Choosing a College or University
The United States has attracted millions of international students to its post-secondary universities and colleges because the U.S.A. offers so many choices and some of the best facilities in the world. But because the choices are so varied, a decision of what program to attend is not an easy one. This article can give you a better idea of how to determine what type of university is best for you.
With more than 3,000 colleges and universities in the United States, the options are almost limitless and you will have to determine what your priorities are. One of the best characteristics of the American higher education system is that there are good choices for just about everyone, from community colleges to career schools to private, liberal arts colleges to large, public universities. You must also consider factors such as the geographic location of a school, its size and the degree program it offers.
As an overseas applicant, you have a special challenge. Maybe you have never visited the U.S.A. or seen the campuses that interest you. It's important that you take extra care to find out about each school's location and about the kind of people who study and teach there. These considerations can be as important to you as the quality of the school's academic programs.
Begin your search early-and consider your long-term goals
My first advice to you is to take plenty of time to study your potential choices. It takes a long time to identify what colleges might be appropriate for you, so it is important to begin this process 12 to 18 months before you wish to begin your studies (keep in mind that the school year begins in August or September in the United States). For many applicants, you also need to consider that you will need three to nine months at an English-as-a-Second Language (ESL) program to prepare for high-level academic work.
There are many questions you will have to ask yourself throughout the college/university decision-making process.
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