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There are many types of universities in the US varying from program length, size, cost and academic rigor. Here are some of the most common university types.
Funded by state governments, these universities have a large student base and offer a wide variety of majors and courses.
Examples
UCLA
University of Michigan
Funded by tuition, donations and endowments. They often provide smaller class sizes and more personalized education.
Examples
Havard University
Stanford University
More affordable and easier to get in. Offer two year associate degrees. Good for students looking to eventually transfer.
Examples
Santa Monica College
Valencia College
Emphasize broad, well rounded academic degrees. Usually small (<5000) and a focus on writing and critical thinking.
Examples
Williams College
Amherst College
Focus on research activities and offer a wide array of majors. Medium to Large and can be private or public.
Examples
MIT
John Hopkins University
They often provide intensive, hands-on education in fields such as music, dance, theater, and fine arts.
Examples
Juilliard School
Rhode Island School of Design
Regardless of which college you choose, this is going to be the most important part of your application.
Tests include the SAT, ACT, TOFEL/IELTS (For international students in non-English speaking schools). Your college could be:
The most important for top tier schools because you can set yourself apart through your profile. You have 10 activity slots!
Most colleges will require you to submit written reflections that provide the admissions team with a larger window into your life.
These are some of the other factors that can affect your profile and acceptance into top universities.
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Students apply by an earlier deadline and get the decision early as well. This is when you apply to your dream and top schools. It’s not binding - Meaning if you get accepted, you don’t have to go;
Similar timeline to EA, the big difference being you can’t apply EA or ED to any other school. It’s non-binding but it means you can’t apply earlier anywhere else. Do this only for your dream school!
Early Decision is a type of admission where you apply early to a university, and if you are accepted, then you must attend. Again, do this only for your dream schools.
The Regular Decision plan occurs when you apply as a regular applicant to a university. Under this plan, you can apply to as many other universities you want.
Rolling Admission means that the college admits students on a “first come, first serve” basis. Rolling admissions will accept students who are qualified as soon as their applications are read.
The College Journey is a unique one for each student. We’re with you, every step of the way.
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Listed here, are the possible admission decision outcomes you may receive.
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