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Archive for April 9th, 2008

Tej Kohli explains ‘ Why study in US?’

09 Apr

Tej Kohli blog is a rich source of information that contains lot of interesting stuff for students, aspiring to study in US.

Many times I have come upon people wondering ‘Why US?’ Well, being in US for quite a while now, I think I’m in a better position to help you understand what advantages US has in store for students.
I personally feel that every student must study in US. It gives you a lifetime opportunity to know and live the great culture of America. Each year, students from all over the world move in flocks to join study programs in America. If you are seeking admission at graduate or post graduate level, America rules the roost.
Below are some of the reasons that make America a most preferred destination for studying abroad:

1. Vast array of universities: America house more than 4000 colleges counting all private/public colleges and universities that offers a wide range of courses from vocational to technical or professional. A student can enroll his name in either large or small colleges, according to his/her preferences. The fee structure also varies from university to university, so as to match your pocket size.

2. Choice of courses: Colleges and universities in US offer courses in several specialties. Graduation degrees are offered in both professional and research fields. Then, there are career-oriented technical and vocational courses being offered by private or community colleges. Some of the highly popular courses include subjects like business and management, engineering, mathematics, computer science and physical and life sciences. Research courses are also offered in several academic fields. Studying in US open floodgates of a flourishing career in several domains.

3. Diverse students: Studying in US offers a unique international study experience as you study amid classmates hailing from diverse races, age-group and nationality. It enriches your experience and helps you identify with the culture of other nations, except America. What that tells apart US form other countries is that it models a unique blend of languages, cultures and facilitates transnational though-sharing.

4. Intellectual faculty: US give you a golden opportunity to study and learn under the guidance of learned scholars from all over the world. Most of them employed as permanent members by colleges.

5. More personalized study pattern: US enjoys an edge over many global education hubs in first, striking a low student v/s teacher ratio and second granting academic freedom. This means students can work in close coordination with teachers and can develop personal bonds outside the college corridors.

6. Take a trip : Apart from learning, US gives you ample scope to travel various places and do other fun activities like visiting new cities, hiking, skiing, visit museums and other highlights of America.

To summarize, studying in America is a comprehensive experience that facilitate all-round growth of an individual. During their sojourn in US students become practical and gain confidence. So, I would advice all you students to shed all apprehensions and head off to US for studying.