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Class Size & Student to Faculty Ratios: What Research Says?

Student to faculty ratios are statistics that purport to describe the educational quality of a university. A lower ratio seems to indicate smaller class sizes and a more intimate classroom experience. Not so. These ratios are unrelated to average class size, and they do not have anything to do with educational quality. An expert college admissions counselor explains what is behind these statistics and how to get beyond them to understand the truth about the educational environment at a college or university.

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Solicitar el ingreso a universidades estadounidenses desde Perú

Applying to US Universities from Peru: A Step-by-Step Guide

Every year, thousands of students from Peru choose to study abroad. For those interested in pursuing an undergraduate or master’s degree, the United States of America is an excellent option.
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Choose a College After Being Accepted

As a spring semester senior, you’re probably wondering how to choose a college after being accepted.  This can be super stressful! It’s a big decision, possibly the biggest single decision
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U.S. College for International Students

Navigating the U.S. College Application Process as an International Student in 2024

Deciding to study in the US is an exciting decision most students would want to make. Perhaps, it’s due to the plethora of opportunities that the American Education system offers.
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student to faculty ratios and class size

Class Size & Student to Faculty Ratios: What Research Says?

Student to faculty ratios are statistics that purport to describe the educational quality of a university. A lower ratio seems to indicate smaller class sizes and a more intimate classroom
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How Long Should a College Admissions Essay Be?

Throughout the process of applying to college, students must follow many steps and jump through what can feel like ten million hoops before (and even after!) hitting that submit button.
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The Perfect College Essay: Focus On You

What is the most important aspect of your college essay? You are!
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