University Education in America

Embracing Dreams: University in America!

In America, one of the most preferred countries for university education, there are thousands of higher education institutions. It is possible to find a school based on budget, pleasure, or even pleasure. But if you do not know what criteria you will make these preferences, what you should pay attention to when you choose to apply to the school you choose, and how you can find financial support, here's the answer! ..

 

Where does it begin? 

While trying to make a choice among 3,500 universities in America, many criteria will guide you in finding the right one for you. The place where the university is located is one of these criteria. First decide whether you want to study in a crowded city or a quiet town. Do not forget to evaluate the accommodation offered to you when you look at the universities you want. Many people suffer from their own lives. However, after this initial enthusiasm for freedom, most students start to think differently. It is important that your living environment is comfortable and that you have a companion roommate in terms of your orientation adaptation. Find out more options and alternatives for accommodation other than the school bed.

 

It is very important that you get all the details about your academic programs while evaluating the schools you list after these criteria. Typically, look for how many hours a day a student will work, what lessons are needed for graduation, and how many credits should be collected. Review the basic courses (first two years), integrated training programs, most student-owned parts, and English proficiency levels. At the same time, do not forget to ask how much academic support you can get. Are there any services that help international students with academic difficulties? How long does a foreign student graduate on average? Is there a college of graduate school in our country? Do students meet at the airport on their first arrival? What information is given to students and their parents before going to campus? Are special academic advisors appointed? How relevant is the school to the academic or administrative life of the staff? How much is the weler training included? What are the in-school cultural activities the school offers for foreign students?

 

Once you have found the answers to all these questions, do not forget to evaluate the security, another very important criterion. It is very easy to investigate this issue which is always worrying especially for foreign students and their families in America. Because American universities are obliged to keep a record of all crimes that occur on campus by law, and this is open to the public. It is mandatory to provide this information if all candidate students and families request it. Compare the campus crime rates of all the schools you consider.

 

Finally, a graduate of a university is the most useful resource for you. Many schools use their graduates for student admission programs. If the school does not implement this system, ask the student admission officer to give one or two graduates a name from your country.Ask these students what they liked and did not like about the school, and if they had the chance to choose again, they would choose this school mule again. And do not forget to compare the answers you get with these questions.

 

Entry Requirements for American Universities

 

Universities in America start learning in late August or in the first half of September. The course year ends in May or at the latest in early June. It is imperative that the learner continue to study throughout the school year. In many universities, the academic year is divided into two equal parts called semesters. There is also summer season. In some universities, the calendar year is divided into four equal parts. Students are free to participate in summer semesters.

 

The most important of the entry requirements to American universities are the student's level of knowledge, academic standing, results of tests on knowledge and ability, letters of reference and tuition and living expenses in the United States.

 

English Knowledge Level 

One of the basic requirements of studying at American universities is to know English language as much as an American student can understand and follow. A student who does not speak very good English is not allowed to attend any undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral programs in the United States. The level of English is measured by the TOEFL test.

 

Academic Status of the Learners 

In order for the student to be admitted to any university, he must be successful during his / her previous learning. For example, students applying for undergraduate study are required to have transcripts showing high school, university students applying for graduate studies and their grades. Many universities require a general grade average of at least B (7.5 out of 10 or 3 out of 4) as a condition of acceptance. There are many other universities that accept students with a lower GPA. Entering a quiz (for example, 4 out of 57 students) also plays an important role in admission.

 

Knowledge and Skill Tests 

Students who want to study at American universities may be required to take the following tests.

 

Reference Letters 

Students who are asked to apply to American universities, usually written by the students of the student, the success of the student in the class, the attitude of the class, cultural and social activities, and recommends the student to the university.

 

Meeting Costs in America 

The student must prove that there is sufficient financial means with a bank letter or a scholarship certificate. The bank letter is a letter from the bank stating that the student or family has a certain amount of money in that bank.

 

Education and Living Cost 

In the United States, education costs are normally expected to vary from school to school,

 

University (yearly) $ 5,000 - $ 30,000

 

Life (yearly) $ 11,000 - $ 19,000

 

Ways to Find Financial Support

 

Admission to a college or university in America is the dream of many international students. However, admission to the school is only a start. How the family will meet the cost of the school is as important as the acceptance of the school at least. For this reason, be absolutely sure that the schools you are evaluating provide financial support for foreign students. If so, what do you need to do to be a candidate? Many private schools offer generous scholarships to academically strong students.

 

The costs of studying at American universities include:

• The application fee can be between $ 40 and $ 60.
• The cost of training can be as high as $ 5,000 in a 2-year school or up to $ 30,000 a year in a 4-year college. Tuition fees are usually paid twice a year at the beginning of the semester.
• Room and meal costs. (It depends on the accommodation type.)
• Health and dental insurance. (It is obligatory for all foreign students studying in America.)
• Travel costs. (at least one round-trip airfare, airport includes school transportation) It is also advisable for foreign students to have travel insurance.
• And all the associated costs during the training.
• For detailed cost information, you can use the source listing the costs of all educational institutions and universities in the United States, which is the publication of the Institute of International Education, Costs at US Educational Institutions. This resource is available at Fullbright offices and American consulates.

Financial Support Resources

 

1. Most private schools can provide financial support for people who have academic qualifications or who are successful in matters such as sports and arts. Get the categories of the scholarships you are considering applying for. Get the criteria and deadlines.

 

2. Academic-superior students may receive scholarships or assistantships.

 

3- Some schools apply a combination program or a three-year program. Thanks to these programs, students can complete all courses required for graduation in 3 years instead of 4.

 

4- Many schools charge a flat fee for a specific loan that can be taken in a semester. In this case, get the maximum amount of credit you can get. (eg 12 credits and over $ 5,000)

 

5- Do research to get summer lessons in cheaper or a school in your country. Make sure these lessons can be transferred to your school.

 

6- Many schools offer study opportunities for foreign students. You can earn between $ 1,000 and $ 2,000 per semester based on the hourly rate and the weekly hours you can work.

 

7. Most of the schools that have campus accommodation provide financial support to the students for working as a dormitory officer (RA). The goodness of the student's notes is the reason for preference, but not necessarily. An interview is held during the election phase.

 

8- Cooperative education offers students full-time study and full-time reading. Find out if your schools offer this option. You can earn money and get valuable business experience at the same time.

 

If you decide to read in America ...

 

1. Ask for information and application form by writing about 10-20 up to the appropriate arrows. Normally you have to apply a year before (6 months before some schools). Those who want to go to America faster than this have to apply to the Turkish representatives of American universities.

2. Review the information and application forms from the universities. On these forms you will find the latest and detailed information that introduces the school and specifies the entry requirements.

3. As soon as you have decided to study in the United States, go through the tests required by universities as soon as possible and undertake the necessary efforts to deliver the results to the universities.

4. Fill in the forms of the universities you believe you can enter and send them to the universities with the application fee and the required documents (diploma or release document, transcript, bank letter, reference letters, test results etc.). The application fee (usually $ 30 - $ 100) can be paid by a check from the foreign exchange banks, or by some credit cards issued abroad.

5. Apply at least 3 universities. If you apply only to a university, you may be late to apply to other schools if that school does not accept you.

6. The university you are applying for will send you an acceptance letter after you have reviewed your paperwork and if you accept it. Therefore, you should apply to the Ministry of National Education and the American Consulate to obtain a passport for your student or student visa.

7. Before you go to America, try to improve your English by making use of every source and chief, and to increase your knowledge about America and especially the region and school you will go to.