4.4

John Nagy

Biology - Scottsdale Community College

4.4
Quality
4.2
Difficulty
74%
Would Retake
116
Reviews
4.4
Quality
4.2
Difficulty
4.4
Helpful
4.4
Clarity

74%

Would Retake

116

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What Students Say

Read chapters on syllabus BEFORE lecture 3

BIO181 - 5.0 rating

The final is difficult

BIO181 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

86%

Textbook Required

33%

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Based on 53 grades
Most common grades:
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B+ (10)
B (8)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 57 reported grades
A: 19
B+: 10
B: 8
A+: 8
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Inspirational (14)
Get ready to read (14)
Respected (13)
Amazing lectures (12)
Test heavy (11)
Skip class? You won't pass. (10)
LECTURE HEAVY (9)
Tough grader (8)
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Reviews (116)
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BIO156
Jul 23, 2003

Outstanding! Smart, passionate, extremely knowledgeable, encouraging and challenges your intellect. Made me and my study group want to get A's and we did. I'll take him for BIO 181, or anything else he teaches.

4.0
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BIO181
Aug 30, 2005

One of the best teachers I've had in college.

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Jul 1, 2005

Great teacher, his Bio 181 is a rough class. It requires alot of preparation and studying.

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: B
Sep 2, 2005

Probably the most knowledgeable teacher at SCC and also very challenging. If you have a question, ask this man. He will tell you the answer and support it with sources.

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Oct 6, 2005

Extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Probably one of the most brilliant professors I've had. Has a great sense of responsibily of teaching his students correctly so that they excel at their careers as scientists. Would recommend him for students who actually want to learn biology and apply it in life.

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Oct 19, 2005

Best professor in my entire time in 2 years of college. great.

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Oct 21, 2005

incredibly nice, very passionate, pick his brain... there is alot in there :)

5.0
5.0
BIO156181
Dec 5, 2005

BEST TEACHER YOU WILL EVER HAVE! He knows his subject matter and is passionate about it. Very, very intelligent, but down to earth and willing to help and explain things. Take advantage of this class, you will learn a LOT

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Dec 13, 2005

he's cool

5.0
3.0
BIO181
Jul 29, 2006

He is the best Biology teacher I've EVER had !! He knows his material like the back of his hand and makes his lecture enjoyable ! If you are attentive in lecture class, you hardly ever have to study for his tests - I didn't.. I didn't even buy the text book for this class. HE IS AN AWESOME TEACHER !!!!

5.0
4.0
BIO181
May 15, 2007

This guy really knows his stuff, if your wanting an esay A go somewhere else. However, if your wanted a sound knowledge in the science field this is the guy you want. He is helpful, funny and extremely inteligent.

5.0
5.0
BIO181
May 18, 2007

The best professor I have ever had. He can teach anything and make it exciting but his class is hard as hell!

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Oct 17, 2007

great teacher. Learned so much.

5.0
5.0
BIO181
Jan 14, 2008

Dr. Nagy is a wonderful teacher!! I would higly reccomend him to anyone who needs the class. be warned that it is not an easy class and alot of studying is required, but the education you get from him is well worth it! If you ever need help he is ALWAYS happy to help you!!

5.0
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BIO181
May 2, 2008

This class is awsome even if you don't have to take this class,you should take it. It's awsome. He's a really good teacher and he is very passionate about his lectures. You will learn alot and you have to study alot.Bur it's worth it.

5.0
5.0
BIO181
May 7, 2009

Dr. Nagy is amazing!! By far the best professor Ive had to date. He is very passionate about his work, always available to answer questions, gives a lot of extra credit, and grades very fair. You will have to work hard for an A but he makes you enjoy the class so it doesn't seem like such hard work.

5.0
4.0
BIO181
May 17, 2009

Really cool guy. He somehow makes really hard stuff seem easy and learnable. He's really passionate about biology. He has a good sense of humor. But this class is a lot of work, and it takes time. I would advise taking a lower bio course first before this one if you aren't sure this is what you want to go into.

5.0
2.0
BIO181
Aug 18, 2009

Dr. Naggy is the best professor in the world. he helped me a lot! since english is my second language he never bothered to explain me the meaning of any word i asked. he is master in different areas!! u can talk to him about the history, economics, life in general! I would recommend him to anyone because he is the best!!!

3.0
5.0
BIO181
Dec 16, 2009

he is a good professor but his final is just ridiculous. So you if you like biology with math on the side then I guess take him.

5.0
4.0
BIO181
May 19, 2010

Hard class, but worth it. Helps to know math, chem first.

5.0
5.0
BIO181
Aug 18, 2010

The smartest professor I have ever had. He is a really cool humble person too. Always willing to help. Test are hard and so are the labs. You come out extremely prepared. This guy travels the world teaching so you are lucky to have him if you get the chance. Be prepared to work hard. His test are like the MCATS

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Sep 2, 2010

Great Prof! one of my favorites so far!

1.0
5.0
BIO181
Dec 14, 2010

DO NOT TAKE THIS GUY!!! Smart but very vague and really does nothing to help you grasp anything he talks about

5.0
3.0
BIO181
Dec 29, 2010

Excellent teacher! Is committed to helping students get to where they want to go in life. Extremely smart! You will miss out on a great teacher if you do not take him for BIO 181!

5.0
3.0
BIO181
Apr 15, 2011

Dr. Nagy is one of the best teachers you will get! He is extremely thorough as well as helpful. Answers all questions asked in class and out of class. You can tell he is well educated and professional. My advice to you is to study and attend all of his classes because he goes through a lot of material in one day! Tests are tough, but just study!

5.0
3.0
BIO181
Apr 18, 2011

You will not regret it and will learn a lot.

5.0
3.0
BIO181
May 5, 2011

I had Dr. Nagy a while ago and he is the most inspirational teacher I have ever had. However, the class requires a lot of studying. Not much HW, but labs are lengthy also he hypes up the final a lot, if you go over power points and old tests you should do just fine.

5.0
4.0
BIO181
May 12, 2011

Fantastic Teacher. You will learn a lot in his class. It's not easy study hard. Any college grade Bio book will do. Freeman is the schools choice, but I used Campbell, Reese.

5.0
3.0
BIO181
Jun 19, 2011

Dr. Nagy is amongst the finest professors I've ever st

5.0
3.0
BIO181
Jun 19, 2011

Dr. Nagy is the finest professors I've ever studied under. Fascinating, brilliant, inquisitive and inspiring. I learned a ton. His class made me feel the syntheses of all science and opened my eyes to the endless possibilities in Biology. I highly recommend his class to anyone. Oh, But be prepared to work for it- his tests and final are not easy.

5.0
3.0
BIO7777
Jun 24, 2011

TAKE HIS CLASS! THE MAN IS A AN *AMAZING TEACHER!* HE KNOWS HIS STUFF COLD! HE'S PREPARED & REALLY HELPFUL! *YOU MUST STUDY FOR HIS TESTS! *HIS STRICT ON HIS DEADLINES. *YOU WILL LEARN A *TON* I WILL *NOT TAKE ANOTHER BIO TEACHER FOR THE DURATION OF MY ACADEMIC CAREER.

5.0
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BIO181
Nov 20, 2011

He is awesome! he's a great teacher! He's clear in his lectures, helpful and and all around great guy! He NEVER goes on a tangent, IT'S ALL RELEVANT! Read the chapters before class *Take Excellent notes in is lectures and study off your notes and power point slides for his tests! As far as hot? YEP! Brains are MEGA HOT!! -

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Jul 1, 2011

He is the best teacher you will ever have!! Study hard go to office hours, he is so awesome.

4.0
4.0
BIO181
Dec 13, 2011

Dr. Nagy is one of the most intelligent people I have ever met. Class was good, just a little difficult. I'd definitely take his class if you are up for a challenge.

5.0
4.0
BIO298
Jan 2, 2012

Still hands down the best professor I've had in my college career. Absolutely brilliant yet modest and encouraging. Take any class you can with this guy.

5.0
4.0
BIO181
May 8, 2012

Dr. Nagy's Bio 181 course is a highly technical introduction to general biology. Every Nagy lecture is intense, focused and riveting from start to finish. This course is a challenge you'll be glad you accepted.

5.0
3.0
BIO181
May 6, 2012

Great professor, really well structured class that is easy to keep up with as long as you put in a little effort.

5.0
3.0
BIO181
May 16, 2012

He is by far the best teacher I have ever had! Take his class! If you study hard, take notes and go to the lectures you will have no problem to get an A!

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Sep 5, 2012

Just another of Nagy's students who thinks he's amazing. He's so intelligent and unlike most people of his breed, can convey the information and make it understandable and interesting. He's passionate about the work and has no need to feel superior. He's an excellent professor - wish I had him for every class - and a wonderful human being.

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Oct 29, 2012

Incredible teacher. Truly one of the best I've ever had. And surprisingly funny.

3.0
5.0
BIO181
Feb 28, 2013

Get ready to be treated as if your attending Harvard or Yale. I swear if you dont study every thing every day over a thousand times you will fail. Take another teacher if possible.

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Mar 2, 2013

Best professor you will EVER take. Not an easy class, but worth every second. He made me passionate about every aspect of biology and, surprisingly, mathematics. I owe much of where I am to Dr. Nagy. Lectures are crazy interesting (also very fast-paced). They tend to follow a narrative more often than not. A must for BIO students.

2.0
5.0
BIO181
May 4, 2013

This professor talks way too fast. When you are writing notes you can't even keep up with him. His power points are not detailed at all. They are useless even though he tells you to study them. He's not very helpful. This class is very challenging and he made it even more than it should have been.

5.0
4.0
BIO181
May 7, 2013

Dr. Nagy is an AMAZING teacher. An absolutely brilliant man who really knows his stuff and keeps you interested in the material. You have to work really hard and study a lot to do well so he makes you work for your grade, but he hands down the best teacher I have ever had.

5.0
3.0
BIO181
Jun 11, 2013

Dr. Nagy is incredible. He was by far the most intelligent and inspiring teacher I have had in college. If you get the opportunity to take his class do so!

5.0
5.0
BIO181
Oct 24, 2013

Challenging, frustrating, and rewarding. You really have to work hard in this class to get a good grade. Nagy rocks.

4.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: B
Dec 20, 2013

Hard, Lots of Work, Your brain will melt, but totally worth it; Especially if you get invited to the intro to research class

5.0
5.0
BIO181
Jan 10, 2014

Dr. Nagy is probably the most interesting professor I've ever had. He's also more than willing to help and answer any questions you may have. If you pay attention in lecture, being sure to take detailed notes, and turn in all of your labs (which he does accept late with no docked points), then you'll do just fine.

5.0
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BIO181
Jan 15, 2014

Dr. Nagy is a wonderful teacher! He is very knowledgeable and passionate about the subject, and IS willing to help you out, you just have to ask! He can be a bit intimidating because he is very serious, but if you go to him after class or during office hours he is very nice and always willing to help. If you are a serious student take this class!

4.0
4.0
BIO181
Mar 19, 2014

Dr. Nagy is a very dedicated, fast talking, will make sure you are prepared as if you have gone to Harvard or MIT. He makes you think about everything. He wants you to have the deepest knowledge possible and CHALLENGES you to do it. He hands you nothing, and asks for everything. Best start to a career I could as for.

5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: A-
Mar 31, 2014

Nagy was fantastic! Teaches you how to be a good science student like everybody is going to be a professional researcher or something, but I learned a lot! Definitely one of those classes you have to study for though.

5.0
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BIO181
Grade: A
May 20, 2014

Great teacher, not an easy class, do reading assignments prior to the class,listen to the lectures and lots of notes, record the lectures if you can, very helpful.

5.0
3.0
BIO181
Jul 21, 2014

Dr. Nagy is brilliant but can be intimidating! Lectures are mandatory but so interesting! He has a very organized structure and a very understandable method of teaching. Go to lectures, take notes on the power points, study those and you will do great. It is a lot of information but as long as you pay attention you will be fine! He is VERY helpful!

5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: A
May 28, 2014

Dedicated teacher who is willing to help at any time if you are willing to work hard. Come to class having reviewed the chapter(s) and the powerpoints. Labs go the full time allotted. When the say plan on studying 2 hours for every hour in class,they mean it. One of the best professors I have every had

5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: B-
Oct 19, 2014

John Nagy was the most difficult teacher that I have ever had, and also the most intelligent man I have ever met in my life. His classes are unbelievably hard; assignments take hours to complete and there are many per week. All of that being said, it was one of the best classes I have ever taken. If you are in the Biology field, you must take Nagy.

5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: B+
Nov 11, 2014

I had him for BIO181 and the BIOAA 298 course, he's brilliant and will tell you exactly what he wants you do for assignments and work. He is absolutely fantastic. I would recommend him to anyone and every one interested in biology. He's also a fast talker, so recording the lectures might be mandatory.

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: A
Jan 1, 2016

Dr Nagy is super smart and teaches the subject well. He talks really fast so recording the lectures is extremely helpful. This is the first class I have ever felt like I needed a recorder for. He's inspirational and professional. He's really busy all the time though so take advantage of office hours as much as you can. Tests tough, hardly any EC.

5.0
3.0
BIO181
Grade: A
Jan 18, 2016

Dr Nagy is exeptional! I must say if you leave his course with one thing it would be knowledge. He's always there to help you understand things if they aren't clear for you. His class is not a piece of cake, but if you read and listen to him during lecture you will be just fine! take a lot of notes and record his lectures! I would take him again!

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: A
May 13, 2016

Absolutely loved Nagy! If you need BIO181, i recommend his course 100%. You have to attend every lab and lecture to keep up- record lectures with your phone to go over before tests! If you have any qs he will take all the time he can to explain it. Most amazing course I've taken so far. Tests are tough but Nagy will do whatever he can to help!

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: B
Aug 6, 2016
Would take again

Only take this class if you are serious about going into this field. Instead of talking about how amazing he (and he really is) I'm going to tell you what you need to know. Read the textbook, take notes, and study the powerpoints and you should do good in lecture. As for lab just make sure you complete all the labs on time. Best professor ever!

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: B
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

This class is not an easy A. The key criteria to earning an A in this class (and others) is to study effectively and efficiently. You have to make the time to study to do well in this course. He's absolutely one of the most intelligent professors I've met at SCC, and I would definitely take him again. Tough exams but prepares you w/ deep knowledge.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
BIO181
Grade: A+
Jan 27, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Nagy seems very intense at first, but don't be fooled. He is a very nice and caring guy! Always there to help out and he really knows his stuff. I took him for bio181 a few semesters ago and the information he has given me has stuck with me through upper division courses as well. Study hard and you will be golden.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: A-
Apr 11, 2017
Would take again

Nagy is one of the best professors I have ever had. Yes, he is intense sometimes, but I feel that this has prepared me for medical school just as much as if I were at a 4 year university. He is inspirational and has really cultivated my passion for biology. Don't miss lectures, or you miss a lot of information, but he does put lecture slides online

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: A+
May 5, 2017
Would take again

One of, if not the best professor I've ever had. Highly recommend.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO298
May 6, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Nagy is one of the best professors I have ever had. His research course teaches you a lot of useful information that I will definitely be using in the future. Even though the topic of research itself wasn't initially interesting, the class was very informative and I learned a lot.

Respected
5.0
4.0
BIO181
May 13, 2017
Would take again

The most amazing inspirational professor I've ever had. Empowers all of his students by teaching as if he's talking to other like-minded professionals. Lecture content was difficult at times and studying is necessary but he made me want to succeed in the course. I can't say enough good things about Dr. Nagy. Truly amazing.

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
2.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: B+
Aug 28, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Nagy is knowledgeable and also a very nice guy but his Bio181 class feels more like medical school. You have to take notes the way he wants you to take and the subjects are full of details you don't even need for the test. You should take Ochem, anatomy & microbiology in order to succeed with him. The lab is hard, lots of graphs and printing.

Tough Grader
SO MANY PAPERS
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
BIO181
Sep 7, 2017
Would take again

Nagy is truly an exceptional professor. Clearly very educated in his field. This class should only be taken if you are serious about the field. It may be intro biology, but it's definitely strenuous. If you don't show up to lectures, you will miss valuable information.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
2.0
4.0
BIO181
Sep 14, 2017
Wouldn't take again

His way of teaching is not cohesive with the way most people learn. He overloads you with information, and expects you to teach yourself. If I wanted to stick my face in a book and read 300 pages a week and learn nothing, i could have done that at home for free. Just FYI, this BIO class is actually bio chem. Good luck.

SO MANY PAPERS
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Oct 4, 2017
Would take again

He is one of my favourite professors, he honestly cares for his students and the subject, and makes the lectures interesting. The first unit is incredibly tough if you don't have some sort of chemistry under your belt. But in my own opinion it got to be better after. Also- TAKE VERY GOOD NOTES it's very important- write everything down, I swear.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: B+
Oct 19, 2017
Would take again

Great professor if you actually are a biology major! He knows a lot and ties his medical doctor work into his lectures, super interesting lectures that must be attended to do well. I suggest recording his lectures it really helped and be prepared to grasp whole concepts for short answers test questions. Long tests compared to other bio courses.

Participation matters
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
5.0
BIO181
Nov 1, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Smart guy, not for everyone though, definitely not for me. Taking notes my way he failed my notes but I did okay on test score. Taking notes "his" way passed notes test score dropped. Inspirational guy but not everyone taking his class is going to medical school. Didn't feel like I learned much, had to teach myself. I wouldn't take him again.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: C
Nov 27, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This class is one of the hardest things I've ever done. Nagy tells the class constantly that he is teaching us as if we were in a 300 level bio class at harvard. the problem with that is that it's a 100 level at a community college. Over half the class dropped at the midway point and those who remained were struggling for breath. Save yourself

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: A
Mar 2, 2018
Would take again

In his class, you don't feel you are at the community college, very high level. Prepare yourself for a great experience

Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: B+
May 5, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Nagy is such a great prof. It is undeniable that his class is challenging, however the return of knowledge you gain is much larger than you'd imagine. Nagy has a way of engaging you into his lectures that will make you feel as if you are simply having a conversation with him. His labs are enjoyable as well. Tests are hard if you don't study!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: B-
May 10, 2018
Would take again

Awesome professor. Inspirational. Sense of humor. Study study study study. Probably should take chemistry before you take his 181 class. He doesn't want you to just learn this subject; He wants you to master it. His labs are great as well. Be ready to take notes, read, and study. 10/10.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: C
Aug 29, 2018
Would take again

study, study, study... He gives you the opportunity to succeed.

Tough Grader
Respected
Caring
5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: A
Nov 6, 2018
Would take again

How to succeed: 1. TAKE CHM150 2. Read chapters on syllabus BEFORE lecture 3. Print power point to take notes on 4. RECORD EVERY SINGLE LECTURE & lecture in lab 5. Do study guide SAME DAY. 6. Learn how to graph in excel 7. Pick a good lab GROUP (4 is better divide & conquer). 8. Do lab packet right after class (TIME CONSUMING) 9. Visit office hours

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2018
Would take again

This class feels like a billion pieces of information that you have to remember and it is. You'll definitely want to take notes during lectures and do the recommended readings. He definitely focuses on the medical students future paths. The lab was fun though.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: B+
Jan 18, 2019
Would take again

Record every lecture. Take notes like you have never taken. Do the study guide that day, then do it again. Nagys class is intense, and he aspects you to keep up. If you are truly passionate about biology, medicine, research TAKE THIS CLASS. Hes is one of the best teachers(if not the best) i've ever had. Put in the work, you wont regret it.

Respected
Inspirational
TEST HEAVY
5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

The final is difficult! My advice is to go into the final exam with a high A already. For lab make sure u do the graphs and usually the last question is extra credit. I was able to get about 11 points from this. Every exam has extra credit as well! You can succeed but, it will require re-listening to the lectures while doing the study guides.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: A
Feb 20, 2019
Would take again

Dr Nagy is such a tough lecturer but hes amazing. Study every lecture, and do all the labs since they count for the most. He curves the the final a lot so I somehow got an A after doing terribly on all the exams. Hes such a nice guy and you wont regret taking his class (once its over).

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: B+
Mar 18, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Nagy is the best professor I've ever had, hands down. His class is difficult, but he's a very fair grader and he truly cares about his students. He is insanely smart and knowledgeable, so he was always able to answer the questions I had. He's the reason I switched my major to biology. I'll never forget his class and the impact he's had on me.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: A
Mar 28, 2019
Would take again

Very hard class but you won't regret it. Super hard exams but if you make sure to do the labs well then you could get an A no problem. He's such a nice guy and very understanding if you're willing to make an effort... DO THE LABS

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
BIO181
May 2, 2019
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT take this teacher. All he does is lecture, maybe 1 or 2 other assignments besides tests during the semester. The first exam average was 50% and he said he was happy with that. Never take a teacher that is happy with that. Class is extremely difficult and he teaches it like a university course. He requires you to buy a $300 university book.

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
4.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: D
May 10, 2019
Would take again

He is an amazing professor. BUT, he is extremely difficult. He really thinks we are Uni level which is great but made it very difficult. think the only people who didnt struggle are the advance students. You need to be really prepared for his class. He is very fast, no reviews before test, no homework, just the lectures. For real was not his level

5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: A
May 20, 2019
Would take again

Take CHM130 prior to the course. Record his lectures & labs he low-key give answers away once you play it back! Do the study guides immediately after class do not wait or you will not do well on the exams! The book isn't a must but, reading the chapters BEFORE lecture makes it easier to comprehend the material. Difficult exams but, amazing teacher!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: A+
Dec 20, 2019
Would take again

Exceptional professor. Do not expect this class to be easy. Dr. Nagy will push you past what you thought were your limits. It helps to have CHM 130 (or 150) knowledge . Read the chapters before class, record lectures, complete all study guides, and thoroughly review all quizzes before the exams.

Respected
Inspirational
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2019
Would take again

In order to succeed, I highly urge you to attend every lecture and take concise notes. Record if you have to. Exams are not curved except the final, but extra credit is offered on each. Do the study guides and study the quizzes. Textbook reading is not necessary as lectures are more important, but provide good background info. Hard yet fair class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: A
Jan 2, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Nagy is a fantastic professor! His teaching style is fast and the best way to pass is to engage in his lectures. If you have a question, it's extremely likely that everybody is thinking about it. ASK QUESTIONS. RECORD EVERYTHING and read the chapters before the lecture, he expects you to know the material and earn your grade. Excellent course.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Mar 23, 2020
Would take again

very brilliant teacher . Cares about his students. encorages thinking outside of the box.

Respected
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: A+
May 13, 2020
Would take again

Professor Nagy is really the best teacher I have ever had. I have learned so much this semester. He challenges you in the best way. I only wish he taught more classes.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2020
Would take again

My favorite teacher ever!! This is a difficult class but Nagy is very passionate about the subject and cares so much about his students and their success. His lectures were so captivating, and he explains concepts really well. The class isn't super test heavy, so it's possible to get a good grade as long as you do the homework and pay attention.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Nagy is hands down one of the best professors Ive had. Even with an online courses, he kept us engaged and was easily accessible. The course is tough and a lot of work, but he gives you every chance to succeed and learn the material. Hes pretty funny too which is always a nice plus! Make sure you do the labs, can probably skip the textbook

5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: B
Dec 30, 2020
Would take again

The real deal. He is very knowledgeable in his field. He lays down what is expected from the get go. When he says the test and quizzes are very comprehensive, he means it so pay attention to the lectures. He encourages students to be independent and to be aware of false information in the science world which many science teachers fail to do. Kudos.

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
3.0
5.0
BIO181
Jan 18, 2021
Wouldn't take again

He was very intelligent and thorough in his lectures. Labs took anywhere from 5-12 hours total. Tough quiz/ test format!! I took this online and sometimes hed not respond to emails so there was no way to communicate. His office hours were always busy and hed join late and leave right on the dot, but they were incredibly helpful.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Did not interact with students. Lectures meant nothing. Labs were insanely hard and graded even harder. Would not take again. Super hard class.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: A
Sep 27, 2021
Would take again

Taking this class online is HARD. The quiz and exam formats are super challenging because I think he's worried about cheating issues. But if you put in the work this class will change you. If you just want a grade, take someone else! But if you want one of the best learning experiences in your life and are willing to push yourself, do it!!!

Inspirational
Test heavy
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
BIO181
Grade: A+
May 13, 2022
Would take again

Professor Nagy makes me like biology. He is an excellent teacher. If you are searching for a biology teacher, do not hesitate to choose Professor Nagy.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Accessible outside class
4.0
5.0
BIO181
Nov 11, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Very accessible for any questions/concerns via email/ office hours. Quiz/test format is extensive writing so you need to study, pay attention and focus to the best of your abilities. Toughest grader Ive had in college Id say. The labs online are HARD and take hours. You learn a lot in this class but it is not for the weak minded/ poor studiers.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Get ready to read
5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: B+
Feb 7, 2023
Would take again

im gonna be real, i took this course to test myself and see if i could go in the medical field, I also read the reviews and knew he was gonna be HARD. I decided to take the risk and take it. He explains biology in a way its easy to understand, now I study for this class at least 7-11 hours a day, (IM NOT JOKING). This class is hard,if study its not

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
2.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: B
Mar 21, 2023

So, I originally chose him because of his awesome reviews on this site. Unfortunately, he skipped out on key details during lectures that were on his quizzes, which were always confusing and worded poorly. He didn't do a good job of explaining, slow to reply to emails, and challenged students to an unnecessary standard. Poor comms on assignments.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: C+
Apr 26, 2023

I chose him because of his outstanding rating, but after taking his class... Huge mistake. His tests are confusing, he doesn't respond to emails, failed to talk about the capstone until the last two weeks of class, and made us learn the entire krebs cycle and glycolysis for the final with a week then made it 20% of the exam. Learned more from txtbk

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
2.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: B+
May 5, 2023

This class is required by more than just those planning to attend med school but Dr. Nagy has the unrealistic expectation that all students need to know the material as though they plan to attend med school. All assignments are very tedious and graded harshly. Dr. Nagy is smart and seems friendly but this was ridiculous for a 100-level class.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Test heavy
5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: B+
Jul 24, 2023
Would take again

Class was hard, specially the Labs. A lot of critical thinking, analyzing, reading, but you learn so much and it is very interesting. This class also opened a door for me to explore other areas as a career. It has made me rethink what I will want to major in. I do NOT recommend taking this class as a 4 week class. Great professor.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: A+
Nov 4, 2023
Would take again

Professor Nagy is nothing but perfection. When i decuided to take him I was beyond worried because I never took bio, howveer taking his class made me swich my major to bio and made me fall in love with the way he lectured. Watch the online videos they will save you hours of studying! I love this man and would do anything to take his class again

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2023
Would take again

BIO 181 with Professor Nagy is amazing but extremely hard. If you want an A in this class you need to dedicate several hours each week to this course. Professor Nagy is extremely passionate about what he does and you can see it during his lectures. I recommend utilizing his course website for study guides and lecture videos!

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2023

First and foremost, the professor is very smart about what he teaches. However as an online course it could be better. Lectures almost never lined up with the labs leaving you to search the internet for help. It seemed as grading assignments or fixing links was an afterthought leaving you lost on what to do. Great teacher, horrible online class.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: A+
Mar 1, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Nagy changed my life. I took his class as a full-time working hairdresser that lacked confidence in any sort of academic potential. He came in with such enthusiasm and told a story about a ballerina who accidentally took his class and is a cardiologist. His class is the reason I am now a biologist and I will have a PhD in two months.THANK YOU

2.0
4.0
BIO298
Grade: A
Jun 19, 2024

took bio 234 and the class is designed horribly. 8 week course, there's homework 4 days a week, each a new topic and takes ~3hrs, some over 5hrs. In-class is useless, never goes over whatever you learn about. The 2 exams take over 8hrs. None of the homework was graded before midterm. He is very smart so maybe his semester long courses are better.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: A
Jun 29, 2024
Would take again

I've never written on here before because I didn't think any of them were worth rating but Dr. Nagy is a wonderful teacher. I have never been one to like learning and being excited about a subject but he made biology so fun. Took the class in 5-weeks was really fast paced was like a full time job, so be prepared. Exams are hard, Labs were a breeze.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 26, 2024
Would take again

Definitely recommend Dr. Nagy!! He is very caring and truly there to help you. He is very understanding and his lectures were always fascinating. He is very smart and truly wants his students to succeed! work was minimal and tests were somewhat easy if you studied and put the time in! Would recommend spending a decent amount of time on the class!

Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: B+
Jan 6, 2025
Would take again

Professor Nagy's BIO181 class is no easy feat, but the insights gained make it well worth the effort. Utilize resources like the course website and Unstuckstudy to maximize your study efficiency. An engaging lecturer, Nagy inspires a newfound appreciation for biology.

5.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 25, 2025

He is very passionate about Biology. I just do not recommend you take his class online, he is a much better and engaged instructor in person. The only credit you get towards a grade are from your exams. He doesnt provide you feedback so its kind of difficult to know if you are understanding the material.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO181
Grade: B
Sep 3, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Nagy is very knowledgeable and passionate about biology. Take the labs taught by him- no one else. Do the in-person class. The homework is mostly textbook based. He answers questions you may have. His class pushes you to be a good learner, and it is very gratifying once you understand the coursework and pass.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO181
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 18, 2025

I would not recommend. He assumed that everyone taking his course was a BIO major. He didn't teach in his lectures; he spoke as if we already knew the information, and he was just chatting with us. I have never taken a course this confusing. He's a tough grader, never responds to emails, and is overall very unhelpful. Choose another professor.

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