Davenport University

I regret taking out loans to be in this program for OT. The worst part is, most of the courses do not transfer to other OT programs. I wanted to leave so badly. I felt stuck in the program and I can not believe how expensive and unorganized it is. Students also have to make up for the faculties lack of organization and lack of communication by going out of their way to facilitate communication for facility. Doing this, on top of the demands of the program made it unnecessarily stressful. Sadly, I... Read More also had a terrible fieldwork level one experience. The patients literally didn't want to work with students, so we just sat in the waiting room at the clinic we were assigned to. The patients at this clinic were very unmotivated because they did not know what occupational therapy could offer them. None of the patients were at the clinic for occupational therapy services and no occupational therapists even worked at the clinic. When I brought these concerns to faculty, I was not listened to. Some of the faculty did not take any accountability and as a result did not take action to make improve the program.

I would not recommend this school or program for OT. For the amount of money, time, and dedication you spend attending a graduate program, there is no organization or communication. This is both with the program and the school itself. Higher-level management will not take responsibility for their actions (or lack of). You often will not receive responses through email for weeks at a time. Students did lose out on fieldwork placements from out of state/their preference due to lack of communication.... Read More Feedback and grading on assignments would take up to the end of the semester and students had a hard time understanding where they stood in the classroom. Yet, as a graduate student are held up to a high standard but staff (not all but some) will not take accountability. University and program feedback was always asked for but never improved upon and sometimes you'd be reprimanded for doing so. I attended and graduated from this school for 2.5 years and I was never notified that they did not have my undergraduate degree on record until after I was done with my coursework. This cost me over $50+ for their lack of communication and direction from the registrar's office. The small classes were the only bonus of this university and there are a few staff members who truly care about your learning.

I am immensely grateful to Davenport University for the extraordinary support they have provided to my daughter during her time as a dual enrollment high school student. Navigating through the registration process of courses at Davenport and other universities was an intricate task, particularly given some unique circumstances we were dealing with. Throughout this challenging time, Felicia, the dual enrollment officer at Davenport University, stood out as a beacon of support and guidance. Her patient,... Read More warm-hearted, and considerate demeanor made a world of difference. She was incredibly responsive, ensuring that all our queries and concerns were addressed promptly. Her unwavering patience and kindness, even when we brought extra work to her table, speak volumes about her dedication and commitment to the success of the students. What is particularly commendable about Davenport University is their credibility and the recognition of their credits across other universities in Michigan. This aspect greatly eased our concerns about credit transfer, providing us with confidence that my daughter's academic progress was secure and valued. I highly recommend Davenport University to other high school students considering dual enrollment. The support and resources provided by the university, coupled with the dedication of staff like Felicia, ensure a seamless and positive learning experience. Davenport University not only stands out for its academic excellence but also for its commitment to student success and well-being.

My professors were awful, late yo posting week announcements, so I'd start the week off behind not knowing what was due when. If professors didn't properly communicate expectations or details on work that was due, don't expect a response from a professor for atleast three business days. Oh and if you're struggling with the material, the professors actually tell you to Google it "research it and find confidence in your own answer". Their lazy and not willing to be helpful. It's just a pay check to... Read More them. I've wasted two months of my GI bill and im infuriated.

I absolutely do not recommend Davenport (Warren campus) do not waste your time or money looking into applying for their program. The left hand never know what the right hand Is doing! Very unorganized, and none caring... there arent any tutors available to help, except for the ones they have online that barely respond to you because they work! L. is no help, all she does is refer you to talk to your professors, but she is suppose to be the one there to help us figure out how to help us achieve, but... Read More instead of doing that, she recommend you just drop! How easy is that to do, no how about you help us figure out where the disconnect is, and help us! Do not waste your time...

My experience with Davenport has been outstanding. My advisor has gone above and beyond to support me as an older student who works FT and is raising children to boot. My Professors are experienced professionals who have experience conducting research and working in the field. My peers are a mix of colleagues and people new to the profession, and are a wide variety of ages and abilities. I feel that I have received a well-rounded education that has truly prepared me to do the best work of my career.... Read More

This school claims to gear around adult learning, yet they basically forced me to quit my shop because of the ridiculous schedule they assign students. I had to beg and cry to have them change it, they didn't. They said it was my responsibility to convince someone to switch with me. I do not agree with the scheduling protocol and how everything is put through a random generator (I don't believe that) I am pretty sure they choose which students get the better schedule according to who they favor.... Read More The entire faculty is unprepared. I made a mistake making the choice to commit to Davenport. Every semester feels like they are setting us up for failure. I would NEVER recommend anyone to this school.

This school claims to gear around adult learning, yet they basically forced me to quit my shop because of the ridiculous schedule they assign students. I had to beg and cry to have them change it, they didn't. They said it was my responsibility to convince someone to switch with me. I do not agree with the scheduling protocol and how everything is put through a random generator (I don't believe that) I am pretty sure they choose which students get the better schedule according to who they favor.... Read More The entire faculty is unprepared. I made a mistake making the choice to commit to Davenport. Every semester feels like they are setting us up for failure. I would NEVER recommend anyone to this school.

Pursuing Davenport Universitys Healthcare MBA program or an MBA program was not part of my plan. I was a Medical Degree candidate at Univ. South Florida Morsani College of Medicine (USF MCOM) However, due to twist and turns of life, I had to transfer my Year I and II completed at USF MCOM to an offshore program that had an affiliation with MBA program. To help with financial needs at a foreign medical school that is not eligible for Title IV loans; I decided to tap into my family profession, i.e.... Read More business, which has been one of the most fulfilling pursuits based on underlying circumstances. I am in an online program; hence it is self-directed instruction. However, the professors ensure that you are meeting the deadlines, going in the right direction and chose the right textbooks and software programs accompanying the books. The selected book and Cengage or MindTap learning accompanying the textbooks is similar to Professor instruction; however, the only benefit is you can work around to complete the education at your pace. Similar to many online programs, which have become a backdoor for students who are trying to work, attend dual degrees or raise a family in the midst of the economic recession; the ultimate challenge is to be in-charge of your education. It is not similar to the traditional learning because we do not have face to face contact with professors and peers that help us stay motivated. Hence, joining member-at-large online honor societies, business networking groups enables a student to make the necessary connections to be ready for the competitive job market.

Davenport University is a small college that offers rigorous coursework, diversity, an abundance of student life activities and most importantly a community that will support one to excel in both your professional and personal life. Davenport is committed to helping all students earn their degree and is one of the top colleges in the nation for returning veterans. One will find that professors do more than just instruct classes, they offer continual support and guidance to their students long after... Read More a class ends. Davenport University is a Division II school that offers over over 30 sports for students to continue with their athletic passion while achieving their degree. When you hear a Davenport University commercial that says "get where the world is going", they are not kidding.