South Coast College is an anomaly among colleges. There is nothing else like it on the planet…read more You're not just a number there. You're part of a family that lives on and touches your life forever. The alumni are so attached and a part of the school and are lifelong friends of the faculty and staff and other alumni. The alumni have a strong network with each other where friendships span multiple decades. I not only researched all the court reporting schools in the state of CA, but I researched schools all over the country, and I kept track of the numbers of licensed court reporters that they produced over an almost two decade period since. South Coast College has consistently produced more CA CSRs than any other school in the state, and they have also outperformed schools across the entire United States. I have personally seen more students fly through the program in one year in the last 17 years than any other school in the entire United States. And they are leaders in the number of first-time test passers. When court reporters can make more money annually than Harvard-trained lawyers and judges, the tuition at SCC should be no object. You need to view your training to become a court reporter as seriously as you would view a law school education. You are investing in your future! You want to align yourself with the BEST! The job opportunities I've gotten from the professional networking from the alumni at the school alone has paid for the tuition many times over! Worth every penny!

They need to inform you that the majority of the health care jobs want you to be bilingual, I have…read morenot been able to get a medical assistant position since 2018 when I graduated. All that money and nothing to show for it

I inquired about the RVT program, Lisa Rhodes blew up my phone with calls, but stopped responding…read moreto my emails when I requested a day and time to tour the school. Unprofessional, I will be looking for a different school.

SCAM!!! Would leave zero stars if I could. These people are…read morerunning a scam, not a college. They don't care if you pass your classes or learn anything, as long as they can collect a check from you. Good luck getting your transcripts and avoid Jessica Rodriguez if at all possible, she is RUDE!!! Doesn't answer the phone and then acts like its not her job to provide this paperwork. AVOID THIS PLACE AND DO NOT GIVE THESE CON ARTISTS YOUR MONEY

If you're a student in search of a strong academic environment, I recommend reconsidering this…read moreschool. It requires staff to sign an oath not to teach anything that conflicts with their faith, which I find deeply concerning. In my view, educators should be free to provide instruction based on established science and broad academic standards rather than being restricted by religious doctrine. Personally, I feel this approach stifles open inquiry and critical thinking, and I don't believe such policies foster a healthy learning atmosphere. If you value a well-rounded education guided by evidence-based teaching, you may want to look elsewhere.

I do not recommend Azusa Pacific University- Honors College. The dean of Honors College and several…read moreprofessors are prejudice. Additionally, they are deceptive when recruiting students to the school.

Here forthe annual Meaning, Memorial, and Memory events. Seeing "The Woman in Gold" and lecture…read moreafterwards. All their events are wonderful, honoring, and inclusive.

I enrolled in this phlebotomy program and it has been one of the most unprofessional and unsafe…read moreexperiences I've ever had. The curriculum is scattered, the instructor is constantly distracted with her midwife job and checking her phone during class, and at one point she didn't even realize she hadn't shared the venipuncture video before sending us into lab. On October 1st, she didn't show up at all, and another person, Linnea, "taught" us by reading directly off a slideshow, giving unclear or incorrect answers, and providing no real guidance in lab. In lab, I personally witnessed unsafe practices: being told to draw from a swollen site after already being instructed not to, the instructor palpating after the site had already been cleaned, lack of proper tourniquet disinfection, improper PPE use, and students reusing contaminated equipment. Even the parking lot felt unsafe. A woman filmed me while I was arriving. Linnea herself has admitted she feels unsafe at this location, told us to park in a better-lit area, and even said she's afraid of someone "popping out of the bushes." When I told her about the incident of being filmed, she grabbed her keys and asked me to point out where the person went. I told her where but said it wasn't worth my energy or safety to confront the individual. Her response was "it's worth my time" and she quickly went upstairs. I stayed downstairs because I was not comfortable or safe confronting someone who had just been recording me in my car. After three days, I decided to withdraw. I sent a formal email requesting a refund (which the school's own staff confirmed I am entitled to within the time frame). Instead of addressing my email, Linnea left me a voicemail saying she found out I dropped "through the internet," which is unprofessional. She obviously received a notification that they got a one-star Yelp review, and the level of unprofessionalism is only being exacerbated by her response. This program is not safe, not professional, and not a place where students can truly learn. I cannot recommend it to anyone.

I am not sure of the "great" experience everyone in these reviews got. However, I know what I went…read morethrough at this school. The teacher was a nice man but he wasn't much of a teacher. He kind of just threw you into it and read off the slides that were given to him by the couple running the school. Brian and Lin were not much help with resume building and job placement. Every time I asked for help they referred me to websites that make resumes for you. Not helpful. I think they only have one connection for externships that is all the way in Mission Viejo. If you are going to do a program, I suggest you go to a school that actually cares about their students and outcome after the program is finished. I felt like time and time again they gave me the run around and were not actually helpful at all. I wish I would have done my research better. This program might have been great at one point in time, but it definitely fell off. My cousin went to a school in Santa Ana, AUMT Institute that definitely cared for their students and wanted to see them succeed. I am not trying to be mean, I am being honest about my experience, find another school.

The only review you need - June 2023…read more After reading the reviews (most of the bad ones are really old) I felt compelled to offer my review having just completed my Bachelors degree this week. Though CCU is not your traditional college, it definitely has its place in further education. It is super convenient for someone like me who works full-time+, on top of having a two kid family. I was referred to CCU by a former student because I had limited time to complete my degree for an upcoming LT promotional opportunity and their self-paced program was perfect for me. The price was very reasonable too. If you're like me, 25 years into your career and just need that BA/BS degree to promote, this is your best choice. Education Like I said, the timing and class structure are convenient, but it is by no means easy. You still have to read, pay attention, write a lot, and pass the exams. I'm a good writer for the most part, but I did have a couple of papers failed/kicked back because I rushed through them (the feedback from the professor was spot on). So, no you can't just submit anything and pass. It's open book, but still challenging. I actually learned quite a bit at my old age! Staff 5 star staff, you won't convince me otherwise. Debbie during the admissions process, and Taylor my student advisor during my coursework, were outstanding. Communicated often, answered promptly, and were just nice helpful people all around. They didn't just be nice to get me to sign for the money part then leave me out to dry. In fact, the promotional opportunity I talked about came unexpected early, and I needed an unlikely miracle favor. Taylor and each one of my professors were EXTREMELY quick and helpful, and made sure my miracle came true. I have nothing but outstanding things to say about CCU. It opened up a life-changing door for me. I Just bought me a couple T-shirts and a sweatshirt from prep sportswear, that's how proud I am of them!

I attended this school a few years ago and earned good grades. I had to stop due to personal issues…read moreand not being able to afford tuition. After trying other schools. California Coast University is definitely the best University. All of the staff were great and very helpful. The course work was doable and wasn't stressful. Instructors were understandable , kind , and didn't take long to grade coursework. I love the entire set up of online classes here. It's straight to the point. Hopefully I will be able to finish my degree here when I can afford it . My total experience was 10/10

Love this community college! Went here in my younger days. It's a great college in a wonderful…read morecommunity. Lots of other activities and offerings here besides college classes. Came here for a STEM night the district was hosting and there was quite the crowd. It was a Star Wars theme. They had food trucks and a few other vendors, live music and lots of local schools showcasing all their school has to offer. As you enter lots of buildings were set up with different activities to do for students young and old. Nice event to go to. Saw many friends there. Great college, steering my kids here when it's time.

Delt with the most illogical librarian in my life. Seriously what older person just stand next to…read moresomeone while they are studying and not saying anything?? She accused me of eating in the library when I have to take my prescription pills to just keep me alive. She told me "don't eat in there". She stood over me not saying a word trying to intimidate me. I looked at her and said "r u gonna stand there and watch me or r u gonna say something" I can't deal with grown adults like this it absolutely makes me infuriated. Yall should be so lucky I didn't sue.