Elise Dallimore is a Communication Studies professor at Northeastern University rated 3.04/5 by 86 students, with 3.79/5 difficulty and 42.0% who would take them again (TRACE + RateMyProfessors + Reddit, updated July 2026).
Elise Dallimore professor reviews and ratings: 3.04/5 from 86 student reviews at Northeastern (42.0% would take again). TRACE + RateMyProfessor + Reddit.
Classes like hers are the reason I went to college. Incredibly intellectually stimulating, you will reap the rewards if you invest in her class. She truly cares about us learning course concepts, not just regurgitating vocabulary onto a test. If you're looking for an easy way out, this is not the one, but if you're invested, you'll be great!1231 2024-11-25 15:34:42 +0000 UTC
Never, I REPEAT, never take this professor. I read reviews and took her as a challenge, but it was way harder than I imagined. She hates her students honestly, GRADES badly, expects way too much. Sometimes, her explanations don't even make sense. Exams are lengthy and ask for too much. Save yourself from botching your GPA & take another class.COMM1231 2021-05-04 22:23:10 +0000 UTC
she is a very intelligent professor but gives SOOOOO much HW and readings. would not recommend if you are a first/second year student. if you are looking for a challenge then take it. i wouldn't take this course again as it was very difficult for meCOMM3230 2021-02-28 09:51:33 +0000 UTC
If you are lazy, entitled, & aspire to be average, dont take a class w/ Dallimore. Also consider transferring to a community college bc you are wasting your $ on a higher education. If you desire to live up to your potential, take EVERY class Dallimore offers. Sit in the front row. Be better than those that aspire for less (most of these reviewers)CMN1500 2018-02-28 14:29:18 +0000 UTC
She is the most inspirational professor you will ever have. Her class is very challenging making you think integratively, but this is what college students should look for: A professor that pushes students to their maximum capability. This is a service learning class as well, so what you learn will actually be applied to something that matters.COMM123101 2017-04-18 20:28:28 +0000 UTC
Dallimore creates a hostile environment and belittles students to no end. You learn a lot but it's not worth the time and energy to take her course. Kiss your social life and sanity goodbye if you have a class with this woman. HORRIBLE.COMM 2015-01-21 22:45:08 +0000 UTC
Best Professor I have ever had, period!COMM4533 2012-06-05 15:48:00 +0000 UTC
Ridiculous woman- she's the most rigid and ridiculous person I've ever met. She assumes that you have no other classes, friends, family, or general hours in the day that do not revolve around her class. She's so rigid, don't ever expect her to be reasonable or understanding what you go to meet her. Oh, and she's obsessed with herself. DO NOT TAKE!!CMNU531 2011-03-25 18:08:30 +0000 UTC
She is by far the most ridiculous woman that I've ever met. Not only is she conceited (class wise) but she pretends as if her classes were this hard when she was in school (highly untrue). Wish I could've added and dropped her class when I had the chance. I'm depressed she's the reason.CONS533 2009-02-19 13:11:58 +0000 UTC
worked harder in this class then in any other class, grade did not reflect that. One of the hardest most time consuming classes i have ever taken but one of the best. Learned alot and took alot out of it. Dallimore is an impossible grader, but an amazing professor. Highly recommend taking her classes, but not at the same time as another hard class.CMN230 2008-05-18 18:03:49 +0000 UTC
Really hard grader but not impossible. The class is interesting and attendance is not mandatory but if you don't go you're screwed. You have to do the reading because she gives pop quizzes plus grades you daily on class participation. A really big workload so don't take another really hard class at the same time. Overall I think she's a good teacheCMNU231 2008-03-17 09:52:38 +0000 UTC
Students who are critical are probably students who didn't do the work. She is the BEST professor I have had. She is concerned with students' learning. Sure she is tough but all to help students learn and do good quality work. She cares about students and is always willing to help them succeed if they do their part.COMM533 2008-01-03 16:09:33 +0000 UTC
Is clear about what she wants and therefore, is fair. However, very intense- talks loud, LOVES morning, talks close to your face etc. Also likes to elaborate on everything twenty times, and asks you to do the same. That being said, it is possible to get an A, but it is a difficult and heavy work load, and she is not the most laid back of professorsCMNU230 2007-04-04 00:04:18 +0000 UTC
VERY VERY HARD. NOT WORTH TAKING!!! she is a perfectionist that gives a ridiculous amount of work and expects it to be graduate level, but doesnt give the a's except if beyond perfect!!COM231 2006-11-06 23:40:27 +0000 UTC
One of the best professors. People don't like her cause she makes you do a lot of work, but that's cause they are lazy. Good if you want to learn, and have an interest in consulting. Highly recommended!CMN533 2006-10-28 13:36:35 +0000 UTC
Elise Dallimore has an average rating of 3.04/5 from 86 student reviews. 42.0% of students said they would take them again.
Elise Dallimore's classes have a difficulty rating of 3.79/5 based on student reviews.
Elise Dallimore has taught COMM1231, COMM3230, COMM4533 at Northeastern.
Data updated July 2026.