Sunday, March 27, 2016

Selecting a university

 By now mot pf you will have heard back  from several univeraities.   Ideally most of your responses have been affirmative.  This still leaves   you with a major decision to make-
 Deciding which university to attend!.

 This is not as easy as it  seems.  If you have only one acceptance  -  then say yes as soon as possible.


 Selecting from multiple schools  is a question of deciding where  your priorities lie.
Factors that  people claim are important are
1. setting - rural or urban
2. climate
3.  ranking
4.  career support and job opportunities on graduation

 These are all important  issues  to consider but keep in mind that you are essentially choosing a plce to call home  for the next 4 years ( often this tag will last your whole life)

 Keep in mind that the intellectual environment at university is  just as important s the physical one.Ask your self  these questions

1. Do you want to be  at the top of your class  or do you want to be  intellectually challenged  on a daily basis.
2. Do you prefer a collaborative environment or do you thrive on competition?

3. Do you  like meeting new people daily or  do you want a core set of 5-10 friends that will   be friends for life.

4. Are you interested in a specific subject of study or do you want to explore  and search for your passion.
 Anser these  honestly to get a feel of what you want from college and see which university give  you the best vibe. Talk to    current students ( the admissions Office will be able to connect to) and alumni.

 Universities often have special visitation days for accepted student - Do this if possible.
 Once you decide -  acept  quickly. Also  do send  a  rejection letter  to   any other options. This will allow them to start clearing waitlists.





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