7 Effective Tips To Select Colleges

Studying abroad can be an exciting yet challenging process. Picking the right college or university might seem an easy process until you start researching. With a plethora of courses to choose from the process can be quite intimidating. Basing your college selection decision on the ranking of the college is not the only factor, you need to look at several factors when you decide on which university is right for you. You need to identify and evaluate other criteria too. Some may play a larger role than others, so prioritize what’s important to you.
Read on ahead to know what factors to look at so that you can shortlist your colleges and pick the right one for you!1) Facilities & Faculty: Are you looking to pursue entrepreneurship? Do you wish to take courses in health care or real estate management? Are you looking for a semester abroad? It’s important to choose a program that not only offers you facilities and faculty in your area of interest but also has a strong reputation in it. Research the curriculum at the school and determine the school’s expertise and focus areas.

2) Proximity to Family: For example, if you have family that you want to stay within New York, choosing a university in California means that you are a six-hour flight away.

3) Size: If you flourish in a small classroom environment with personalized attention, choosing a large university with a class size of nearly 1000 students will hinder your learning experience. Check the school website and brochures to find out what the student: teacher ratio is.

4) Campus or City University: If you prefer college grounds to encompass everything you need, from where you study to where you eat, then a campus university may be a better fit. However, if you are more inclined towards city life, and are comfortable with public transport, then a city university may be for you.

5) Cost: If attaining financial aid is a priority, then you need to select colleges that are known to offer scholarships to international students.

6) Employment Opportunities: If you are looking to find a job in investment banking then will the career services department be able to help you with that? What types of companies are recruiting at the university and for what types of opportunities? You should factor this into your decision, based on the career path that you have in mind.

7) Location: Pursuing a degree in the UK vs. the USA vs. Singapore vs. Canada can have very different implications. Even though the curriculum may be similar, your overall experience will be significantly different. When you evaluate all the other factors stated above, you will also begin to narrow in on the geographical location – for example, if you are looking for a one-year course, then Europe has more options available. If you are looking to be close to family and home, then perhaps a University in Singapore would be a right fit. Or, if you wish to work in the country after graduation then Canada may provide more opportunities.

Besides conducting your due diligence, do not forget to ask whether you have the standardized test scores, academic background, work history, and profile to get into this school and whether the college meets your criteria. Make sure you can answer these questions: Why do I want to go to THIS University? Does it meet not only my academic needs but also my professional strengths and preferences? Your master’s or undergraduate experience is an important stepping-stone towards your long-term career goals, so it’s imperative you find an environment where you can thrive.

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