Tips on How to Get the Most Out of College Visits?
College visits can be an important part of the college selection process as they give you the opportunity to see the campus, meet with current students and faculty, and get a feel for the overall atmosphere of the college.
Public versus Private Universities?
The simple difference between Public and Private Universities is that Public universities are paid for by the state’s taxpayers and private universities run on endowments from alumni etc. This changes the way resources are allocated, and mainly the way students get admitted. For all public universities, the Common Data Set would say that the criteria for admission for state residency are “very important”. The simple logic to this is that public or state universities, given that they are funded through resident taxes, prioritize local or domestic students over out-staters or international applicants. Therefore, most public universities will have about 2%(such as at U.Maryland) to 8% International students.
Choosing the Right College Setting and Location
In a previous blog, I gave five tips to help students find their perfect college match. In the article, I asked students to reflect on what they need around them to flourish, by which I meant what do they need, to feel comfortable during their time living at college. In this blog I’m going to explore this further by looking in more detail about just one aspect that students should consider, how does the setting and location of a college contribute to the college experience.
What is a Liberal Arts Education?
Not so long ago I had a long conversation with a parent who was concerned that their child was interested in applying to some liberal arts colleges. Through the conversation, we discussed just what a liberal arts education is and how appropriate it is for the modern employment market. In this blog, I’m going to share some of the points that came out of our conversation.
What’s a Research University?
In a previous article, I wrote about the many types of colleges and universities to be found across the United States. In this article, I am going to provide a more in depth look at one of those types, the research university. I will explain just what distinguishes a research university from other types and suggest what type of student best fits that environment.
What is a College Consortium?
College Consortiums are formed when two or more colleges/universities come together to share resources. These resources could be in the form of labs, libraries, cultural centers, faculty, etc. Colleges from a consortium are located within 10 to 20 miles of each other, to ensure the smooth functioning and use of these facilities by students from these colleges.
What You Need To Know About Stanford University
Stanford University has a worldwide reputation that every year attracts thousands of applications from all parts of the planet. Students are drawn to it because it of the quality of the education it offers, the entrepreneurial mindset and some wonderful employment opportunities at the end of their degree. Whatever it is that attracts you to Stanford, this blog will help you get to know more about it and whether it will be a good fit for you.
Alternate US Colleges and Why You Should Consider Them
Alternative US Colleges to Consider in your Search Ever thought of attending a university where you don’t receive letter grades, but instead narrative evaluations from your professors, or one where you get to voice your opinion without thinking twice? Introducing ‘Alternative Colleges’. Unknown to most international students, the student body from these colleges welcome […]
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign-College Profile
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) is a renowned public research university located in the twin cities of Champaign and Urbana, Illinois. The university offers a dynamic and vibrant academic environment that fosters a culture of learning, innovation, and collaboration.
What You Need To Know About Colgate University
Colgate University is a private liberal arts college located in Hamilton, New York. It was founded in 1819 by the Baptist Education Society of the State of New York, and it is the oldest college in New York’s Finger Lakes region. Colgate is known for its strong academic reputation. The university is consistently ranked among the top liberal arts colleges in the country.