Here are some tips for selecting schools, based on an analysis comparing each school to all others across dozens of factors:
Schools Concentrating On Sales Managers
- Focus: For schools with a focus on this career area, look at Atlantic Cape, Ocean County College, Brookdale Community College, and Burlington County College.
Fastest Response From Schools
- Request Info: For the fastest information for prospective students, look at the Spotlight schools on this page.
Student Body
- Part-Time: For schools emphasizing part-time studies, consider Eastwick, New Jersey City University, Somerset Christian College, and Fairleigh Dickinson - Metropolitan.
- Female: For schools particularly welcoming to female students, consider College of Saint Elizabeth, Georgian Court University, and Eastwick.
- Diverse: For a diverse student body, consider Bloomfield, Saint Peter's College, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Felician.
- Adult Learners: For lots of adult learners, consider Somerset Christian College, College of Saint Elizabeth, Caldwell College, and Fairleigh Dickinson - Metropolitan.
School Setting
- Out of State: For geographic diversity, take note of Seton Hall, Eastwick, Centenary, and Rider University.
- Dorms: For a residential campus environment, take note of The College of New Jersey, Ramapo College of New Jersey, Fairleigh Dickinson Florham, and Saint Peter's College.
Excellence
- SAT: For students with high SAT scores, look at Stevens Institute of Technology, The College of New Jersey, Rutgers, and New Jersey Institute of Technology.
- % Accepted: For selective institutions, look at New Jersey City University, Somerset Christian College, The College of New Jersey, and Montclair State.
- Class Size: For small class sizes, look at Saint Peter's College, Felician, Seton Hall, and Rutgers Camden.
Student/Alumnus Reviews of Schools for This Career and State
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Rowan • Glassboro, NJ
Studying Hospitality (completion in 2005)
• 7/7/2011
"I enjoyed my time there, but wish it was more geared towards my degree. It's a very nice school, though."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | yes | I would, but only if you would benefit by going to a local school. For my degree, it's better to seek out a more dedicated school. |
| Program Reputation | 8 | Rowan is very well known around here. They are more known for their sciences and teaching programs. |
| Program Quality | 5 | Rowan is much more focused on traditional subjects such as biology. Hospitality isn't one of their stronger degrees. |
| Instruction | 5 | Teachers did not coordinate their tasks like they were supposed to. Some of them weren't familiar with their own courses! |
| How Difficult | 3 | I've always found it easy, so maybe it's unfair to ask me. I did not find the courses difficult. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | They liked to give us hands-on training. I also spent time at local businesses as part of my class. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 6 | No better or worse than other degrees. No difference really. |
| Academic Facilities | 4 | They aren't geared towards my degree, unfortunately. They should have had more experienced teachers. |
| Social Life | 9 | People are friendly and welcoming. There are parties, but not enough to be too distracting. |
| Placement Services | 6 | They have a lot of job fairs. There is an office that supplies me with free information on all kinds of degrees, etc. |
| Alumni Network | 7 | I get emails all of the time for events. There are also alumni-only job fairs. |
Seton Hall University • South Orange, NJ
Studying Communications/Marketing And Public Relations (completion in 2010)
• 7/30/2011
"Not enough campus interaction. However, I received a great education and I am able to appreciate it more after I graduated than when I attended the school and was looking for a good time."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | maybe | If the tuition wasn't so high I believe more students would live on campus, and thus there would be more campus activities. The campus is too small and sometimes felt like high school all over again because everyone had their cliques at lunch and rumors spread fast. Nevertheless, after realizing college is more about learning and less about relationships, one focuses more on education around junior or senior year. The professors taught a vast range of subjects, and depending on which area of sales you wanted to go in to, helped you determine the courses you should take. |
| Program Reputation | 10 | The program has a great reputation because it has a wide variety of courses. For example, one person can study merchandising, advertisement, web design, public speaking, and communication research, which are all under the same program. You are able to understand how to build a business as well as how to be a part of one. |
| Program Quality | 10 | Not only was I shown what to look for on a personal level, but I was also shown how to navigate different software. I am able to work in human resources doing payroll, or I can be on the sales floor counting inventory. |
| Instruction | 5 | Even though role playing helped understand different situations, working at a department store can not be taught in class. Learning about how to handle multiple personalities is one thing, but actually handling the personalities in person is extremely challenging. |
| How Difficult | 8 | Most of the software courses, such as those in which you create your own website, 3D design, billboard, or commercial, were challenging because it was in the state of mind for entrepreneurs. If you are a people person and like to interact, it takes longer to pick up the material. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | Most professors use textbooks. Most professors even use online textbooks so online students to follow along in class. Professors email their Powerpoints to students, which has its pros and cons. Students are able to look over future material for practice; however, some do not attend class because the lessons are already provided. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 1 | Seton Hall is a commuter school. Therefore, most classes were available Mon-Fri only. They have a handful of saturday classes which are offered once a year. It takes a vast amount of time to be approved for loans and to drop/enter courses as well. |
| Academic Facilities | 10 | The library is open 24/7 and provides study rooms. The media is up to date (projectors, computers) and the school provides laptops for each student. Professors post their free hours on their doors and students can sign up for an appointment to speak with professors or receive private tutoring. |
| Social Life | 7 | Most students attend basketball or soccer games. School dances, king and queen functions, and school spirit functions on the lawn are picking up, but few people attend. Seton Hall is mostly known for fraternity/sorority associations. |
| Placement Services | 5 | The career assistance department went over resumes and cover letters, but did not give you any advice on how to improve them. Also, they did not alert students about on campus interviews. |
| Alumni Network | 7 | I was able to communicate with Alumni by a website known as Navigator. However, Seton Hall limits how many people you can interact with by assigning points. For example, everyone starts off with 5 points, meaning you can only email/telephone 5 alumni. They key was to communicate by joining network events. For example, if a company was coming to recruit, you would attend the event and meet more than one alumni and it takes the same amount of points. |
Caldwell College • Caldwell, NJ
Studying Sales/Marketing (completion in 2008)
• 8/10/2011
"I was very satisfied with my school. Thanks to my education I have a job that I love. It is also a Catholic school, so it was great for discipline."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | yes | Yes I would. I learned a lot from my classes and I also enjoyed the environment and the teachers. I have many friends that I can thank Caldwell for and I am very happy. |
| Program Reputation | 7 | I do not think my school's reputation was based on my field. There were other majors that the school was more known for. But even still, they did a great job. |
| Program Quality | 8 | The program was good, helpful, and I learned a lot. I would tell people to definitely go look at the school because I think others would like it and learn from it. |
| Instruction | 8 | I definitely learned a lot while in school. The amount that you are taught is amazing. |
| How Difficult | 6 | Honestly, it wasn't that difficult, at least not for me. The classes were a little tough, but the online classes that I had were easy. Also, there were plenty of people to help you if you needed help. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | It was not very hands on as there were a lot of books required. But there was a great intern program. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 8 | The schedule was good. I did a mixture of classes both at night and during the day. I also took a few online classes as well and they were very easy to understand. |
| Academic Facilities | 8 | The library was extremely large and anything you needed could be found in there. The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable. The class rooms were good sized but they were not overcrowded. There was a large computer room which was also a part of the library. |
| Social Life | 9 | There was plenty of school spirit at my school. Games, fairs, parties - it was a great time. The school colors were nice as well. It was also very easy to make friends. |
| Placement Services | 7 | It took a little more time then I wold have liked to find a job, but I was happy with it. I was surprised by how many people were in the same field as I was and maybe that is why it took so long. |
| Alumni Network | 8 | The alumni was good, and I was able to attend many events and meetings because I was on the school board. As far as the network goes, they were great in terms of communication. |
Berge Community College • Paramus, NJ
Studying Psychology (completion in )
• 9/25/2011
"The school did not have the grandness of a four year school, but it is ok because I was not looking for that. I could make any schedule I wanted and the classes were cheap."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | yes | You can get the same education at Bergen than you can at most schools for a fraction of the price and a great deal of your credits will transfer. |
| Program Reputation | 8 | The school in general has a horrible graduating rate because of all the transfers and drop outs. Overall, I am not really sure about the psychology program's reputation. I am assuming that it is positive and a good program because of all the students and because of the school's reputation itself. |
| Program Quality | 8 | Even though Bergen is a community college, it is the best community college in the state. |
| Instruction | 8 | The school allowed you freedom to pick a number of classes that meet a requirement and so I found my classes more interesting. Again, the school is tops in the state and classes are transferable to any in the state. Most credits will be accepted. |
| How Difficult | 8 | I was on the dean's list and did well. However, I feel like there are much more difficult programs (medical, etc). |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | The learning is more book oriented. There are many online classes which are not very hands on. However, there are many classes where a hands on lab must be taken. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 10 | Bergen offers classes from 7am to 8:30pm. In addition to the spring and fall semesters there are also summer, winter, online, and hybrid classes. |
| Academic Facilities | 8 | The psychology program has its own wing of the school and its own department heads. Classes are not overcrowded and it's easy to get help. |
| Social Life | 7 | I knew a lot of the people going to school with me at the time so that was positive. However, the school had no dorms, frats, or anything associated with in school living. |
Monmouth University • West Long Branch, NJ
Studying Business & Marketing (completion in 2000)
• 10/2/2011
"It was a good school. But I'm sure there are better ones out there with better teachers and resources."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | maybe | This depends on the person. Sales and retail is not for everyone. Some just can't hack it, especially in a management position. |
| Program Reputation | 7 | Monmouth was known for sciences. However, what you never heard about was the business department and in my opinion it's their best kept secret! |
| Program Quality | 10 | Monmouth was a great school! I started out wanting to be a doctor and ended up in a business and marketing education course and I was hooked! |
| Instruction | 9 | Oh, this was great! Everything I learned and utilize in the work place today I learned from my courses in Monmouth. |
| How Difficult | 5 | I would say average as it never gave me a problem. I remember not having to study much in school. They were mostly easy courses for me. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | This was a fifty-fifty kind of thing. The courses were a composite mix of text book learning and then getting out there and doing it yourself. We had a semester where we started our own business and had to keep it in the red for 60 days. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 5 | No different than anywhere else. Teachers were never around, many classes were taught by assistants. There were summer courses for those crazy enough to take courses in the summer. It was relatively average in my book. |
| Academic Facilities | 7 | I think Monmouth could have used some more resources for their business department. However, the teachers made it a fantastic experience overall. |
| Social Life | 10 | Where do I begin? I had the most friends in my life. A date every weekend and I got along well with everyone in every clique, from the druggies to the jocks. |
| Placement Services | 1 | Disgusting! Didn't do a thing for me, gave me my diploma and said, "Have at, it kid!" Not even a “good luck!” |
| Alumni Network | 8 | It was okay. We're talking a couple years back, I'm sure they have improved by now. Probably at the time it was really great in the sense that it did connect everyone and everything. |
Hudson County • Jersey City, NJ
Studying Sales (completion in 2010)
• 11/27/2011
"I am satisfied with this school. They provide sufficient knowledge for their courses."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | yes | The marketing course is easy to learn and getting a job is simple. |
| Program Reputation | 6 | They have a wonderful reputation for their marketing course. |
| Program Quality | 6 | They provide sufficient knowledge of each individual subject. Also they have good teachers for each subject. |
| Instruction | 7 | They have provided wonderful knowledge and all study materials. We have a very good library. |
| How Difficult | 6 | They always have pop tests covering all study materials. One must always prepare for the tests. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | Hands-on knowledge is helpful in understanding the course. The book is also good but requires help for practical knowledge. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 5 | They provide a lot of flexibility. Whenever they hold classes we have to attend, even on weekends. |
| Academic Facilities | 7 | Our school has a large classroom and a big library hall with lots of books. They have a lot of computers in laboratories in which we do hands-on work. |
| Social Life | 8 | We hold an event where other students also participate and share their knowledge. The school also holds annual athletic events and competitions. |
| Placement Services | 7 | Companies love to hire students in the marketing program from this school. |
| Alumni Network | 7 | They provide get together meetings with their upperclassmen to share experiences. |
Fairleigh Dickinson University • Teaneck, NJ
Studying Business (completion in 2006)
• 12/29/2011
"Fairleigh Dickinson was extremely expensive, and tuition continued to increase by as much as 15% per semester. I found this to be outrageous and unaffordable."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | no | I did not enjoy my time at FDU. I feel that a community college would provide the same experience at a small fraction of the cost. |
| Program Reputation | 5 | Fairleigh Dickinson has a decent reputation in general. Although a lot of their focus is on nursing, the business program is okay. |
| Program Quality | 2 | I did not enjoy my time at Fairleigh Dickinson University. I felt that it was extremely overpriced for mediocre coursework. |
| Instruction | 2 | Most of my professors did not have a very strong grasp on the English language. This made it difficult to discuss anything other than material straight from the book. |
| How Difficult | 4 | Business was not a very difficult area of study. I found it to be somewhat boring at times, but not very difficult. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | There were certain courses where it was 100% reading out of the book, but there were others where it was all open discussion. It seemed to depend entirely on the professor. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 6 | Most of the time, I was able to find a schedule that fit my needs. When scheduled by the school for my first semester, however, the class schedule made no sense whatsoever. |
| Academic Facilities | 5 | The library was pretty up to date when I attended FDU. However, there were not enough computers available for the demand. |
| Social Life | 3 | FDU is 75% commuting students, so there is not much in the way of school spirit. They do have sports teams and events, but attendance is low. |
| Placement Services | 6 | They do a lot in the way of helping their students find work in the field after graduation. They offer career placement, and in some cases, guarantee hiring. |
| Alumni Network | 3 | 75% of the students at Fairleigh Dickinson's Teaneck campus are commuters, so there is not much in the way of student relations. I have not seen anyone with whom I went to college since I left. |
Rutgers University • Piscataway, NJ
Studying Marketing (completion in 2005)
• 2/4/2012
"I was satisfied with my school. I received a great education and am a proud alumni of Rutgers."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | yes | I would definitely recommend my school to other students. It prepared me well for the real world. |
| Program Reputation | 10 | The school has a very good rating for the business school. It is one of the top schools in US. |
| Program Quality | 8 | My school taught me very well. The marketing skills I learned allowed me to have higher store sales and make a good impression on my supervisors so I can get promoted. |
| Instruction | 8 | The quality of education was really good as well as the curriculum. The only disadvantage for some was the big class size. This doesn't allow you to know the professors personally instead of being another number. |
| How Difficult | 9 | There was a lot of work to do. Sometimes I fell behind, especially when dealing with a lot of power point presentations in class. Everything else in the classes was fine. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | There were both types of learning. Hands on was difficult at times unless you found internships. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 8 | There was good availability with the class schedule. Having a lot of students just made it harder to get the classes. |
| Academic Facilities | 9 | The facilities were very good. There are a variety of services available. Also the advisors were very helpful. |
| Social Life | 8 | The social life at my school was great. There were many parties to attend. |
| Placement Services | 5 | There is not much help with job placement. Career services is limited to a year after graduation. |
| Alumni Network | 7 | Having big classes in the school can pay a toll. The support is very limited to the first few years after graduation. |
Rutgers State • Newark, NJ
Studying Management (completion in 2009)
• 3/6/2012
"I think it was a good investment. I look forward to doing my master's there."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | yes | I have recommended it before. The education is a great value. |
| Program Reputation | 9 | It is ranked very highly for a state school. I think that it is the best for the money. |
| Program Quality | 8 | The Rutgers business program is the best education for the money. It is ranked 16th in the nation. |
| Instruction | 9 | The professors are very smart. They are often professionals in their respective fields. |
| How Difficult | 8 | The material is always up to date. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | The teaching is very innovative. There are hybrid courses. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 9 | The school provides scheduling for people who also work. The courses fill up fast. |
| Academic Facilities | 10 | Washington Park is the newest, greatest and latest facility for business students on the entire East Coast. |
| Social Life | 7 | The school is very diverse. There are many different groups with whom to relate. |
| Placement Services | 5 | I have not had much success with the job placement services. I would think that others have had better luck. |
| Alumni Network | 7 | There could be more alumni who respond to the needs of the recent graduates. I would appreciate more communication with them. |
Rutgers University • New Brunswick, NJ
Studying Business (completion in 2013)
• 3/10/2012
"I feel supported and like Im getting a great education. I feel it is a wonderful school."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | yes | Rutgers is a well known school that provides a great education. I would sing its praises to anyone. |
| Program Reputation | 10 | Rutgers is well known for its business program. They have had many prominent graduates |
| Program Quality | 9 | The courses are difficult but interesting. The students are a mix of people so while learning practical things, I am also learning how these practices are perceived by various cultures. |
| Instruction | 10 | The courses are geared towards real life use. The professors have owned or still own businesses and draw from their experiences. |
| How Difficult | 9 | The workload is heavy. There is a great deal of reading and tons of assignments. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | My program is more book based. However, there are often people out working on projects for other focuses | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 5 | I have taken several summer courses. There are a number of classes offered. |
| Academic Facilities | 8 | The school has a number of facilities. There are a number of buildings and classrooms under construction. |
| Social Life | 9 | There are constant rallies. There are also a number of different groups you can join. |
| Placement Services | I have not fully explored this feature. I will use it next year when I'm closer to graduation. | |
| Alumni Network | 10 | Alumni often host mixers or speak at campus events. Graduates are encouraged to meet with alumni. |
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