The Secrets of College Success

The College Decision From The Professors’ Perspective
By LYNN F. JACOBS and JEREMY S. HYMAN

As the next class of college freshmen weigh their choices, Lynn F. Jacobs and Jeremy S. Hyman, authors of The Secrets of College Success, compiled some tips of The Choice.


•Focus on the academics. Since the main reason you’re going to college is to get a good
education, the quality of the courses should be a critical factor in your choice-procedure. Visit - or revisit — your top two or three choices, you’ll be able to assess how good the teaching is by attending a few first-year classes. Pay particular attention to who the instructor is (regular faculty, T.A., or adjunct professor — ask if you’re not sure), how well and interestingly the material is presented, and whether skills of analysis and interpretation are being emphasized.

Harness the power of the Web. Scrutinize the college portal: consider qualifications of faculty, look at course syllabuses (when available), and check out the majors, minors and interdisciplinary programs offered. Consider sending an e-mail to the undergraduate adviser or department chairman or chairwoman of the field you’re interested in studying (brief, and specific, questions work best). And contact the admissions office to see if it will put you in touch with a current student whom you can call or Skype. Nothing beats first-hand testimony. Read More

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