4.9

Steven Capolarello

Economics - West Chester University of Pennsylvania

4.9
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HWs are also easy and a good practice

ECO111 - 5.0 rating

One of the best teachers I have ever had

ECO111 - 5.0 rating
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Online Classes

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Attendance Mandatory

88%

Textbook Required

28%

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Reviews (106)
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MACRO01
Dec 11, 2012

Really a nice guy......cares about you doing well and is always willing to help.

5.0
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ECO111
Jan 24, 2013

This professor is why I decided to major in economics. He's extremely helpful and his tests are so easy. Before tests he gives you a powerpoint with all the material you should study. He really is great, I would recommend him to anyone.

5.0
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ECO112
Mar 28, 2013

He is a really great teacher. He was very helpful with any questions I had. I highly recommend taking him for economics!

5.0
2.0
ECO
May 2, 2013

GREAT TEACHER!! DEFINITELY RECOMMEND TAKING ANY CLASS WITH HIM!!!

5.0
2.0
ECO111
May 3, 2013

Great professor!!! goes over power points quickly but uses real life examples and answers questions. Available during office hours. Very helpful.

5.0
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ECO112
May 9, 2013

Awesome guy and awesome teacher. Is always more than willing to help out his students wether its in class or outside of class issues.

5.0
2.0
ECO112
May 9, 2013

AMAZING TEACHER. Knows what he is talking about and teaches because he enjoys it.

5.0
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ECO112
May 15, 2013

What a champ! His class was easy yet very interesting. Homeworks & quizes were all online, 4 tests, final was not cumulative. He was very personable and helpful to students. Definitely worth taking his class. Inspired me to study economics further. Awesome professor!

5.0
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ECO112
Grade: A+
Aug 19, 2013

he's very helpful, not only subject wise but as a human being as well. Very understanding.

5.0
2.0
ECO112
Grade: A+
Oct 17, 2013

Currently taking him. Great guy who really enjoys what he's teaching, and he has years of real life experience which he uses to relate the material to the class. Definitely a smart choice to take him.

5.0
1.0
ECO111
Nov 7, 2013

I really like mr.capolarello, he is such a great guy, and you can really see his passion for what he teaches when he is teaching. I recommend him to anyone and everyone. All quizzes & hw are online, and quite simple. His tests are fine, they are on the powerpoints that he goes over in class.

5.0
1.0
ECO112
Grade: A+
Jan 7, 2014

Best professor at WCU! Don't use the book at all. All his power points are online and the homework and quizzes are online. Really simple class if you pay attention and look over your homework and quizzes before exams. He cares about how his students do outside of class too.

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ECO11115
Feb 28, 2014

Professor Capolarello is amazing! You don't need to take notes because he makes Powerpoints for each chapter. I didn't use the textbook at all. Homework and quizzes are online. Tests aren't too bad if you study! Final isn't comprehensive, just covers the last chunk of chapters that you learn. He is really interested in preparing you for the future!

5.0
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ECON111
Grade: A+
Mar 17, 2014

During the first week of the semester i switched my econ class sampling all the professor that teach this subject and believe me Steve is your best chance. He is willing to just give you A but you just have to put in a little bit of work. I definitely recommend him. 4 tests, Hw are given and done online (Easy), one short paper and excel.

5.0
2.0
ECO111112
Grade: B
May 2, 2014

Awesome professor. Wish he taught more than intro micro and macro.

5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
May 12, 2014

One of the best teachers I have ever had. Has real world experience and explains topics very clearly. I highly recommend him for anybody.

5.0
1.0
ECO111
Aug 5, 2014

Hands down best professor I have ever had. Has a lot of real world experience and is an exceptional teacher. Explains things crystal clear and is more then willing to help you with anything. Got 100 percent or better on all exams. Can't stress enough how amazing Cap is. If you are taking him consider yourself lucky and honored.

5.0
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ECO110
Oct 27, 2014

Cap is such a good professor. He's a genuinely nice guy and he is very straight forward about what you need to do to get an A in this course. If you actually come to class and study you will do well. And if you're having trouble he'll help.

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ECO111
Grade: A+
Nov 30, 2014

He's a good guy with a lot of real life experience. He's happy to help out in any way that he can, whether it be with the course material, or with putting together a resume and helping you understand what employers are looking for. Crystal clear with his explanations, almost too much so.

5.0
1.0
MACROECONOMICS
Grade: B+
Dec 13, 2014

Loved him!! Super nice and great teacher.

5.0
1.0
ECONOMICS
Grade: A-
Dec 21, 2014

Awesome

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ECO111
Grade: B-
May 9, 2015

I don't know about everyone else, but he was hard and I honestly struggled in his class. I took econ in high school, so I knew the material , but he just made everything confusing and told me I was wrong when in the end I was right.

5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A-
Jun 3, 2015

This guy is a teacher for all the right reasons. I loved the class I did not mind going to it. Mainly he just lectures of powerpoints but still manages to be interactive. The only complaint I have is the grade you get is truly what you get. I ended the class 1 point shy of an A+ and he would not give me the extra point so I ended with an A-

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ECO111
Nov 9, 2015

He makes awesome powerpoints and makes them all available online. He also makes review powerpoints for all the tests, making it really easy to study. You can tell he's really into the material he teaches. You have to buy an access code to MyEconLab to be able to do homework and quizzes. You get multiple tries on both so it's easy to get an A.

5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: B+
Nov 11, 2015

Hands down one of the best professors I had. He talks right off of the powerpoint, but he still manages to make the material interesting, and fun. HW is online and is easy. Exams are straight from power point. Sometimes you do group work in class. You can tell he is passionate and loves what he does. He is the reason why I majored in Econ.

5.0
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ECO111
Dec 16, 2015

Professor Capolarello is the BEST. His lectures are powerpoints, which he post online and all homework and quizzes are done online as well. The test are the exact questions from the homework and quizzes. He is extremely clear and has such a positive attitude and is so helpful! Definitely take him!!!

4.0
2.0
ECO110
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2015

Great professor. Made Econ interesting and easy to understand. Study the material and you should get an A.

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ECO111
Grade: D
Jan 13, 2016

He went through the notes way to quick. This caused me to be confused. I went to every class and still wasn't sure what was going on 85% of the time. But he's really nice.

5.0
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ECO111
Grade: A
Jan 15, 2016

Professor C is one of the best professors I've ever had the pleasure of learning from! Take him!! He is very clear about the material & encourages participation to ensure no one is lost & that he's not moving too fast. If you do the online homework & quizzes you will have 0 problem acing his exams. He goes above & beyond for his students. Great guy

5.0
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ECO111
Jan 19, 2016

Was a great teacher! He was always available when needed and was very understanding when it came down to it. Textbook was option, but the online myeconlab was mandatory. He was a very nice and great teacher, if you are looking for a good professor pick him!!

5.0
2.0
ECO111112
Grade: A+
Jan 20, 2016

Great professor! I definitely would recommend him for your eco 111 & 112 classes. He's honestly the best professor I've ever had. Beyond helpful and really cares for his students. If you read the powerpoints and understand the homework its hard not to get an A

5.0
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ECO111
Grade: A+
Jan 26, 2016

One of the best teachers I've had so far. Clear and to the point lectures and always posts the notes online to review later. Tests are very fair and similar to the online homework problems. Easy A if you pay attention in class and do the homework.

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ECO111
Grade: A-
Apr 7, 2016

If you skip his powerpoints, he at least puts them on D2L. BUT DONT SKIP because he explains things so perfectly. Really would take him again. Best Economics professor. Test are hard if you dont go to class. He is also very understanding if anything comes up. GET TEXTBOOK!!!! and he takes attendance

5.0
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ECO112
Grade: A+
Apr 26, 2016

Cap is the best professor I've ever had. He explains material so clearly and relates it to what's going on in the world today. Weekly online HW and quizzes are easy, as you get multiple attempts for each. Exams are straight forward as long as you know the material. Attendance is taken every class, but I always looked forward to going.

5.0
3.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2016

Take this professor if you ever get a chance. He is truly amazing and cares about his students so much. I used to HATE econ and he made me love it. You will have to study, but it's nothing you can't handle if you just pay attention in class. In class projects, 3 exams and a final, and online homework 1-2 times a week, don't need a book

5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
May 3, 2016

Professor Capolarello is one of the most laid back and cool professors out there. He makes understand economics super simple and is very helpful. I would definitely take him again

5.0
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ECO112
Grade: B+
May 4, 2016

Best professor I've had so far! He is so clear with lectures. All you have to do is go to class and listen, you should get a good grade. (4 tests and homework each week) He's also really funny and makes class enjoyable. Capolarello is worth getting to know, he will be helpful down the road.

5.0
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ECO112
Grade: A
May 4, 2016

This is one of the BEST professors I've ever had! Mr. C, or Uncle Steve as he can refer to himself as sometimes, truly cares about every student. Wish he taught every class I'd ever have to take. The tests are just like the review he gives. He is always happy and full of energy. He makes economic simple and fun. TAKE THIS TEACHER. HE IS AMAZING.

5.0
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ECO112
Grade: A
May 9, 2016

Favorite teacher. He's always so helpful and teaches his lessons very well. Lectures are posted, however, he explains them very well in class. Easy A if you pay attention.

5.0
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ECO111
Grade: A+
Sep 4, 2016
Would take again

just take this professor for whatever class, whatever semester, no matter what take him

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
ECO112
Grade: A+
Sep 8, 2016
Would take again

Great Professor! Really cares about students

5.0
2.0
ECO111
Dec 14, 2016
Would take again

Professor Capolarello is the best professor I have ever had. I'm not the best test taker, but I received 100's on the homeworks & quizzes. He is very easy to talk to & responds quickly through email. He is always looking out for his students & wants the best for them. Exams include questions from homeworks & classwork which makes it easier to study

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
3.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Mar 31, 2017
Would take again

This is by far the best professor i've ever had. Take him no matter what. Wants his students to succeed, and very easy to talk to. The class is 4 exams which go off the review powerpoint he posts and online homework and quizzes due every monday. The homework is very helpful and not a hinderance. Overall Prof. C. Is top notch.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ECO111
Apr 17, 2017
Would take again

He is awesome !! He keeps the class engaged and makes a boring topic interesting to learn. His tests are pretty easy as long as you study the material. He also is very enthusiastic about helping his students with their future careers so I definitely recommend !!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
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ECO112
Grade: A+
Jun 12, 2017
Would take again

He cares so much about his students, in and out of the classroom. . He really cares about your future and who you are is a person, and wants to help you get there. Plus, his tests were questions taken directly from the homework and super easy. If you redo the hw the night before, you will easily ace all the tests. Very very easy A and very kind.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
Sep 29, 2017
Would take again

Take him! He is great. Gives great study guides. Truly cares about his students. Makes lectures really interesting!

Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ECO111112
Oct 17, 2017
Would take again

I took Mr. C. for macro and micro econ and he is amazing! He gives great lectures, and keeps the class engaged. The tests are easy as long as you pay attention and do the work. He really cares about all of his students in and outside of the classroom. Definitely worth making a connection with! I would take him for every class if I could.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2017
Would take again

By far the best teacher Ive had so far at West Chester. He is a genuine person, a great professor, and a very good man. He really wants to see his students succeed. Take him if you can!! Also you might catch him at the gym a couple times during the semester.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ECO111112
Dec 8, 2017
Would take again

Took his class first semester of my first year. 8am MonWedFri. Great guy. He's understanding and wants to see you do well. He doesn't really care if you come to class late, because you can go up to him at the end of class and let him know you were there and he'll mark you present. He really has a desire to help his students do well in class & life

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
ECO111
Dec 13, 2017
Would take again

This guy is probably one of the best professors I have come across at this university. He really cares about everyone and wants to see you succeed. His tests aren't hard at all if you just study the review he gives you. Definitely would recommend!

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Jan 8, 2018
Would take again

One of my fav professors such a great teacher and person. He cares about your success. He breaks down the material in a really understandable way . He incorporated real life examples to help learn the material better. The tests are straight forward just study the review deck he gives you and review the homework before the test and you'll be fine .

5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Jan 17, 2018
Would take again

AMAZING I LOVE PROFESSOR CAPOLARELLO. He's available outside of class to help you with career goals as well

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: Not sure yet
May 3, 2018
Would take again

Professor Caporello is an amazing professor. He cares about his students and wants to help you succeed and gives advice on how to get a job after college. He has a lot of experience and willing to share with students. Just listen to his lectures in class and you'll be fine. He gives hw and quizzes online which can be easily looked up on google.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
ECO112
Grade: A+
May 15, 2018
Would take again

Professor Capolarello was by far the best professor I have had at WCU thus far! He cares so much about his students and it truly shows. Exams are very fair, he doesn't test you on anything that he didn't teach. He posts a review deck for every exam which is basically the test. If you have the chance to take his class, DO IT.

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
3.0
ECO112
Grade: A-
May 17, 2018
Would take again

He is a great teacher who really cares about students. He is always available to help. Just pay attention and study a bit before tests and you will pass.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Oct 30, 2018
Would take again

Mr C always was funny and gave interesting lectures that related to the real world and also his opinions were always supported by evidence.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
Nov 7, 2018
Would take again

He is the best professor I have ever had! He truly cares about his students and wants them to succeed. For the class, we used the online textbook where he assigns homework and quizzes every week (which isn't terrible considering you get 4 attempts to get the correct answer per question for HW and get to retake the same quiz twice).

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2018
Would take again

Capolarello is easily one of my favorite professors. He is very funny and caring which keeps class in an upbeat mood. His test resemble the reviews which makes it very easy

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2018
Would take again

This class is a very easy A as long as you put in the effort and study the Review Decks he gives before the exams. You also will actually retain the info beyond the class, which helps as a business major. Dr. C is great to talk to for life advice and really wants you to be successful

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Jan 16, 2019
Would take again

Super nice professor and amazing class! The class was extremely easy. As long as you show up and pay attention you will do fine.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Mar 26, 2019
Would take again

Professor Capolarello was by far my favorite professor at West Chester. It was my first business course so I was nervous, but he was always so excited to come to class and teach and that really helped me want to come to class and learn. He made the lectures interesting and the study guides are very similar to tests. I recommend him 100%, TAKE HIM!

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
Apr 18, 2019
Would take again

Best professor I have had so far. I never really paid attention to his lectures because his power points are so helpful. You can teach yourself before the test with the review deck and the HW and you can get a 100 easy. He does take attendance but his class is definetley one I dont mind going to

Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
May 20, 2019
Would take again

Capalorello is by far the most amazing professor I've had at WC thus far. Study the review decks he gives for tests and you'll be golden. Homework and quizzes are a must to earn a decent grade, however; you get 4 attempts per question on the homework and 2 attempts per quiz. If you have the opportunity to take him DO IT!

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 27, 2019
Would take again

TAKE THIS CLASS. He makes it beyond easy to understand the material by just showing up to class and you will 100% also be learning a lot of valuable stuff. He is such a nice guy and cares about his students and will spend a perfect amount of time for each topic so he makes sure every student knows exactly what is going on.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A-
Nov 7, 2019
Would take again

Professor Capolarello is one of the best professors I've had yet! He puts a lot of time and effort into his class and does a good job at making sure you understand the material. His lectures are also very interesting and I feel more informed with the current news in the world today. He does take attendance every day so it is mandatory.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
Nov 13, 2019
Would take again

My favorite professor at WC by far. Great guy and is very passionate about his job. He offers clear explanations and materials on test content. Study well for the exams and do the homework, should be an easy A.

Respected
Test heavy
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
Dec 18, 2019
Would take again

Take this class any chance you get. He is one of the most caring people I have ever met. Go to review sessions, memorize the study guides he gives you, and you'll be set. He wants you to be as successful as possible.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
4.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
May 9, 2020
Would take again

Professor C wants you to do the best possible. Every week you will have a homework and Quiz assignment due, and attendance matters. If you do the HW and Quiz, show up, and follow the review deck- you will pass. Most of the concepts are common sense!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
May 20, 2020
Would take again

Mr. Capolarello is a wonderful professor. His lectures are very well put together, and he uses real world examples in order to help the students understand the concepts clearly. He really wants to see students succeed and always makes himself available to help when needed. He offers to give students advice on career aspirations and is personable.

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
Aug 19, 2020
Would take again

This is the ECO 111 class you want to take, look no further. Prof. Capolarello is a pretty chill guy who is very understanding. He primarily teaches on lectures with easy weekly homework. His tests are literally the easiest ever, so long as you read the study guide. It is literally the study guide, just reworded. I lost 1 point in the 4 tests taken

Respected
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
2.0
ECO112
Grade: A
Nov 13, 2020
Would take again

I always thought Econ wasn't for me after taking Macro the previous semester, but Professor C changed that. He was one of the best professor's I have ever come across. His lectures were super straight forward and he always explained each topic thoroughly. I would highly suggest taking him for any Econ class. Amazing guy and amazing teacher.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
Mar 4, 2021
Would take again

He's a really nice guy. However, he made the class way too easy - the exams were his study guide questions with different numbers. If you're just trying to get through Macroeconomics, he's probably your best choice. If want to learn a lot and be challenged, take somebody else.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
ECO111
Grade: A
May 12, 2021
Would take again

You know exactly what is due so it is very had to miss anything. Everything is done through myeconlab so its great. You are assigned homework and quiz weekly but it is not hard to keep up with. He emails you every day leading up to exams with reminders so it is very hard to miss one!

Respected
Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Jul 16, 2021
Would take again

Professor Capolarello was the best professor I've had. For one he is a great teacher and you really get what he is saying. He cares about his students. I took his class as an undecided sophomore and was stressed about what to major in. Had a meeting with him and after an hour of advice I went into economics and have an internship at JP Morgan

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Nov 14, 2021
Would take again

Prof C is great. Met with him outside of class to ask about career paths with an Economics degree and he gave very sincere advice and really made an effort to cater that advice to me. His lectures were palatable, relevant, and relatable. Homework was straightforward and due dates were easy to stay on top of. Taking him again as soon as I get I can.

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2021
Would take again

Okay you need to take Professor C for ECO111 He was so clear with his instruction and responds to emails within an hour. I took Econ in high school and didn't understand it, but Professor C made Macro seem so fun and interesting. He makes review power points for very test so there is no excuse for getting less than an A. Ill say it again. Take him!

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
ECON111
Grade: A+
Mar 1, 2022
Would take again

He is one of the best professors i have ever had. Econ is a very hard subject but he makes it very easy to understand. He posts a review deck before every exam and it is the same as the exam. you don't use the textbook. Very easygoing and cares a lot for his students. The lowest grade i received was a 96%. if you get the chance, TAKE HIM.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ECO111
Grade: A
May 8, 2022
Would take again

If you have to take any economics course, take Prof Capolarello! He is the best, he wants you to do well in his class so just do the homework and show up to class and you'll be fine. I had him for my 8am lecture and he made getting up worth it

Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
May 13, 2022
Would take again

Very good professor. Makes it clear and known what material he wants students to learn. The homework and quizzes required are easy and give multiple attempts. The tests are easy as he literally provides the questions beforehand in his review deck powerpoints. I promise if you do the bare minimum asked you will get an A. TAKE HIM IF YOU CAN

Group projects
Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A
May 13, 2022
Would take again

Amazinggg professor. He's nice, chill, and a great teacher. If you show up and take notes, you'll get an A. His homework and quizzes (quiz questions are from the hw) are super easy to do and his tests are easy too (if you actually learn, of course). He does take attendance but he doesn't grade it for participation.

5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Nov 1, 2022
Would take again

Professor C is a great professor. He genuinely cares about his students and he is always available outside of class to help whether its with class or just regular life things. I recommend him a lot as he will really help you learn.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
ECO110
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2022
Would take again

He was my favorite professor and you could definitely tell he cared about his students. His lectures are very thorough and if you go to class you should be able to complete all of the homeworks and quizzes easily. He's not very strict on attendance but his class is easy to go to. As long as you do the (short) homework and quizzes you'll do fine.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
Jan 10, 2023
Would take again

Best professor ever. He is very helpful and is always available at his office hours. He cares about his students and wants everyone to have a good grade. The tests are just like the homework which take no more than 10-20 minutes out of your entire week. I highly recommend this class!!

Inspirational
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Jan 11, 2023
Would take again

Loved this course. Prof Cap is the best teacher I've had in all my years of education. He actually had me interested in Economics and showed the importance of us understanding it. Homework and online quizzes weekly. Multiple attempts given for each so it is an easy way to bring up grade if needed. Prof Cap actually cares and wants to help.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
Mar 1, 2023
Would take again

Capolarello definitely deserves the rating he has. As long as you go over his study materials and homework assignments, passing his exams was fairly easy. Economics as a subject doesn't interest me at all, but I still found the class engaging.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
ECO111
Apr 19, 2023
Would take again

The best professor I've ever had in college. Professor Capolarello has a great personality, is caring, and is so enthusiastic about economics. I was thirty minutes late to an exam without any notice and he still let me take it with the full amount of time. Economics is also a very hard subject for me, but he made it easy to learn the material!

Group projects
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
3.0
ECO111
Grade: B+
May 1, 2023
Would take again

Honestly good class just so boring, every class is the exact same thing. Seems like a super nice guy just one of the most boring classes ive ever taken

Tough grader
Respected
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
ECO111
Grade: C
Dec 12, 2023
Would take again

Very nice and understanding and office hours are extremely useful

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Jan 6, 2024
Would take again

Awesome guy, cares a lot about his students.

Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 26, 2024
Would take again

i'm in the middle of taking his class and professor c is the most caring professor i have ever had in my three years here. he genuinely cares about you if u gain a good standing with him. homework and quizzes online every week and tests r in person but if u do his review decks you'll get a good grade.

Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
ECO111
Grade: B+
Nov 19, 2024
Would take again

The lectures were very easy to follow. He gives study guides for the test much like the actual test. Take him

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: Incomplete
Nov 20, 2024
Would take again

the nicest professor i have ever had. he's so caring if you are close with him. he wants his students to succeed. review decks are similar to the test pretty much exactly like the test. take if you can

Amazing lectures
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
Dec 9, 2024
Would take again

Professor Capolarello cares passionately about economics and wants all his students to do good. This class is fairly easy, and if you show up, you are guaranteed to do good. At times, it does seem like he pushes his views onto current political circumstances though besides that is an amazing teacher.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: C+
Dec 13, 2024
Would take again

I enjoyed taking this class and 100% would recommend Prof Capolarello to anyone taking economics!!

Gives good feedback
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
ECO111
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 17, 2025
Would take again

After reading the last two "ratings," Professor Capolarello has NEVER made his class feel like there is a right or wrong. If you choose to be childish, ignorant, and uneducated, then that is on you. As for the class, it is honestly pretty easy; he is kind enough to give quiz reviews that are very helpful. HWs are also easy and a good practice.

5.0
3.0
ECO111
Grade: A-
Apr 22, 2025
Would take again

Really great guy. Super funny. He cold-calls in class but isn't tough on you if you don't know the answer. Super fast grader and always willing to help you outside of class - he even helps you find a job. Homework was easy and test weren't bad. His study guides help you get a good grade. Really sweet and means well.

5.0
3.0
ECO112
Grade: A+
Apr 28, 2025
Would take again

Great professor! Show up and do the work you will pass. Cares a lot about economics and his students. Gives test reviews that are pretty much the same as the exams. Would highly recommend.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
ECO111
May 4, 2025
Would take again

Great guy and great professor. He cares about his students and wants you to succed in his class. He is great at explaining things and genuinely cares about the subject he is teaching. The material is not hard and he is great at prepping students for exams. He posts review decks online and has reviews days the class before exams. Highly recommend.

4.0
4.0
ECO111
Grade: B-
May 5, 2025
Would take again

The class is HARD and you have to apply yourself, I thought coming into the semester the class would be a breeze by the looks of the reviews. While prof. cap. is amazing and cares for his students economics is hard, most of grading is based on exams. We had homework & Quizes assignments as well but worth very little points.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
May 9, 2025
Would take again

I couldn't recommend this prof more, he is an AMAZING teacher and so engaging and easy to follow. Is organized, tests were so fair and review decks are a perfect way to study, does cold call but lowkey it helped me pay better attention. Micro was very difficult for me, but Capolarello's Macro class lit made me feel like I could be an Econ major.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
ECO111
Grade: A+
May 12, 2025
Would take again

Professor Capolarello is amazing! I struggled with Micro, but taking macro with him was the best. Super chill, organized, and keeps you interested. 4 tests, all of which he makes a review for that basically gives you the answers, and some homework and quizzes with unlimited attempts. Can not recommend him more!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
3.0
ECO111
Oct 21, 2025
Would take again

My favorite professor by far!

Caring
5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Nov 18, 2025
Would take again

Fantastic first professor. Homework is easy and reviewing for tests is memorizing a giant powerpoint. Still a lot to learn from him.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Nov 24, 2025
Would take again

THE BEST professor I have ever had in my life . I really appreciate organization and a clear way of teaching in a professor/teacher , and this professor is amazing , very well organized class and grading criteria , Provides Review-decks and tehy are so so so helpful. If you are debating on whether or not taking his class this is your sign .

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 9, 2025
Would take again

Take him! All lectures are available to help with weekly homework. He also gives 6 attempts per question so you are basically guaranteed 100% just for completing it. Exams are very similar to the review decks so be sure to look those over in detail.

5.0
1.0
ECO111
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2025
Would take again

This professor completely changed how I viewed economics. What I expected to be a scary, boring, tough class became genuinely engaging because he cares about his students. His grading criteria is clear, attendance is mandatory, but every single one of his classes is absolutely worth it

Participation matters
Inspirational
Caring
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