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Posted March 8, 2013

Figuring Out Which University Offer to Accept

After the excitement and celebrations of your university acceptance letters die down, you will be faced with one of the most difficult choices you may have ever made - which university offer to accept.

It is more than likely that during your extensive research on all of the institutions you applied for, you fell in love with them all!

You probably found many fantastic points for each university, and now that you are faced with choosing between them you are completely stuck.

Here are some questions that will help you figure out which offer to accept: What is the Overall Quality of the University?

Although the specific course details are the most important factor, when faced with equal courses, you will have to decide based on other factors. Once of these should be the ranking and prestige attached to the establishment you are attending. If one university is particularly well known for its high quality education, it makes sense for that institution to be top choice. When employers look at the qualification, it may have more value in their eyes if it is from a well renowned uni.

Which Program Fulfils my Academic and Career Objectives the Best?

If the course offers are not exactly the same, try to distinguish the main differences between them and write down the advantages of each option. You should think long and hard about exactly what you wish to study, and where you are hoping this will lead you in your career. Each university has different research facilities, access to materials, computer systems, tutors etc, so you should find out as much information as possible and evaluate whether or not they check all the boxes.

Is this Option Going to be Affordable For Me?

Although they say money isn’t everything, it does play an important role in choosing which university offer to accept. When it comes down to it, if you can’t afford the fees, or living expenses at one of the universities, it is probably not going to give you the best opportunity to achieve your full potential. There are always ways to try and earn money whilst studying , but if you put too much financial pressure on yourself, your grades may end up suffering. It is vital that you assess the cost of each offer you have, what grants / funding may be available to you, how much living costs are in the area, and any other aspects that will affect your finances, and work out which option is most financially viable.

Which Location will Suit Me Best?

Apart from the obvious factors such as cost of living, distance from home, climate, or cultural opportunities, it can be helpful for you to consider where you imagine yourself wanting to live / work after you graduate. If possible, choose a university in this region as this will help you to settle in, and start building personal and professional contacts during your studies. It may be easier to find full time employment in your ideal job if you are already living in the region and you have made contact with prospective employers during your studies.
 

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