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Us admissions guide A Guide for International Students Applying to US Universities Introduction Applying to American universities is complex and even more so for students navigating the process from abroad There are many decisions to be made and unfamilia

A Guide for International Students Applying to US Universities Introduction Applying to American universities is complex and even more so for students navigating the process from abroad There are many decisions to be made and unfamiliar terms to learn when researching schools visiting campuses and understanding application requirements Some questions you might have include ? What is the Common Application and how do I use it ? What is Early Decision and how do I know if I should apply early or in the regular round ? Which standardized tests ACT SAT TOEFL IELTS do I need to take If you don ? t know the answers to these questions don ? t worry Much of the complexity can be relieved with the proper organization research planning and guidance The experts at IvyWise have written this guide to provide you with important information that will help you ?nd and apply to a US university where you will be successful and thrive Finding the Best Fit Schools for You There are thousands of universities in the US and the most important part of the admissions process is ?nding those that are the best ?ts for you The myth that you must attend a highly ranked college in order to receive an excellent education is far from true A school ? s ranking often depends on many factors that have little to do with the classroom experience For example student selectivity academic reputation and alumni giving account for nearly half of a school ? s US News World Report ranking We encourage our students to create their own rankings based on the academic social and ?nancial factors that are important to them There are many such factors to consider when creating your college list Think about the school ? s location and size the speci ?c programs and professors that you would want to study with the availability of clubs and sports that interest you and social o ?erings What else do you think is essential to your college experience Answering these questions on the next page will give you a unique list of criteria through which you can evaluate potential schools Here is a brief questionnaire to help you get started Which areas of the US are you considering Northeast Southeast Midwest West Mid-Atlantic Northwest Southwest All Which types of location are you considering Rural Urban Suburban All How often do you plan to return home x per month x per year What size school will suit you best Small Under undergraduates Medium - undergraduates Large Over undergraduates All Are any of the following campus cultural issues important considerations for you Religion Socioeconomic Level Race Other Would you prefer a general or specialized curriculum Do you plan to declare a major immediately What do you want to study Liberal Arts Engineering Sciences Business Other Will you be seeking outside funding for your education What extracurricular activities and amenities dorms dining options gymnasium etc are important to you What are admissions committees