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Hamna Arshad
31 May 2025
Just coming here to say how disturbing recent events at this schools graduation were, a couple women were peacefully holding up signs when two aggressors harassed and physically assaulted the women. The victims were the ones to be escorted, but instead of taking action against the aggressors these women were escorted?! As a school that upholds values of "justice", this doesn't seems very justifiable?
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Adetutu AdebiyiLocal Guide
28 Mar 2025
Long review, read carefully! Great school, nobody is perfect. I attended JJAY for 2 1/2years from August 2020-May 2023. I only planned to do my bachelors on a full ride scholarship from high school track and field and JJAY sponsored my education full ride (athletic and educational scholarship). I can’t lie since i started during the pandemic I was nervous about online classes, yes it was difficult and challenging but that’s what advisors are for! If one doesn’t work out go to their office and demand to speak to their supervisor to request another one. I am always one to stick up for myself, so nobody can get over on me and I suggest that you do the same. Throughout my 3 years, I joined Black Student Union, and was their peer specialist in 2020-2021 when it started becoming more popular. While juggling 2 internships and having other activities, I still managed all while doing 5 classes each semester. In 2022-2023 I was the Graduate Student Representative and still managed a full time job with a non profit, and internship with pre law institute, while also being a church girl, Sunday school teacher, and studying for LSAT. JJAY has created MANY opportunities for everyone to grow at. You just have to find your scope! Closed mouths don’t get fed! Eventually my senior year as I was getting ready to end with a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice, I got an email that I was honored to join their BS/MA Combined Degree Program which I never ever knew about neither had I heard that a college had one. I simply denied because I was scared of the out of pocket costs, but they extended my scholarship to also cover my Master’s Degree program costs and as a result I ended up doing 2 Bachelors and 1 Masters in 2 1/2 years. 1 Degree in Criminal Justice, 1 Degree in Criminal Investigation and My Master’s in Criminal Justice Law. I maintained a 4.0 GPA since I started up until I graduated. I also assisted in the opening of African Student Association (ASA) in 2022 but could not maintain a seat due to hectic schedule, so I helped with assistance while also being on the Student Council Board Members 2022-2023. I honestly appreciated JJAY for everything from the experience that I shared with other students like myself to forming meaningful connections with professors who are also still assisting me with my Law School applications, and also writing my letters of recommendation. Although after I graduated, I became mentally overwhelmed that I decided to take 2 years to get myself together and take the LSAT and keep studying as it’s not an easy test and being a Black Boss Corporate Lawyer is my dream and God will make it happen. The only thing I wished was that JJAY had better prepared those that wants to do LSAT and go to Law School with free LSAT courses or better yet create a class specifically for that and it would have assisted students chances more. That was my only downside. The test has proven to be extremely difficult and important, this June will be my third time taking it, and I know by God’s Grace I will overcome. Anyone looking at applying, please do and don’t let anyone’s experiences doubt your abilities. Everyone is different and we all have different paths in life, don’t let someone’s mistake become your deterrence into achieving high with JJAY or any school for that matter. Also know what classes specifically you want to take and where you see yourself in the next 3-4 years. I Graduated without paying 1 cent in anything plus the school also funded me with mental health support 24/7. NEVER DROP A CLASS BECAUSE IT IS BORING OR A PROFESSOR SUCKS! If in that case stick it out and at the end dispute your grade 9/10 the school will always side with the students. Either turning that grade to a PASS OR FAIL, so that it won’t affect your GPA or go to the department and ask to be swapped to another class. Works like a charm! Be a true Bloodhound! Good Luck and God Bless everyone that is trying to make their lives better, we will overcome it. Know that with God nothing is impossible. I truly appreciate JJAY. I Love you all! My IG is @Adeebabyy
Part of a tour hosted by a pre college program for Columbia! The staff was very professional and guided eloquently. They articulated that it John Jay is one of the best criminal justice colleges and boasts renowned expertise in majors such as forensics!
Great place for your criminal justice undergrad. Multiple cafes and dining areas as well. BIG library.
The best criminal justice university nationwide, and I’m glad to be a part of it. So many great activities and helpful resources for the future. By the way, don’t forget to visit the cafeteria for a delicious meal.
Very nice school. I’m currently enrolled here as a first year and it has been a blast going to class. The school is huge and everything is so beautiful and the architecture is so interesting. The dining hall serves really good food and the school is so clean. The classrooms are so big and all the professor are so nice and helpful. The lounge is wonderful and there are plenty of places for you to stay as you wait for your next class.
I'm going to have classes here so I went to check it out and it's huge! It has 10 floors and is super clean. The lecture halls and the classes look cool and they have lots of places to sit and eat, and the ppl are nice and friendly :)) I'm not the best at reviews but I'm glad I chose JJ
Amazing architecture and stylish building! But more importantly, the programs here are great, the academic advisors here are amazing. They are always busy and making appointments with them is a pain in the butt but once you do, they are super helpful and make you feel so comfortable about that courses you are taking and your path to graduation. I do recommend!
