Bill Lancaster is a Communication professor at Northeastern University rated 4.4/5 by 97 students, with 2.6/5 difficulty and 89.0% who would take them again (TRACE + RateMyProfessors + Reddit, updated July 2026).
Bill Lancaster professor reviews and ratings: 4.4/5 from 97 student reviews at Northeastern (89.0% would take again). TRACE + RateMyProfessor + Reddit.
Bill is very passionate about his classes. Very accommodating and the class is not too difficult. 4 quizzes, attendance, and one paper. If you are sentient you will receive an A.COMM2650 2025-01-09 20:01:24 +0000 UTC
A class that truly prepares you for the real world industry— very involved and has you create a great final product for the portfolio. Content was highly informative and well curated to the audience and his care for student success shines. Highly recommend!COMM2350 2025-01-06 08:44:55 +0000 UTC
Professor Lancaster is good! This class consisted of writing a screen play in groups (worth 55%), participation (20%), and quizzes (25%). The quizzes are difficult as they come from past student work, 1+ hour videos, and readings. Additionally, the feedback provided can be confusing, but is helpful. I took this course to fulfill the EI requirement.COMM2750 2024-04-21 01:28:51 +0000 UTC
Bill wants the best for his students and really wants them to grow an interest and appreciation for the industry. He is very kind and will always be open to talking with you. The class is certainly challenging as tests cover small details and the course is centered around a large, involved group project; however, in the end it is very rewarding.COM2350 2023-01-09 04:11:14 +0000 UTC
Great final project, engages with students, encourages discussions. Only issue for me was his quizzes asked what I thought were insignificant memory questions. Very understanding when I had a few deaths and needed an extension. Very kind, funny man. Shares his professional experience, asks about your pro experience.COMM250 2022-05-17 17:17:26 +0000 UTC
Professor Lancaster is awesome! You HAVE to take his class if you are interested in film/the entertainment industry. A true asset to NU.PEI2350 2018-06-26 20:16:10 +0000 UTC
Bill Lancaster is the example of an exceptional teacher. Never frustrated by any questions concerning topic, doesn't mind repeating, loves what he does and is vested in his students. If you take him, you'll not be disappointed.GD35 2015-11-19 14:47:30 +0000 UTC
Mr. Lancaster is an AMAZING teacher! I highly recommend taking his class. Mr. Lancaster has restored my faith in academia and teachers that care. His lessons are well planned out, has exercises, he also inspires you with websites of what designers are creating. if this is your first design class this is this is the one you want to takeGRA38 2015-08-12 22:20:15 +0000 UTC
Best teacher I've ever had. If you show him you care, he will do everything to help you in and out of the classroom. He takes a genuine interest in his students future's. Amazing teacher. No homework, except you have 4 responses due at the end of the semester, and a project due. Easy class and very interesting! 100% take it!!COMM2454 2015-05-15 13:28:55 +0000 UTC
Lancaster has definitely been the best and most influential professor I’ve had at Northeastern! His lectures are fantastic and he has so much experience! I especially enjoyed bus. of entertainment not only because of the VIP speakers, but also since it was so interesting to get their perspectives from the industry. Take all of his classes!COMM4940 2014-04-27 18:15:57 +0000 UTC
Lancaster really enjoys teaching and Makes sure the students understands the topic and has all of us engage by putting us in groups he is a great teacher and I would recommend him to all StudentsPRODU2454 2012-12-20 18:44:06 +0000 UTC
Great teacher. Taught us a lot and feel like I learned from his stories from experience working in the industry. Great guy, definitely a great class to take!BMGMT02 2012-05-11 01:24:28 +0000 UTC
Professor Lancaster is great; I recommend him to my friends. The only way to fail his class is by not going or not doing the assignments.He has a great deal of experience in the industry. He brings in industry professionals as speakers, which is invaluable. He is the kind of professor that truly wants to see his students succeed, which is rare.PEI2 2012-01-20 10:10:33 +0000 UTC
Professor Lancaster is a fair teacher, very nice and clear. make assignments and class interesting. Goes over everything and makes the most out of it. Recommend to take his class with him- very kind!COMM2 2011-12-19 17:25:17 +0000 UTC
Bill is by far the best prof I have had at NU. His lectures and assignments are clear and informative about the media field. He is extremely knowledgable of various aspects of TV and production and has worked everywhere in TV.I have taken 2 of his classes and I am truly disappointed that I can't take any more classes with him.Don't miss out!PEICOMM 2010-12-14 21:24:12 +0000 UTC
Bill Lancaster has an average rating of 4.4/5 from 97 student reviews. 89.0% of students said they would take them again.
Bill Lancaster's classes have a difficulty rating of 2.6/5 based on student reviews.
Data updated July 2026.