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St. John's College is truly one of a kind. There are few schools that offer a great books program, even fewer schools where that program is the only major, and only one school where that major is the center of campus life. Some may consider it a weakness that St. John's encloses its students in a bubble from the outside world in order to think deeply about great books that are over 100 years old, or even 1000 years old, but that isn't a fair look at what the Program offers. On the surface, St. John's... Read More offers a look into the great works of Western Civilization, but in essence, the program offers a glimpse into what has persisted from thousands of years ago up until now, and is still continuing to persist: that is the relationship and interaction between man and the world around him. St. John's College considers the inquiry into this relationship so seriously that it influences even leisurely activities such as the intramural program, joking in the dining hall, or drinking with your friends on the weekend. If four years of this sounds appealing, then St. John's is the school for you.

I could not have asked for a better undergraduate college to attend. They do not call us "Fisher Family" for no reason. The whole community and atmosphere here is overwhelming open and comfortable for any one to join in on. We are an quite a small college, which I personally love! Being able to pass people and know most of them, or at least some of them is comforting to me and makes me feel like I am right at home. The professors here are the same way here. Since the school is smaller, every professor... Read More that I have had knows my name and remembers me years after I have had them. They truly care about their student's success and needs and this was proved to me even more so during my current year as a senior when applying to law schools. A handful of professors took the time to help look over things needed for the application process and took time out of their busy schedules to write me letters of recommendation. This was all extra, out of class time that they dedicated to me to help me succeed and get accepted into law school. When I told them that I had been accepted they were over the moon about it, and could not be happier for me. This was one of the best feelings and just secured my love and passion for Fisher even more. I had the best four years here, and could not imagine myself going anywhere else for my undergraduate career.

St. John Fisher College is a beautiful private school in the suburbs of Rochester, NY. Being a Fisher Cardinal is an amazing experience. The school is small, but there is always something to do. There are many intramural sports leagues all year long where you can meet a lot of different people. There is an annual dance for charity called the Teddi Dance for Love, which is a 24 hour dance for charity. Academically, Fisher will challenge you to be the best student you can be. The professors really... Read More care about their students and Fisher makes you feel at home.

St. John Fisher's graduate program for Mental Health Counseling has small classroom sizes that foster an interactive learning environment. Most, if not all, professors are practicing counselors in the field and they often relate current problems they encountered into lecture. We are encouraged to have class discussions and also have online discussions via the Blackboard site. There are also several high-tech session rooms where we can practice and record counseling sessions and learn from them. Coursework... Read More keeps us busy but is by no means busy work. The students and professors all have solid relationships built on respect and empathy for one another. We are able to talk to our professors about any concerns. The tuition is very affordable compared to other counseling programs in the area. There are also options for part-time or full-time to accommodate student schedules. Lastly, there is an extensive network of St. John Fisher MHC alumni across New York State that faculty have already gotten students in touch with. This is very important for our program internships, post-graduation certification/supervision hours, and eventually career planning. Since our professors are working as counselors it can be difficult to see them for office hours. They almost always respond to emails within a day though and work with you to schedule a good time to meet. Commuting to school is not a problem for me but there is no bus transportation off of campus. It's hard to think of any other cons, St. John Fisher has been everything I hoped for and more from a graduate school.

While there seems to be a lack of diversity, at least in the graduate programs, the faculty and staff is very accommodating and understanding. The program rigor is has been challenging, however very necessary. I have learned so much and it is all very applicable to my field of study. What I love most, is the theory to practice experiences. The professors teach content that can and should go from theory to practice. Aside from that, the grounds are beautiful, and there is food everywhere. The campus... Read More has impeccable technology, that is easily accessible to students and the library is the best, with three floors of information and a third floor designated for studying. Fisher is a pretty awesome school!

Pros: The SJFC MBA Program is great for undergraduate alumni seeking a painless application process. Alumni also receive a $500 scholarship for enrolling in the program. Class sizes are small, typically 15-25 students. I'm not just a number to my professors or a first name. Most of my professors know more about me than a general acquaintance. The core course requirements educate me on more areas of business than management. Core course examples are, Integrated Advanced Financial and Accounting Analysis... Read More and Business Strategy and Policy. Alumni and Faculty have great contacts to assist students in getting a job. Cons: There is a lack of diversity on campus. Living near campus is expensive. Not many courses are available to take online. Some courses are only offered in either Spring or Fall semesters.

The fisher nursing program is one of the best programs in the state of New York. It has paved the way for me in my career thus far as a critical care nurse and the in depth studying and practice in the sim-labs really prepared me for real life nursing care in the hospital. The smaller class sizes and experience/knowledge these professors have that they share with students is second to none. Fisher is an excellent place for any potential nursing degree student who wants to stand out and lead others... Read More with their knowledge and skills in the profession upon graduation.

The Wegman's School of Nursing is an outstanding program for undergraduate and graduate students. The facility has a state of the art simulation center that places students at the bedside and allows them to practice skills they have learned in the hospital and in the classroom. The faculty is phenomenal and are always willing to help their students succeed. The school is located in Rochester NY, a center for many high-quality medical centers. The only significant con would be that the school is expensive,... Read More but there are a lot of resources to help students find financial aid.