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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My kid would love a co-op program but probably won't have the admissions criteria to get into Drexel or Northeastern. Any other choices for a 3.6 kid with terrible scores and no AP classes? I think he would like to work and head to more of a professional program.  Business major.[/quote]

Look at SJU - St. Joseph’s University in Philly. They have a great co-op program and a terrific, accredited business school. Kids make about $30k while cooping during two semesters (sophomore and senior or junior year) and they take summer classes to make up missed coursework. [/quote]

Did you have a child who went there? Pros and cons of the school in general. It's high on my son's list right now. Thanks![/quote]

It was a strong contender for my daughter. We loved it. Pros: It felt like it had the best parts of some other schools with a less competitive vibe. It felt nurturing, homey, and had a great energy, even though we visited during a pandemic. They had returned to some in-person classes, and there were still a lot of online-only classes, but kids were out and about, wearing masks but having fun. It's the type of school where people stop you if you look lost and ask you if you need help.

Cons: They're on the verge of a merger with another Philly college. I guess in theory, St. Joe's remains strong in business and U. of the Sciences remains strong in the sciences, and they share some administrative functions. It seemed a little shaky to me.

To the OP, I think your kid will get into Drexel, esp. if they get that score a little higher. But St. Joe's is a good idea, too. 
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