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Things to Consider When Choosing a University

by Tazim Damji

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Choosing where to study and what to study can be a challenging process. A good place to start is to use something like this student loan calculator to determine how you will pay for your education, taking into account interest rates and how long you will be studying for, to help you work out if this is going to be a viable option for you. Here’s also another calculator that you can use at your own convenience. It’s a downloadable calculator that helps you see your monthly student loan payments, interest accumulation, and subsidies you may qualify for.

Here are some helpful tips to help you make the crucial decision of choosing a university.

Things to Consider When Choosing a University

Accreditation

First things first, you will want to be sure that the university is accredited. This means that the school has been vetted and its curriculum reviewed to verify that it meets all higher education academic standards.

Usually, you will find this information on a school’s website, but you can contact the university if you have trouble finding it online. For example, Grand Canyon University accreditation and other institutions are readily available, and aspiring students can verify the information.

A university can be regionally or nationally accredited. Also, most universities have their own accreditation within the school. For instance, Grand Canyon University accreditation professionals have accreditation policies to ensure that your degree is recognized by future employers and other higher education institutions.

Ranking

Every university has its own assessed academic rankings, considering its teaching staff, research, subject, etc. The universities you shortlist must have great overall rankings and the course you intend to study.

Courses

A large number of students regret their subject choice, especially when it comes to job hunting. Therefore, course type is one of the biggest considerations you need to make when choosing a university.

Make sure the university has a strong reputation in that particular course. You also need to find out about the university’s department to know the kind of facilities they have.

League tables

League tables are conducted at different points annually, and they mainly judge job prospects and academic factors. These leagues are quite easy to compare, and you can find out which ones did better in a particular university.

Graduation rate

Graduating from university is as important as getting accepted. So, when considering a university, review the percentage of students who graduate as this will speak volumes about that university.

Location

Location is another factor to consider. If you want a school close to home, it would be best to consider nearby universities. If your main concern is landing a job after graduation, ensure the university is located near potential employers.

Entry requirements

The university of your choice should be in line with your predicted grades. Some universities ask for higher grades than others, even for similar courses. It would also be best to check if the university accepts a lower grade to avoid being disappointed on results day.

Things to Consider When Choosing a University

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Tazim Damji is a permaculture gardener and certified holistic nutritionist from Vancouver, Canada. She is passionate about photography, vegan food, and gardening. Read more posts by Tazim. Visit her food and adventure blog Celebrate Life's Adventures Connect with Tazim via Twitter or on Facebook .

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