10/15/2025 via Google

10/15/2025
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I went today to find out what was going on with my tuition considering i originally had a pell grant that was supposed to be dispersed after the fall 2024 semester. It never dispersed and had a hold on my account and I called multiple times and visited multiple times to see what was going on and each time someone in any department would tell me it was a glitch in their system and they were actively trying to get it fixed. Needless to say I went this summer to the DeLand campus and their team actually told me I was not able to receive the grant because I missed 2 points, which is entirely my fault. However, this was 2 months ago and it is almost the end of the fall 2025 semester so it has been almost a year until this was actually told to me. I could have had my tuition paid off FOREVER ago. I go to the financial aid office and they tell me to go to the student accounts to set up a payment plan. Debra Leonard was the RUDEST person i have ever had to talk to in my entire 19 years of living and i work at mcdonald’s and that is saying something. Now i have to pay this tuition within 60 days without a payment plan. Mind you i never said a rude word to her in anyway shape or form and i was very polite. If you cannot handle and treat students with respect ESPECIALLY if they are giving you respect you should NOT be working with a college.

8/16/2025 via Google

8/16/2025
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I recently had the pleasure of meeting with Elena for a student advising session, and I can honestly say it was an exceptional experience. Elena went above and beyond to offer thoughtful guidance and unwavering support throughout our meeting. Her dedication and genuine care made the session not only incredibly helpful but also deeply insightful. She took the time to ensure I had all the information I needed, answering my questions thoroughly and providing valuable advice tailored to my goals. I truly appreciate her commitment and the effort she invested in helping me navigate my academic journey. I highly recommend meeting with Elena to anyone seeking knowledgeable and compassionate advising—she truly makes a difference! Rosemarie Espinal

8/12/2025 via Google

8/12/2025
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I loved Daytona State College. I ended up being a long-term student. I first attended when it was a community college when I had a young family. I finished an Assoc. of Arts in Business Admin and Mgmt. in 2015. The business and accounting classes taught then were outstanding and the accounting proficiency I obtained landed me an amazing job with Yale Law School, where I worked for 12 years and was promoted twice. Most of my classes were online and many were not easy, but I gained an excellent education. I had previously attended Brigham Young University after High School and it was top-notch. Daytona State College did not disappoint. They worked with me so well, even when I enrolled from out-of-state for classes. I don't know how much it has changed in the last decade, but I highly recommend it, based on my experience. I felt like when I received my degree that I had earned it. Not a fake piece of paper from a college who graduates students whether they have learned anything, or not. If that is all you want, then attend someplace else. Just know, I succeeded in my jobs and in my current self-employment because they prepared me well. I am a grateful alum! I only wish I could have gone on to obtain a bachelor's degree.