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College is Coming. To navigate through this lesson:. At any point you can go to the section you want (1.Introduction, 2.Lesson, 3.Check) and move through it using the Back and Forward buttons. College. According to Webster:
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To navigate through this lesson: At any point you can go to the section you want (1.Introduction, 2.Lesson, 3.Check) and move through it using the Back and Forward buttons.
College • According to Webster: “an institution offering instruction usually in a professional, vocational, or technical field” But…. It can also be so much more!
Preparing for future Finding one’s self Greek Life College Living on one’s own Sports Networking Building life long friendships
As you can see, choosing a college is abigdecision and requires a great deal of timeandthoughtadded to research. However, to complete all of this you must first look withinand develop an understanding of what you want and need.
BIG Decision Choosing a school is more than one small decision in your life. It is bigger than choosing what to eat for breakfast or what to wear to the movies. Instead, finding the perfect fit is the next step of your life! 4 plus years of your life Catapult for your career Prepares you for the rest of your life
LessonIn exploring your options for college there are endless categories and wants to consider. Let’s take a look at four personal preferences to consider. Student Enrollment Size Location Academic Reputation Campus Life
As you go through this lesson, take a few moments on each screen to: Think of your own preferences Put yourself in the various scenarios Examine your goals for your future Decide how you would rank each in order of personal importance
Student Enrollment Size Class size preferences Student to teacher ratio Learning style Need for personal attention
Student Enrollment Size Campus size Spread out vs. compact Walking vs. driving
Student Enrollment Size Diversity Types of people Groups, organizations, activities Opportunities
Location Proximity to home Close to family vs. ready to get away Want to explore How often you want to be home Desire to commute
Location Accessible Easy to get to from home Mode of transportation
Location Weather Ideal climate Seasons Wardrobe
Location Area College town Atmosphere Relation to attractions Big city Professional sports Shopping
Academic Reputation Known for Recognition Strengths and weaknesses
Academic Reputation Programs What is provided Match interests Established majors
Academic Reputation Job Placement Recognized/known institution Prestigious degree Networking availability
Dorms Apartment House Campus Life • Is living at home and commuting an option? Housing Quality Location Price
Campus Life Greek Life Importance Size and quality Involvement
Campus Life Sports College teams Opportunity to watch, support and be involved Intramural
Campus Life Social/Night Life Things to do Events to attend Restaurant selection Gathering places
Now let’s reflect and see how these personal preferences apply to your own college search. For each of the categories, think about your own answers to the questions. You are free to write your responses on a sheet of paper. This will help you learn about yourself.
Student Enrollment Size Do you like knowing your teacher and talking to them often? Do you like knowing all of your classmates? Do you concentrate better if you go to class alone and pay attention? Are you opposed to walking 15 minutes to class?
Location Do you like warm weather or the snow? Do you want to stay close to home or are you ready to get away? Do you want to be able to drive home for a weekend? Could you go across the country to explore a new place? Are you interested in being near a big city?
Academic Reputation What job do you see yourself pursuing after college? Is there a specific major or program that interests you? What schools are known for your wanted area of study?
Campus Life What extracurricular activities would you like to get involved in? What do you like to do on the weekends? Do you follow sports teams? Do you want to live in a dorm? What kind of housing standards do you have?
Check Now that you have learned how colleges and universities can differ AND explored your own personal preferences, let’s see if you can help a few students choose a school that would fit them best!
To navigate through this quiz: Click your chosen answer and a response will appear If correct, you will have a forward arrow to move to the next question If incorrect, you will have a back arrow to go to the question and choose another answer In order to move to any other part of this tutorial, you must finish the entire quiz
Question 1)Felix is a learner who needs individual attention and likes knowing his teacher. Which school would fit him best? • Ohio State (60,000 students) • Hanover (2,000 students) • Miami of Ohio (17,000)
Try again! Think of his preferences in regards to class size relating to student enrollment size.
YAY! Great job! Hanover would be Felix’s best option for his learning style alone.
You’re close but think about his personal preferences for individual attention.
Question 2)Joanna lives in Michigan and hates the cold. She is ready to get away from her home town. Which school matches her preferences? • Michigan State University • Eastern Michigan University • University of Arizona
Awesome! Arizona would fit into Joanna’s location standards.
Question 3)Darvon’s father and mother were involved in greek life and he has grown up dreaming of being in a fraternity. Which school would fit him best? • University of Alabama (known for greek life) • Ivy Tech (commuter school) • Xavier University (private university without greek life)
Think a little deeper! A commuter school would not have as active and large of a greek system because no one lives on campus.
Pick again! Darvon has defined being in a frat as one of his most important categories in choosing his school.
Question 4)Li wants to be a marine biologist. Where should she pick choosing from these options? • Idaho State University • University of Hawaii • University of Texas
Good try but Idaho would be a tough place to study sea animals.
Question 5)Karina is a social butterfly and thrives on large groups of people. She is able to adapt to various learning environments. Where should she go? • Indiana Wesleyan University • University of Miami • Fairfield Community College