Daniel Webster College

Lomcevak · February 18th, 2006, 21:21

What is Daniel Webster College's reputation in the aviation industry? I've heard the other school has a great reputation, but what do people think of DWC's program/grads?

MrLeisure757 · February 18th, 2006, 21:46

I don't go to DWC, but I've spent quite a bit of time over there through an ACE Camp two summers ago, flying out of the same airport, and talking to many friends that go there. Webster seems to have a good program although it's smaller compared to the others (Riddle, North Dakota.) What I really like(d) about Webster was the fact they flew aircraft that other schools didn't...(Cessna Crusader, Cap-10, Mooney, Grob Motorgliders.) But they not longer use the Crusader, Cap-10 and the Mooneys from what I understand. Another thing to keep in mind is the size, it's a smaller school in a town considered a "city" in New Hampshire. I'm not sure where you are from, but if you are interested in going here, I suggest to take a tour, spend some time there and in the area and see how you like it. When it comes down to it, I do not think you would be making a bad decision because of the reputation the school gets. I hope I helped a little. I know there are a few DWC grads/students here on board, so they can help you much more with questions about the school. But when it comes to questions about the area in general, I can help...I'm only 30 minutes from the school. Good luck in your decision.
Adam

DE727UPS · February 18th, 2006, 22:33

"What is Daniel Webster College's reputation in the aviation industry?"

Never heard of the place. Guess the rep is no big deal.

What are your goals in aviation?

wheelsup · February 18th, 2006, 23:16

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Originally Posted by Lomcevak

What is Daniel Webster College's reputation in the aviation industry? I've heard the other school has a great reputation, but what do people think of DWC's program/grads?

I grew up in Nashua, less than a mile from Boire Field and DWC. DWC is HUGE in the corporate arena. Their program is much more focused on the scholastic side of learning to fly, with the addition of gliders and aerobatics in their aviation program. The downside? When I graduated Nashua High, a few people I knew went to DWC and I went to ERAU. By the time I started instructing, they only had their private-instrument.

I didn't go there because I lived there and wanted to get away. Calling Nashua a "town" is a bit of a stretch. Oracle, Raytheon, Lockheed Martin all have large offices there. Boston Center and Approach control is there. Besides being cold as heck in the winter, it's an awesome place to live. Lots of outdoor activities within an hour of Nashua. Best of all - no income tax! The economy there is growing like wildfire, Boire has more and more biz jet operators. The largest PC-12 charter outpit used to be located there but they relocated to MHT due to a lack of space.

The previous poster is right, they've gotten rid of their Mooneys and Crusaders and swapped them for Piper products. I wasn't aware of them getting rid of the Grobs though. The diverse flying was/is a big draw for that school.

MrLeisure757 · February 18th, 2006, 23:27

I didn't say that they got rid of the Grobs. I still see those flying all the time when I'm over there.

I think Webster is more known in the New England area than anything else. Outside of NE, I'm not so sure people even know what it is.

LouieP · February 19th, 2006, 11:39

I went to DWC. Not a bad place but I guess I just have a gripe with collegiate aviation. Their fleet is awesome. All R model 172's with Garmin 430's and HSI's. The arrows and seminoles are all only a couple of years old. The problem I saw was poor management of the flight schedule. There was always a short of instructors and or airplanes. I was sick of being always put on standby so I cut my time short there and just took the associate's degree in flight and discontinued my flying there. Not only did I save thousands I'm also instructing already and pushing 700 hours when the rest of my classmates are still struggling to get an instructor to finish their commercial. I only have a few online classes left through Riddle for my B.S. As for Nashua I thought it was a pretty nice place. But to be honest there isn't much to do. Being from NY I thought it was a little bit slow for me. DWC falls under the category of being a suitcase college. Lots of people would pack up and leave on the weekend to go home or to other campuses to find something to do. The campus is small but perfectly located right on the field. No matter what dorm you are in it will only be a 5 minute walk to the flight center. When you go for a tour make them take you into Lincoln Hall. It is by far the worse dorm on campus and it was where I was my freshmen year. At least if you check it out and get stuck in there then you know what you are getting into. Out of everything that DWC offers I feel the best advantage, if you complete their whole program, is becoming a CFI with them. They get paid hourly plus a stipend for every hour that they teach. Not to mention full benefits. You start as a CFI and will receive free upgrades to CFII and MEI. Sorry for just throwing so much random information out but let me know if you have any other questions. Good luck in your decision.

nwa757 · February 20th, 2006, 00:48

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Originally Posted by DE727UPS

"What is Daniel Webster College's reputation in the aviation industry?"

Never heard of the place. Guess the rep is no big deal.

What are your goals in aviation?

You've never heard of the place? Well I have never heard of such ignorance as the amount that you spew on these boards.

So, Mr. 757. Mr. Big Shot. Mr. "I like to brag about my experience" (even though real professionals arent as weird about it)....

Daniel Webster College has an outstanding aviation education. We had in-depth studies of Crew Resource Management, Applied Flight Dynamics, Advanced Aircraft Systems, Human Factors of Flight, Flight Safety, Aviation Law, Aircraft Economics, Calculus, Physics, Professional Writing, Public Speaking and Micrometeorology. I'm not just talking about brief courses, I am talking about in-depth aeronautical study of the IMPORTANT foundations needed to be a good pilot. Additionally, the New England IFR, busy ATC environment is sooo important, and something that many kids miss out on by going to a 'good-weather' school.

Anyone that whines about the pace of training at this college doesn't try hard enough and may not have the motivation to make it in this industry. I graduated in 3.5 years with my MEII and an airline internship. The possibilities are great at this college and the cognitive airmanship foundation taught by ex-military and airline professors is second to none.

DE727UPS · February 20th, 2006, 03:23

"You've never heard of the place? Well I have never heard of such ignorance as the amount that you spew on these boards."

Well...there ya go. Thanks for the education. Now I've heard of the place....

MrLeisure757 · February 20th, 2006, 09:43

Hey I never said anything negative about the school. I wouldn't have applied there (and been accepted) if I didn't think that it was a good place. But it is a good place for some people. For me? No, I need to leave this state and see what else is out there.

stuckingfk · February 20th, 2006, 10:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by nwa757

You've never heard of the place? Well I have never heard of such ignorance as the amount that you spew on these boards.

So, Mr. 757. Mr. Big Shot. Mr. "I like to brag about my experience" (even though real professionals arent as weird about it)....

Daniel Webster College has an outstanding aviation education. We had in-depth studies of Crew Resource Management, Applied Flight Dynamics, Advanced Aircraft Systems, Human Factors of Flight, Flight Safety, Aviation Law, Aircraft Economics, Calculus, Physics, Professional Writing, Public Speaking and Micrometeorology. I'm not just talking about brief courses, I am talking about in-depth aeronautical study of the IMPORTANT foundations needed to be a good pilot. Additionally, the New England IFR, busy ATC environment is sooo important, and something that many kids miss out on by going to a 'good-weather' school.

Anyone that whines about the pace of training at this college doesn't try hard enough and may not have the motivation to make it in this industry. I graduated in 3.5 years with my MEII and an airline internship. The possibilities are great at this college and the cognitive airmanship foundation taught by ex-military and airline professors is second to none.

tool

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February 18th, 2006, 21:46	#2
MrLeisure757 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: . Posts: 751	I don't go to DWC, but I've spent quite a bit of time over there through an ACE Camp two summers ago, flying out of the same airport, and talking to many friends that go there. Webster seems to have a good program although it's smaller compared to the others (Riddle, North Dakota.) What I really like(d) about Webster was the fact they flew aircraft that other schools didn't...(Cessna Crusader, Cap-10, Mooney, Grob Motorgliders.) But they not longer use the Crusader, Cap-10 and the Mooneys from what I understand. Another thing to keep in mind is the size, it's a smaller school in a town considered a "city" in New Hampshire. I'm not sure where you are from, but if you are interested in going here, I suggest to take a tour, spend some time there and in the area and see how you like it. When it comes down to it, I do not think you would be making a bad decision because of the reputation the school gets. I hope I helped a little. I know there are a few DWC grads/students here on board, so they can help you much more with questions about the school. But when it comes to questions about the area in general, I can help...I'm only 30 minutes from the school. Good luck in your decision. Adam

February 18th, 2006, 22:33	#3
DE727UPS Old Skool Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 6,522	"What is Daniel Webster College's reputation in the aviation industry?" Never heard of the place. Guess the rep is no big deal. What are your goals in aviation?

February 18th, 2006, 23:27	#5
MrLeisure757 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: . Posts: 751	I didn't say that they got rid of the Grobs. I still see those flying all the time when I'm over there. I think Webster is more known in the New England area than anything else. Outside of NE, I'm not so sure people even know what it is.

February 19th, 2006, 11:39	#6
LouieP Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 112	I went to DWC. Not a bad place but I guess I just have a gripe with collegiate aviation. Their fleet is awesome. All R model 172's with Garmin 430's and HSI's. The arrows and seminoles are all only a couple of years old. The problem I saw was poor management of the flight schedule. There was always a short of instructors and or airplanes. I was sick of being always put on standby so I cut my time short there and just took the associate's degree in flight and discontinued my flying there. Not only did I save thousands I'm also instructing already and pushing 700 hours when the rest of my classmates are still struggling to get an instructor to finish their commercial. I only have a few online classes left through Riddle for my B.S. As for Nashua I thought it was a pretty nice place. But to be honest there isn't much to do. Being from NY I thought it was a little bit slow for me. DWC falls under the category of being a suitcase college. Lots of people would pack up and leave on the weekend to go home or to other campuses to find something to do. The campus is small but perfectly located right on the field. No matter what dorm you are in it will only be a 5 minute walk to the flight center. When you go for a tour make them take you into Lincoln Hall. It is by far the worse dorm on campus and it was where I was my freshmen year. At least if you check it out and get stuck in there then you know what you are getting into. Out of everything that DWC offers I feel the best advantage, if you complete their whole program, is becoming a CFI with them. They get paid hourly plus a stipend for every hour that they teach. Not to mention full benefits. You start as a CFI and will receive free upgrades to CFII and MEI. Sorry for just throwing so much random information out but let me know if you have any other questions. Good luck in your decision.

February 20th, 2006, 03:23	#8
DE727UPS Old Skool Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 6,522	"You've never heard of the place? Well I have never heard of such ignorance as the amount that you spew on these boards." Well...there ya go. Thanks for the education. Now I've heard of the place....

February 20th, 2006, 09:43	#9
MrLeisure757 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: . Posts: 751	Hey I never said anything negative about the school. I wouldn't have applied there (and been accepted) if I didn't think that it was a good place. But it is a good place for some people. For me? No, I need to leave this state and see what else is out there.