SETTING THE SCENE
There are over 4,000 colleges and universities in the USA, almost 2,500 of which are 4-year institutions. The USA is also huge, so unlike the UK, Netherlands or Hong Kong, you have an enormous amount of choice so you can really tailor it to your academic, social and geographical preferences. The US has many and various complex requirements for applying - don’t be disheartened! This website will help you navigate the different requirements, and help get you started with picking the right options for you. A few things for you to bear in mind while you read this website:
1. When we talk about size of university, that has a big impact (no pun intended!). Universities in the US can be absolutely enormous! This can mean 40,000 students in the university, and class sizes of over 300. Just think about that for a second and consider if it’s something that appeals.
2. Rankings of US universities can vary a lot depending on the subject or discipline you’re talking about. They also don’t necessarily correllate to international ‘brand’ rankings. There are lesser-known hidden gems that have fantastic teaching, resources and student experience, which your teachers or parents may never have heard of!
3. US universities have lots of requirements, including testing, university-specific essays, recommendations and evidence of financial capacity to pay for college.
4. US universities vary dramatically - they have different characters, academic focus areas, facilities, reputations and learning styles. With over 4,000 options, you can find the perfect fit for you.
5. The US as a country is varied: culturally, geographically and in terms of how accessible different parts are for travel and access to international communities.
Source:
Guide to Universities in the USA, BridgeU LTD 2018.