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Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology Boston, MA

Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology
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  • Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Categories Comments
    Tips for prospective students

    you will find out more than you expected.
    In three sentences

    BFIT is a good college for student who want to have a skill for their lifetime.

  • Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Categories Comments
    Campus Safety

    Security guards on location at all times that classes are offered and even when there isn't.
    Greek Life

    Phi Beta Kappa is this schools only fraternity.
    Clubs and Activities

    The school offers plenty of clubs to further your education, from SAE (society of automotive engineers) to GSA (gay straight alliance). Each club offers events and projects that focuses on bringing what we learn in class to everyday challenges.
    Great for these types of students

    This school is great for students who know what they want and are willing to put in the work to get great results in the end.
    Bang for the buck

    The school is a two-year trade school that offers high job placement rates after graduation with a supporting alumni. Comparing to other technical schools in the area Benjamin Franklin out ranks them in terms of turning students from intrigued to expert.
    What to do for fun

    Plenty of clubs and outside organizations to become a part of, between classes students spend time in Ben's Den where everything from board games to bar games are available to pass the time.
    Food and Dining

    No cafeterias, or food halls within the campus it self but surrounding pizzerias recognize your involvement with the school and give out discounts as well as having Northeastern right up the road, Benjamin Franklin offers a meal plan to use with Northeastern large campus life dining options.
    Dorm Life

    There is a hotel about half a mile away from the campus.
    Academic Rigor

    Assignments everyday as well as lab work and outside research are required here in terms of work expected out of you from day 1.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be sure that this is the path your willing to choose because once committed your thrown in with the best of them. Hands-on education follows class work which not only prepares you intellectually but skill wise.
    In three sentences

    Benjamin Franklin is a school for the student not looking for a conventional, behind a desk kind of job in the future. It takes hobbies and turns them into careers whilst training you to be the best in your given field. Students here are expected to reach their academic potential because teachers at this institution help you every step of the way.

  • Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Categories Comments
    Campus Safety

    Benjamin Franklin is a really safe campus from what i know the amount of theft is very low and violence is almost never heard of.
    Clubs and Activities

    Theirs a couple of different clubs you can join.
    Great for these types of students

    This school is great for students who want to continue their education and are serious about learning. Its a small school which has its benefits. teachers get to know you well and you get to know your teachers well.
    Bang for the buck

    The school is well priced in my eyes. Its a private two year college but they also offer a 4 year program for the automotive department which i think is great.
    What to do for fun

    For fun Bens Den is located in the basement where you have various different aracde games and a pool table.
    Food and Dining

    The food in the area is great, local sub shops give you a discount for going to school at Benjamin Franklin which is really nice of them. Their is a wide range variety of different places to go out and eat.
    Dorm Life

    i live off of campus so i cant speak for the dorm life but i have friends that dorm at Benjamin Franklin. Its real close to campus and well kept from what i hear.
    Academic Rigor

    As far as academics go, the automotive department is rigorous. The automotive field is growing daily but if you show up every day, try your hardest, ask questions when needed, and do all your work you will be fine.
    Tips for prospective students

    For students to come stay focused and dont be afraid to ask any questions.
    In three sentences

    Benjamin Franklin is a great school with great teachers and class mates. I always thought i was going to feel lost in college but at Benjamin Franklin i fit right in. Its a great school with teachers that really know what they're doing.

  • Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.

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    Categories Comments
    Great for these types of students

    Always take advantage of a good opportunity
    Tips for prospective students

    You only get out what you put in. Stay focus n motivated.
    Bang for the buck

    I will know after I'm done with the course.
    Will enjoy being here

    Must keep a postive frame of mind no matter where I'm at.
    Will learn a lot

    Only if i apply myself.