College refers to an institute of education beyond high school. What designates a college as such varies slightly among different countries; in some nations, colleges are those institutions that offer two-year undergraduate associates degrees and often specialize in vocational and liberal arts subjects, while universities are research-based schools that offer four-year bachelors degrees, masters degrees and doctorate degrees. However, in the United States, the terms university and college are often used interchangeably to refer to any institution of higher learning.
Tips on College Admission
- Maximize SAT Scores - prep courses, private tutors, and knowledge cramming
- Write Winning Essays - create a strong opening sentence
- Have a Great Application - build your credentials throughout high school
- Differentiate Yourself - Start new clubs in school and organizations to help your community
(From Elite College Coaching)
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The U.S. Department of Education provides students with $80 million in grants and low-interest loans each yearCollege.gov: Financial Aid Basics
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Approximately 50% of college students' expenses are for food and housingCollege.gov: Financial Aid Basics
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There are over 3,000 colleges worldwideMIT: Colleges and Universities
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In the U.S., the average salary of college graduates is more than double that of high school graduatesCollege.gov: Boost your earnings
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A college degree cuts Americans' likelihood of becoming unemployed in halfCollege.gov: Boost your earnings
