Here’s how to find the right universities abroad where your child could complete his/her undergraduate education. factors to consider in overseas undergraduate education.
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Here’s how to short list countries and the various universities & colleges.
- Start with your child’s score, his GPA and class rank to understand where he or she stands — upper, median or lower percentile. Next, consider the standardised test scores. Most universities disclose GPA, SAT, ACT and IELTS averages for their past classes. This should give you a fair idea of what they’re looking for.
- List the extracurricular activities, leadership roles (within community or school) that your child was engaged in and that was recognised by your college — these will add value to your application to colleges in the US.
- Find out the college/universities strengths. An institution with a prestigious economics department may not be the best choice if your child is interested in physics. Spend some time doing research on the college/university.
- The size of a college is directly related to the academic and social experiences it offers. Large research universities offer virtually unlimited academic opportunities: more majors, more classes, more research facilities and funding. They also tend to have hundreds of student organisations, which allows students to participate in a number of activities.
Small schools, on the other hand, may offer limited academic options but usually excel in a few disciplines. With smaller class sizes, students may also benefit from individual attention and encouragement from their professors. Additionally, they may find it easier to secure leadership roles within student bodies on campus. From a social perspective, these usually have close-knit communities where students get to know their peers better. The intimacy of these relationships often reflects in strong alumni networks, which may help students after graduation. However, some may find the environment stifling.
In general, large colleges offer unlimited academic opportunities, but small colleges allow students to get to know their peers better.
- You are going to spend three to four years overseas, so decide if you like to be within the buzz of a city or the calm of a small town, whether you like urban, suburban or rural campuses. Even the weather can affect a student’s mood and level of motivation.
- Once you reach the location, talk to the academic advisor, resident head, teaching assistants or student services, if you’re unsure about anything. And remember, Its okay to do mistakes, either in a social setting or during a midterm, you don’t have to be too harsh on yourself.
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