Tom Costa - University of Virginia College at Wise, Wise, VA

Professor: Tom Costa

Department: History

College: University of Virginia College at Wise, Wise, VA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: HIS101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Hated him. He also did not excuse the days I was absent for getting my wisdom teeth pulled which deducted from my grade.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HIST3630
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Costa's interest is early America/Africa, his VA History class was great. I am not hist major but, he allows u to do 2 drafts on papers and will read the 2nd before turning it in. NEVER be late or absent without telling him in advance.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: HIST1010
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I like Professor Costa. He is very interesting and funny. Sometimes he tells jokes and he tries to make his lectures interesting. I enjoy the class a lot but its the hour and 15 minute class. All you have to do is show up to class and take notes, DO THE STUDY QUESTIONS for quizzes and the tests, and write your two papers. It's such an easy class!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HIST102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

his class is very straight forward. i hared history before taking the class. but he make it fun

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: HISTMEDI
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

One of the greatest history professors on campus. He has a great sense of humor, very black adder like. Well Dr. Costa since you wanted a hottest thing, i'll give you one. lol. multipul choice test are hard though, his essay ones are easy.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: HIST101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I think you should really take his class if you end up taking Western Civ. History isn't my favorite subject by far but he certainly makes it interesting, fun, and he's just a great professor. Willing to help if you need it. Dr. Costa Rules!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: SEMIN101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I appreciate his sense of humor.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: HIST101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

His lectures are great and funny. He tells you exactly what he wants and his tests are straight and to the point. You pay 50 cents for tardiness and cussing. Overall a great teacher!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: HIST343
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

No Comments

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: HIST
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

very unhelpful

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: HIST102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He is a very good lecturer. His test format is clear and straight-forward

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: WESTERNCIV
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Costa is fantastic! His jokes will make you actually remember things! He has no sympathy for people who skip class or show up late (you pay a quarter for tardiness AND cussing in class). He does tell you EXACTLY what he expects though. If you work to get things done (this includes reading the book), you'll do great!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: WESTERNCIV
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

No Comments

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: WESTERNCIV
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

No Comments

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: HIST
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I love Costa's classes. He's pretty easy going most of the time and makes history fun.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: WESTERCIV
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

one of the few classes i actually enjoyed going to and came away feeling i learned something.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: WESTERNCIV
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

with a little bit of effort you'll be fine...

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HST101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Class was very interesting and fun. totally enjoyable.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: HST
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He's funny.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: HIST
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Tries to come off tough but he really isn't. Personally I didn't enjoy his classes.