3.5

Janice Cobb

Accounting - Texas Christian University

3.5
Quality
4.1
Difficulty
38%
Would Retake
115
Reviews
3.5
Quality
4.1
Difficulty
3.6
Helpful
3.3
Clarity

38%

Would Retake

115

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Do NOT take this class

FINREPI - 3.0 rating

Professor Cobb is the best teacher I have had since starting college

ACCT1 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

78%

Textbook Required

64%

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Based on 22 grades
Most common grades:
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Grade Distribution
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Based on 26 reported grades
A: 8
A-: 4
B: 3
B-: 3
Common Tags
Lots of homework (13)
Tough grader (9)
Participation matters (7)
Get ready to read (4)
Skip class? You won't pass. (4)
Gives good feedback (3)
Accessible outside class (3)
So many papers (3)
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Reviews (115)
5.0
5.0
INTERMED2
Mar 27, 2003

The class material is hard, and the class goes fast, but she will do anything she can to help you get through it.

4.0
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ACCTII
Apr 10, 2003

It is very hard and challanging but she is easily aviable to meet outside of class. And she goes really really fast.

4.0
3.0
ACCT
May 27, 2003

Great teacher, will do what she can to help you understand

5.0
5.0
INTERM12
Nov 2, 2003

Cobb is an AMAZING teacher. Probably the BEST accounting teacher in TCU. She really knows her stuff! The class is very hard though, but you'll learn a lot! She's also ALWAYS there for help!

5.0
3.0
ACCTII
Nov 17, 2003

Professor Cobb is probably the best teacher I have had at TCU. Her class is difficult, but it forces you to learn the material.

5.0
3.0
INTERII
Nov 24, 2003

Very good

5.0
5.0
ACCT
Dec 4, 2003

Cobb is amazing If you are going to be fin or acct you should take her for intro fin acct. You will be happy you did later. Hard class, labor intensive, but she is with you the whole way.Make your grades early;Final is death. She is as fair as can be

5.0
4.0
ACCOUNTING
Mar 22, 2004

Very difficult, but she's a great teacher. Ask questions and if you still don't understand make an appointment!

5.0
5.0
FINAACCT
Jul 26, 2004

teaches really well. Expects a lot. Make sure you do your homework, it helps! Hard class but it's just a hard subject. by far the best teacher at Tcu. Very fair. Final is unexpectedly hard. She expects you to know the hardest stuff

5.0
3.0
ACCOUNTING
Aug 19, 2004

Prof Cobb is THE BEST professor at TCU, hands down. She has been the CFO of a few companies, so she knows what she is talking about. She is very difficult, but if you put in the time, and GET HELP, you can get an A. I'd go with her over any professor.

4.0
3.0
FINANACCT
Aug 28, 2004

Although most people think she's hard, she only wants u 2 stay on top of things. I managed to get an A in her class. I advice u to take her class if u really want to learn. If you are willing to work in her class, then ull have no problem gettin an A too.

5.0
3.0
ACCT
Oct 8, 2004

Mrs. Cobb (Mrs. Brightwell) is excellent. I had her for Inter 1 & 2, and Adv Acct. Stay on top of your homework and study for the quizes. The finals are very hard. She will prepair you for the real world. I wish all my Professors were as good.

5.0
3.0
ACCT1
Oct 27, 2004

She knows what she is doing. The class isnt for everyone, lots of busy work. Lots of people drop. Tests seem hard, get good grades though.

5.0
2.0
INTOTOACCT
Nov 16, 2004

I cannot say enough about her, she is so helpful, and really wants you to succeed. She has the interest of her students high in her regaurds. Expect to work hard, but you will love her.

4.0
4.0
INTERACCTII
Jan 3, 2005

Top five hardest class as TCU. From day one the work load is insane. She is a good teacher though and she bypasses the book. DON'T GET BEHIND!!

5.0
5.0
ACCOUNTING
Jan 19, 2005

Awesome teacher, impossible class.

4.0
5.0
COST
Feb 8, 2005

dude dont listen to these people.She is a killer.She will make sure that you will change your major.if you are taking her do not accept to take anything else.I promise.stay away from her

2.0
5.0
INTERACCOUNT
Feb 11, 2005

Not too found of her at this point... she has given us an insane workload, and then tells you what she wants on the papers, but leaves out details that she wants you to question. Then when she corrects the papers, she writes sarcastic remarks, like we are stupid. That's pretty condesending.

2.0
5.0
COST
Feb 19, 2005

she is just insane.She expects that you are only taking her class.Does not tell what she wants in the assignments.DONT TAKE HER

1.0
5.0
ACCOUNTING
Feb 23, 2005

We aren't all accounting geeks and that's what she thinks we are. The most ridiculous professor I have had here. Loves leaving out details and giving an insane load of homework. Also picky and anal with EVERYTHING.

2.0
5.0
INTCOST
Feb 26, 2005

Might as well go to TCC where for a lesser tuition you may actually learn something instead of simply memorizing. She leaves out all the important details and then questions you about those details on her exams. Nice person but worst teacher b/c unless you memorize everything youself, you wont pass

1.0
5.0
COST
Feb 26, 2005

Cost is such an easy class but she makes it too confusing. DO NOT TAKE HER unless she is your last option and you have no other choice! She thinks her class is the only class that exists and there is something due EVERY CLASS. Good class to take ALONE, bad for every other reason!

1.0
5.0
COST
Feb 28, 2005

No Comments

5.0
2.0
COSTACCT
Apr 7, 2005

Cobb is probably one of the best professors I've had at TCU. You do have to actually learn to do well in her class, but she makes that so wasy to do. Cost is an EASY A... VERY EASY A...just dont be lazy like these other people who gave her bad ratings probably were

2.0
4.0
COST
Apr 8, 2005

SHE IS FREAKIN STUPID.SHE TRYS TO BE ALL PROFESSIONAL BUT DOES NOT WORK.JUST CRAZY.I DONT WANA USE THE WORD BUT MAN.NEVER SEEN SOMEBODY LIKE HER

5.0
2.0
FINANCIAL
Apr 11, 2005

She is an awesome teacher. She makes it very easy to understand and you know exactly what will be on the tests. It is so possible to make an A. You just have to go to class, do hw before class, and study for tests. It isnt that bad at all.

1.0
5.0
COST
Apr 16, 2005

I'm trying my hardest in this class and still barely getting a D... everytime I talk to her, she just beats around the question and that really isn't helping in my paper writing. Tests are just crazy. I think she means well, but she needs to reexamine some of her methods.

5.0
3.0
COSTACCT
May 7, 2005

The class is very rigorous (ie, Cobb), but really not difficult. Do your work and you will be fine. Final is complicated, so know your stuff...Still nothing compared to the int. II final. After Int. II (w/cobb), this class is a breeze. Cobb is by far the best to learn accounting from at TCU.

5.0
4.0
INTERMEDIATE2
May 23, 2005

Cobb is one of the best accounting profs at TCU. The class material is tough, but she works with you to make it so that it is understandable. The project and the paper can really boost your grade.

5.0
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INTERMIII
Jun 16, 2005

Very good teacher, If you do your work, you'll be fine. Plus, she's very helpful and easy to contact.

4.0
4.0
INTI
Jun 28, 2005

Cobb is one of the best professors at TCU. But that does not mean she is easy. She ISN'T!!! Go to class and study like crazy. You will learn so much and it will prepare you for INT. II.

5.0
3.0
FINAACCT
Nov 23, 2005

Great teacher. She is very patient and very helpful. Wants to make sure you learn the stuff.

5.0
2.0
ACCT
Nov 28, 2005

Take her for sure. Anyone has a chance to make an A in that class if they do the material out of her white folder and hw is easy because you can do it ("copy")right before class bc she waits awhile to take it up.

5.0
3.0
FINAACCT
Dec 4, 2005

Scares the crap out of you in the beginning few quizzes and tests, but everything works out in the end. she makes it to where you can make up for bad test grades. Good teacher, prepares you a lot.

5.0
3.0
FINANCIALACCT
Apr 20, 2006

Wonderful professor! Always working to help students succeed. One of the best you'll ever find. Take her for sure.

4.0
3.0
COSTACCOUNTING
Jun 1, 2006

Great teacher, but the class is a difficult. She randomly takes up the homework, and there are quizzes every week, which means you have to keep up on your work. The case studies are also tough and take up alot of time. Class is hard, but worth it.

5.0
4.0
FINANACCT
Jul 5, 2006

she is amazing! she defines the words and unlike a lot of acct professsors, she teaches you and then gives u hw instead of vice versa! her binder is a big help. she is nice and respectful and makes class fun. acct is not an easy subject, but if u have to take it, take her!

2.0
5.0
ACCT2015
Nov 2, 2006

*sigh...this is a difficult class and if you are not a business major don't take her. She moves very fast-her office hours were after class. When you asked for help (and somethimes just didn't know what to ask because you were confused) she told you to study harder and would leave you. She is very good about responding to e-mails

4.0
2.0
ACCTSECT
Nov 23, 2006

She's just awesome. The class seemed extremely overwhelming at first (contrary to what others said, at the beginning she DOES give you homework before she really explains anything). There is alot of homework - but it's a completion grade. If you pay attention in class, and do the work - quizzes and tests are a BREEZE! Her binder is SO helpful too!

5.0
3.0
ACCTFINA
Nov 30, 2006

she's a great teacher. definately the lesser of the evils in the accounting dept. she creates this binder for you before the semester and it has a copy of basically every quiz you will take. i went to her one day during her office hours and told her i didn't understand something and so she gave me the lecture over again until i did! TAKE HER!

5.0
2.0
ACCT101
Dec 25, 2006

She is a WONDERFUL professor! I learned so much in her class. If you go to class, pay attention, and maybe spend an hour reviewing for the tests you will be fine! She really wants everyone to do well! I really like this class.

5.0
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ACCT2015
Apr 5, 2007

Overall she is pretty good. I had to put some effort into this one in terms of doing hmwk and reading, which was very helpful at test time. I would put her in that hard but fair category. One more thing GO TO CLASS! She does alot of examples that appear, in a harder form, on the test.

3.0
5.0
ACCTCOST
May 11, 2007

Cobb is average for TCU accounting dept. Her class is very hard and she is not very approachable. She is very comprehensive and does a good job "preparing you" for the accounting profession. Given a choice, I would take somebody else.

3.0
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ACCT2015
May 11, 2007

Ms. Cobb is very helpful when it comes to teaching. Always in her office to answer questions. She is tough but fair when it comes to grading. Use her website and practice hard tests to study. Tests are applying what you know. Final is basically one question. She does have curves for some tests. Tickelope case is boring and pointless though!

3.0
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COSTACCT
May 17, 2007

She's alright. She doesn't exactly make the material easy, and she teaches at the speed of mach 5 centripetal force. She's smart, but not approachable (sometimes she's even scary). She's well organized, and she offers a lot of "study" material, but I'd suggest taking someone else, if possible. Attendence is a must.

3.0
3.0
MANAACCT
Apr 8, 2008

I would recommend her over any other managerial teacher. yes, the accounting in general is boring but I have heard only about how hard the other teacher's tests are. she has her own text book so she uses her own examples which are helpful. offers extra credit quizzes once a week

2.0
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ACCT653
Dec 29, 2008

She's terrible and over-complicates accounting. You basically have to teach yourself.

1.0
5.0
COSTACCT
Jan 6, 2009

Worst teacher and class I have ever had. No texbook; you use her website that you subscribe to, her horrible notes package that you buy, and a case you have to buy for the last days of class. Does not really teach; is more concerned with number crunching. Tests are hard. She's the only teacher otherwise I'd absolutely suggest someone else.

1.0
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ACCT3016
Jan 31, 2009

Ms. Cobb is basically running a scam. She charges you for her class notes and access to her webpage, which are basically the same thing. You also have to pay for one of the assignments that you do at the end of the course. Most teachers are happy to give students notes and assignments for FREE! I didn't learn a thing in her class!

5.0
2.0
ACCTALL
Apr 9, 2009

Best teacher ever. If you have a brain, which surprisingly lots of college students don't, you will make an A in any of her classes. Very helpful and straight to the point.

2.0
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INTER2
May 5, 2009

The person who commented before this must be her fav student or weirdly passionate about acct. You have to learn off the website, which does a POOR job of explaining concepts. Goes through things way too fast in class. Tests= hard. Final=ridculous. Doesnt realize that not everyone gets acct as easy as her or that we also have other classes. AVOID.

2.0
5.0
INTER2
May 7, 2009

Not very helpful, expects way too much. She thinks accounting is very easy and straight forward. She wants your life to be accounting. Try to take Intermediate in the fall; she does not teach then. She has limited compassion and no understanding for students. She lives in a box and doesnt know how to relate to college students. AVOID!

4.0
4.0
ACCTALL
Jul 3, 2009

These entries below are a bunch of idiots who were just looking for an easy class. Cobb is tough and expects you to understand the material. However, she wants you to pass and is very helpful. Her tests are hard, but as long as you study and use the website, you can pass. I hardly studied and still pulled a C. Could have made an A by studying more.

4.0
3.0
ACCTINTR
Sep 21, 2009

Accounting is by far the worst subject of all IMO. However, Cobb is a very good professor and the website is absolutely crucial. I would not have made an 'A' without doing the practice problems. There are some god-awful accounting profs at TCU..she's not one of them.

1.0
5.0
INTROACCT
Dec 14, 2009

I can name at least 10 people who had to REPEAT this class! Every lesson is a guessing game. I have never had to pull so many all nighters in my life. She doesn't explain things, is very intimidating, unhelpful, and expects too much out of you.

3.0
4.0
ACCT3016
Dec 30, 2009

Did not enjoy her class at all. She taught the material way to quickly and did not explain things thoroughly. The accounting department should do something about her.

2.0
5.0
COSTACCT
Jan 15, 2010

I do not like how Cobb teaches Cost. The online material was somewhat helpful but the notes packet is worthless it's basically the website with 3 cases. It teaches you how to fill in boxes not learn formulas which does not help for exams because there are NO boxes!! GOOD LUCK!

3.0
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COST202
Jan 15, 2010

the class is hard and cobb blames bad grades on tests on people not studying which is undermining when i studied almost everyday for this class! my advice: go to her office and she will be a lot more helpful, study every day, dont miss class and use the website!

4.0
5.0
COSTACCT
Jan 31, 2010

Very challenging class. Make sure you go to class every day and pay attention. Tests are very challenging and too long. Also make sure you put a lot of effort into the writing assignments because Cobb, unlike other profs in the Acct department, actually cares about them.

5.0
4.0
ACCTINT2
May 6, 2010

Great professor! If you are an accounting major then you should take her. She is challenging and by no means easy, but you will learn everything you need to know. Teaches more details than other professors.

2.0
3.0
COSTACCT
Jun 18, 2010

Class took waaaaay too much time up! Not that hard, just consumes all your time. Avoid if possible. Beware the writing assignment, it doesn't seem hard,but she will fail you. She has her own website (and text)and you'll spend alot of time copying down questions from it to prove you are studying. -15 pts if you have to go the bathroom duringclass

5.0
2.0
ACCT3016
Nov 14, 2010

She is awesome if you put some extra work. Do your homework and keep up with her stuff and then it's an easy class. It's a lot of work but her hw grades and extra credit opportunities bumps your letter grade!

5.0
4.0
COST303
Dec 17, 2010

Oh Jcobb...lets just put it this way she is a clear proponent of the push towards lower grades in the business school. Best strategy for cost is to get your grade as high as possible before the final project before she slashes your grade. Also this class is the most work ive ever done for a class. Also she won't round up your plus minus...sweet

4.0
4.0
ACCTCOST
Apr 3, 2011

This class is by no means easy. There is a LOT of work. I don't know what my grade will be yet, but right now it is a B+. Do the work, ask her questions if you have them, and it'll be fine. I suggest her if you want to learn something.

4.0
4.0
INTACT2
May 26, 2011

Very demanding teacher and you must put in about 5 hours each week. You will learn a lot though, and will be thankful looking back

2.0
4.0
ACCT3025
Sep 13, 2011

I'm not an expert in acct, but until Cobb, all the profs I'd had explained the material a # of ways (everyone learns differently). Cobb insists that her way (and the mandatory text and website which she profits from) is the ONLY way to learn the content. Most professors treat you like a college student-Cobb treats you like a 3rd grader. Avoid her.

5.0
3.0
ACCT2015
Oct 31, 2011

Great Professor. She just redid her entire course which has really made everything clear and easy. Goes straight from her textbooks and uses an online supplement. Tests are not too bad but if you dont pay attention in class and do the homework you will not do well. If you do what she says, you will get an A, no doubt.

4.0
5.0
ACCT001
Dec 15, 2011

Very difficult and rigorous class. You have to keep up w/ the material and study often to do well. A lot of work throughout the semester, but I think it will be beneficial to you. She may seem tough, but she a good teacher and only wants to help you. Take her if you want to learn.

5.0
4.0
FINACCT
Dec 18, 2011

I really like her ! Her class is tough but she's a good professor and explain things very well ! I would recommend her if you consider major in accounting ! You will learn a lot

4.0
5.0
ACCOU3015
Jan 13, 2012

She's a challenging professor. Nice, but a little aloof and odd. The class is time consuming and somewhat hard. Tests aren't terribly difficult, but the writing project is. She grades it very strictly and many people fail it. I got a B on it and ended up with an A in the class. Good for accounting majors, but maybe not the best for non majors.

5.0
5.0
ACCTINT2
May 8, 2012

Cares a lot about her students. Tough class but she will work with you

5.0
5.0
ACCT201
May 9, 2012

The only reason she has any bad ratings is because her class is so incredibly difficult. However, Cobb is a fantastic teacher. She teaches everything in a very practical way which really helps come test time. She literally wrote the book on accounting, so she is really smart. Overall, she's the best teacher to take accounting with.

4.0
2.0
ACCTMANA
Aug 3, 2012

SO. MUCH. HOMEWORK. If you hate homework don't take it. She teaches it like a high school class and treats you the same way. Good teacher, just was too much homework for a college class.

5.0
3.0
ACCTFINA
Sep 27, 2012

Professor Cobb is an excellent professor and the way she teaches makes a difficult class much better. The class is more difficult and requires more homework than other professors, but you will learn much more.

5.0
4.0
COST303
Nov 28, 2012

Cost Accounting !! I learned so much from her class. Take her if you want to actually learn something. She will make you learn. She cares about the students a lot and genuinely want you to success. She's also good at teaching and explaining things. However there's a lot of homework so be prepared to work hard. The project is brutal .

5.0
5.0
COST303
Dec 9, 2012

Tough professor !!! Try to get your grade as high as possible before the final project due. It will slash your grade

5.0
3.0
ACCTFINA
Dec 9, 2012

Best professor I've taken at TCU! Yes, there is a lot of homework outside of class and pop quizzes, but it's all so worth it. She truly wants you to succeed and will work with you as much as possible until you understand the material. Class time is well spent and she explains everything very well. MUST TAKE.

5.0
2.0
FINAACCT
Jan 7, 2013

Mrs. Cobb is awesome. She is super-helpful and really cares about her students and tries to make as many as possible leave as accounting majors. Now, she is tough, but if you read the book, ask questions in class and pay attention it is completely possible to get an A. One of my favorite professors at Neeley.

2.0
4.0
INTERMEDIATE2
Apr 22, 2013

I am an accounting/finance major with great grades, part of the PPA and I enjoy accounting. DO NOT TAKE HER. Her book is terrible, her tests have grammar mistakes/are not clear, and she does not teach you. She just asks questions. Horrible teacher. Accounting is difficult, but is impossible when you have an incompetent teacher.

3.0
5.0
INTERMEDIATEII
May 8, 2013

Her Financial and Managerial Acct classes are manageable but her Intermediate II class is almost impossible. I learned a lot but her tests are difficult and the footnote tests are ridiculous. Tough class.

1.0
5.0
MANAGERIAL
Jul 26, 2013

Too much homework. Does not use a standard textbook - which makes it difficult to follow. Online homework was always incorrect due to technical errors. Definitely NOT my favorite organization for an accounting course.

5.0
5.0
INTERACCT1
Dec 19, 2013

Very difficult class, but Ms. Cobb is extremely helpful and wants all students to succeed. She expects a lot of work from her students, but she is very rewarding if she knows you put forth solid effort. Very approachable and knowledgeable about accounting! Take her if you really want to learn and retain accounting concepts!

3.0
5.0
FINREPI
Feb 17, 2015

Do NOT take this class. She writes all of her own materials and the homework is a pain in the ass! Way too much of a time commitment with no reward. Terrible teacher. In addition, if you need to use the bathroom, get water, or are on your death bed .... You will see a 15 point reduction in your grade! Just don't do it to yourself.

2.0
5.0
30153
Apr 5, 2015

You will have over two hours of homework due every class, with a pop quiz almost every class or every other class. The test are impossible, she is the only Financial teacher to have short answers on her test. The short answers are impossible and no way to really study for them.

1.0
5.0
FINREPI
Grade: B+
Jul 15, 2015

DO NOT take this class. Too much homework, impossible short answers on the tests, etc. Hell you can't even study for the short answer. You could be an "A" student for basic accounting conceptsprinciples and then fail the short answer half of tests, landing yourself with a "C" every time. She wants people to learn, but she just induces stress.

1.0
5.0
FINREPI
Grade: B
Jul 15, 2015

As a dedicated accounting major I tried to have a good attitude in her class, but it just isn't possible to enjoy Cobb's course. Cobb's materials are written by herself - Red Flag #1. Sometimes this can be helpful in a class, but in Cobb's case it is just indicative of a massive ego and poor teaching capabilities. This course lacks structure.

4.0
4.0
30153
Grade: A-
Aug 20, 2015

Tough class but doable. Best if you want to really understand the why, how and when of accounting. If only trying to check a box on your degree plan, skip it!

4.0
4.0
ACCT20353
Grade: A
Aug 27, 2015

This is not an easy class, and Professor Cobb really makes you work for your grade. She assigns a lot of homework each day, but it is very helpful to do all of it because the tests follow the same format. She's a great professor and is willing to help. She cares about the students and wants everyone to do well in the class.

5.0
4.0
ACCT1
Grade: A-
Jan 11, 2016

Professor Cobb is the best teacher I have had since starting college. She is very tough and makes you work hard, but you will learn more in this class than with any other teacher. She loves to help and truly wants her students to learn the material. Get ready to work if you want to succeed.

1.0
4.0
INTERMEDIATE2
Sep 8, 2018
Wouldn't take again

After class we need to spend 3-4 hours to work on assignment and quiz everyday. Not much lectures during class, only discuss about homework. And we need to submit a reflection paper after the course. Test is tough and requires to fill in the space as well. Will definitely be a tough course for those who don't have accounting background.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
5.0
ACCT40253
Grade: A-
Dec 8, 2018
Would take again

cobb was hands down the best professor ive had at TCU. I think I learned more in her class than all other classes combined. SO much work and grading was very harsh but very worth it. Grades mostly consist of participation and papers - no exams. Definitely the harder FR3 class to take but you'll get a lot out of it

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
4.0
ACCT40253
Grade: A
Jan 16, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Cobb is by far the best professor I've had at TCU (I am a senior). She makes you work for an A but it's achievable if you work hard. Her class is about more than Accounting; you will learn about critical thinking and research which you can apply in other fields as well. She is great and always willing to help her students.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
5.0
ACCT40163
Apr 4, 2019
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE HER CLASS! Amazing professor, but literally 3 hours of homework before each class. If you take her, you'll remember this post.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
ACCT1
Apr 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

the worst teacher ive ever had. spends way too much time doing her P90X and milking her cow and not enough time teaching. on a scale of 1-10 janice cobb is a -240. I would rather get slapped across the face for 50 minutes 3 times a week than ever go back to her class.

4.0
5.0
ACCT40163
May 27, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Pros: -I learned so much in her class -Accessible outside of class -Will do what she can to help you/your grade if you are actually trying Cons: -Incredibly difficult class (especially for someone who is not an accounting or finance major). -Hours of homework each night. Get ready to WORK -Test heavy: I think we had 5-6 exams

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
5.0
5.0
ACCT40253
Grade: A
Aug 19, 2019
Would take again

You really have to work for every point you get. Cobb gave extensive notes on every hw assingment, make sure to actually address them. She is incredibly caring and often pushed back assignment deadlines to make sure she received quality work. Be prepared to commit at lease 15 hours outside of class a week if you want to do well in this class.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
So many papers
4.0
5.0
ACCT30153
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 12, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Cobb is a great teacher. Her expression of her knowledge is hard to understand. She curves the class so much because everyone does so bad. Highest grades on tests are usually an 85. If you don't spend at least 5 hours a week outside of class on a normal week, you will be incredibly behind. Tests are in a foreign language, even if you study hard.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
ACCT20353
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I have never had one single class consume so much of my time. I spend about 3 to 4 hours before every class doing the required homework and she knows that's how much time it takes. Her quizzes are so unfair, 5 min for 10 questions that require so much reading its impossible. Even if you get an A you will not think it is worth it. DO NOT TAKE

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Tough grader
5.0
5.0
ACCT40253
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2020
Would take again

FR3 is a hard class plain and simple. Be prepared to commit 10-15 hours outside of class. You will be stressed constantly because reading and interpreting accounting code is not easy. Dr. Cobb has high expectations but wants you to appreciate the learning process. I learned a lot in this class and actually got a lot out of it.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ACCT40253
Grade: C-
Dec 15, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Unless you want depression, sleep deprivation, and high levels of stress and anxiety dont take Cobb. Shes terrible. Doesnt teach you anything. Gives you a thousand assignments throughout the semester which cuts into your grades for your other classes. Her grading system is terrible and youre gonna get a lot of 0s for assignments you turn in.

4.0
5.0
ACCT40253
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2021
Would take again

FR3 with Cobb sucks. It will be the hardest accounting class you ever take. It is very frustrating and disheartening because she is very strict and has high expectations. HOWEVER she is genuinely a great woman who wants her students to succeed after graduation. You will learn a lot in her class.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
4.0
5.0
ACCT40253
Dec 21, 2021
Would take again

Fr3 is hard itself but Cobb is nice. Our class was very small so in my opinion it was better. Dont skip otherwise you will not understand anything. Your final grade doesnt matter. As she says an 94 is not an A in her class. she does give a lot of work but I honestly learned a lot from her.

1.0
5.0
ACCT30163
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 28, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Cobb is the worst teacher I've ever had in my life. Within the first 2 weeks of class, she assigns you probably 12 different assignments. If you do not do the assignment exactly how she wants, she gives you a 0!!! Additionally, she barely explains her very complicated class structure and expects you to perform on Cost Acct material immediately.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
ACCT30153
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2022
Would take again

I don't care what other people are saying, Cobb is such a great teacher. Just need to see her outside of class and it goes a long way! FR1 is a tough class no matter the professor. Would take her again! Def take her!

Participation matters
Lecture heavy
2.0
5.0
ACCT40253
Grade: B-
Dec 6, 2022

Some people just want to watch the world burn.

Tough grader
Participation matters
So many papers
1.0
5.0
ACCT40253
Grade: B+
Dec 20, 2022

This class made me question my entire life. She makes it impossible. Directly contradicts herself in class and the feedback she gives makes no sense. However, your grade will end up okay in the end. I got a 50 on pretty much everything and ended up with a B+. I get what Cobb was trying to do, but the execution is horrible. Take Walters.

Tough grader
Participation matters
So many papers
5.0
3.0
ACCT30163
Grade: A
Mar 6, 2024
Would take again

Professor Cobb truly understands how to teach accounting. You will not have to study for exams if you follow the assigned readings and homework. Students who are complaining likely put off readings and assignments until the last minute and haven't yet learned that accounting takes practice.

Test heavy
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
ACCT40163
Grade: B-
May 8, 2024

Do not take Janice Cobb. She gives an extreme amount of homework and is super unforgiving when it comes to work in the class. Moves extremely fast and this will hurt your GPA. Puts you at a disadvantage as a student.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
ACCT40253
Grade: A-
Mar 14, 2025

Very subjective and inconsistent grading. Learned a lot but the writing rules were so strict and unrealistic. I never used any of those rules in my internship. Not impossible but will frustrate you. Get another teacher if you can.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
ACCT40253
Grade: A
Mar 28, 2025
Would take again

Good teacher and very knowledgeable. Obviously FR3 is hard but she will help you if you need it. Take her if you can! Not sure why some of her ratings are low I think she is the best option for the class from what I've heard from friends with other teachers.

4.0
4.0
ACCT30153
Grade: A+
Apr 3, 2025
Would take again

It can be a hard class but she is very helpful with the resources she provides. Homework is optional which is nice. We did one project throughout the semester which was graded tough and instructions were kind of vague so that's my only knock. But her tests aren't too difficult and she provides you with the resources needed to succeed.

Caring
Respected
Accessible outside class
3.0
5.0
ACCTCOST
Grade: Rather not say
May 31, 2025

Cost accounting is a cool skill. I learned recently it's not really even on the CPA. Not sure why TCU has this as a requirement, maybe other accounting programs do too. I liked this professor; she is very cool. A little intimidating at first but it's so clear she loves accounting.Notsureif there is a secret to costaccounting or not. It'sreallyhard

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Graded by few things
3.0
5.0
30153
Grade: B-
Oct 27, 2025

This was the hardest class I have ever taken. She knows the material well, but test covers so much material it is super hard to study for

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
3.0
5.0
ACCT30163
Grade: B
Nov 18, 2025

I feel like she goes out of her way to make cost very difficult. Her conceptual questions are very difficult, and I'm not the biggest fan of her teaching style. Too much work. HW, online quizzes, dothejob, in class quizzes, and 4 tests (final is cumulative). Hardest class I think I've ever taken, but definitely do-able, and she's a good person.

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
2.0
5.0
ACCT30163
Grade: B
Dec 3, 2025

She could be worse, she's approachable. The topic isn't hard; it's her teaching style. Textbook HW, online quizzes, online HW, in-class quizzes, and 4 cumulative exams. Attendance isn't mandatory, but trust me, you'll want to be there. Manageable if organized, but could use more engagement to make it less monotonous. Good for learning fundamentals.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Lots of homework
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