered about three good professors here at RIT. Most of the other professors are not experts in their fields. At the same time, they're not good at presenting material. Some professors know the material but aren't adequate educators.

The best part of RIT was the friends I made. I learned more from/with my friends than I did from most of my classes. I do feel I was fortunate for meeting them during my freshman year.

Furthermore, academic advising leaves a lot to be desired. The curriculum is not very complicated but I expected the advisors to be the expert resources I could use to decide my future. The advisors were cold and unapproachable. I felt guilty asking too many questions. I had to have very specific questions to get any sort of answer from them. They weren't very useful for guidelines at all.

The curriculum for the CS program, flat out, sucks. The majority of the courses are useless. Until my last year I did not have a chance to take courses I enjoyed and were interested in. I did not experience any "wow" classes; nothing that pushed the boundaries of my skill or the boundaries of technology.

The CS classes were not challenging. Advanced math courses were more difficult and physics courses required me to do work. CS classes were easy and I hardly put forth any effort and still received A’s and B’s (while working 30 hours a week). Oh yeah, most courses consist of busy work (hence the F for that category).

I honestly paid for a piece of paper that claims I know anything.That’s just my experience. Happy college hunting!

5th Year Male -- Class 2008
Campus Maintenance: A, Education Quality: F
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As a 2008 grad, I have to sayComputer Science
As a 2008 grad, I have to say RIT is a great academic school.. but it is very challenging. The school is based on a quarter system so the classes change every 3 months. If you are looking to attend with a Computer Science major, I would recommend taking a course or two in highschool to make sure you like it first.. otherwise you may want to drop it.

The social life is pretty non existant.. You will make friends, but it wont be the whole "college" lifestyle. I was OK with this, but if you are a partier, you may want to look at other schools.

Overall, I recommend RIT. I learned a lot and am using what I learned directly toward my career. The co-op program is also unbeatable.

Pros: Education, Job OpportunitiesCons: Social Life, Weather, Challenging

Alumnus Male -- Class 2000
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Most people in college do not actually takeNot so brightPsychology
Most people in college do not actually take the time to go to sites like these and make reviews.. those who do are generally really unhappy with the school.. those who like the school are not going to waste their time or even think of making a review... I LOVE RIT... it's all about what you make of it.. there are so many clubs and activities to get involved in.. we have top programs in engineering, computer science, photo, sign language, and more. Its a very diverse student body unlike a liberal arts school. Really if you come to RIT and take just a bit of initiative you will like it here.
3rd Year Female -- Class 2009
Faculty Accessibility: A+, Useful Schoolwork: B
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