University Selection - Importance of location
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It is common and logical that students shortlist the Universities on the basis of ranking reputation and research areas. Obviously academics the main purpose of going to USA for higher education.
Students should come up with a good fit of 3 or 4 Universities where they have realistic chances of admission and aid. Then they should add 1 or 2 dream schools and 1 or 2 safety schools.Next to academics, three most important criteria in University selection are Expense, Climate, and Job scenario (in that state of USA).
For international applicants the cost of attendance is very important. Even if you are totally funded, you have to pay for your rent, food, etc which drastically varies if you are in New York or College Station.
Most of the northern states of USA experience cold winters with subzero temperatures. The picture of snow may look pretty but life becomes very difficult for those not used to that extreme weather. It adds to living cost too if you have to buy heavy winter clothing.
Looking for jobs is easier if your University is located in a state with strong economic activity related to your education. Some of the states of USA have good job opportunities and some are home to dying industries bearing the burnt of outsourcing. For example, the job scenario and acceptability of a foreign worker is high in California.
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August 2nd, 2008 at 10:34 am
Does the location of university matters?
Is is a important factor for selection of universities?How does it ?
August 2nd, 2008 at 11:22 pm
Read this:
http://www.app2us.com/univ-selection/location.htm
Location is important when you are comparing two equally good Universities - you can use it as a tiebreaker. Go for a University in a state which has more jobs in your field.
August 17th, 2008 at 10:01 pm
can i get more details about job opportunities in different states of USA, because as stated here job opportunities are good in California, but the cost of living and the tuition fees of Californian universities are on the higher side for a non resident student.
August 18th, 2008 at 12:43 am
We will incorporate your suggestion in our next upgrade.
Meanwhile we can help you with your univ selection questions on our forum. Ask any question at www.app2us.com - of course it is FREE help.