Whether you’re getting ready to finish school and are thinking about your next options, or have been in the workforce for years but want to change careers, it’s usually important to study a degree that will help you get the type of job and lifestyle you’re after.
However, choosing a university can be incredibly daunting, and something you really want to get right the first time. You should keep in mind that it’s not all about the course you want to study either; there are many factors to weigh up. To help you make a decision, read on for some tips on picking the best college for your needs.
Location
For starters, consider the location of a university when comparing options. Obviously, if you wish to keep living at home as you study, (in order to save money), you should look for a facility that’s within driving distance. On the other hand, if you’re actually looking forward to moving out of home, you might like something that’s in another city or state. Note though, that if this is the case, you should still think about location as far as finding a campus close to things like affordable accommodation, grocery stores, restaurants, bookshops, and transport hubs.
Location may be an important factor for you too if you plan to continue working in your current role while attending university. If this is the case, you perhaps want to choose an education provider that’s situated not far too from your workplace, or perhaps in between your work and home.
Similarly, if you have a family and have to fit your studies in around dropping off or picking up children from school, sports facilities, home, and other spots, you will probably want to find a campus that isn’t far from your house and other regularly-attended locations.
GMAT Waiver
Flexibility is another factor many students consider when evaluating university options. For instance, you might think that finding a university that offers an online version of the courses with a GMAT-waiver MBA program, is the answer. However, be very cautious about these types of programs, there is a reason they are waiving the GMAT.
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See the above video for more information. However, if you’re working full-time and need to fit your studies in around your work schedule, or have other commitments each week that preclude you from making it to on-campus classes, you may need to find a suitable online course, or one that offers more flexible class times, such as at nights or on weekends. Flexibility might also come into play if you want to attend a university that allows students to combine degrees, accelerate their program’s timeframe, or otherwise fast-track the total time spent studying.
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