Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Binghamton University

Binghamton University is located Binghamton University State University of New York
PO BOX 6001 Binghamton, NY 13902-6001

What is Binghamton University looking for?

  • Average High School GPA
    Mid 50%: 91-96
  • Average Transfer GPA
    3.4
  • Average SAT score ;Mid 50%: 1190-1360
  • Average ACT score; Mid 50%: 27-30
  • Freshmen Retention Rate
    91% (National Avg. 65.7%)

What are they known for?
Business program

Tuition:
Savings first year $33,305  
Savings over four years $133,220  

Annual Budget(2010-11)

Binghamton University

Comparable Privates
Tuition and fees $6,815* $38,500
Room and board ** $11,080 $12,700
Cost of Attendance $17,895 $51,200

Student to Teacher ratio:
20:1

Go to http://www2.binghamton.edu/ for more info.


Columbia University

Columbia University is located 116st and Broadway New York, NY 07628

What is Columbia University looking for?
-your highest SAT or ACT grade
-require people to take AT LEAST two SAT subject test (it doesn't matter which one)
-look at your high school transcript and wants to see that you continue to challenge yourself
-involvement in things other then the classroom; volunteer work, work, clubs, etc.
-personally and characteristics of the person
-recommendations

What are they known for?
Journalism, Law, Business

Tuition:
Their tuition differs depending on what major you want to do so, go to this website http://www.columbia.edu/cu/sfs/docs/University_Tuition_And_Fees/tuition-fees.html and see what you are interested in.

Student to Teacher ratio:
6:1

Go to http://www.columbia.edu/ for more info.


Marist College

Marist College is located in 3399 North Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

What is Marist College looking for?
-Should be ranked in the top of half the graduating class.
-average about 3.2-3.7 or better
-they look at AP classes 
-4 years of English
-3 years of Science
-3 years of History/Social Studies
-2 years of a foreign language
-SAT scores are between 1730-1920 or higher
-ACT scored are between 25-29 or higher
 
What are they known for?
Media

Tuition:

Tuition & Fees                               $ 27,150.00

Room & Board                                  11,730.00

Books & Supplies                                1,500.00


Total                                            $ 40,380.00


Student to Teacher ratio:
11:1

Go to http://www.marist.edu/for more info.



Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Cornell University

Cornell University is located in Cornell University Campus, Day Hall Ithaca, NY 14853

What is Cornell University looking for?


Cornell is an Ivy League School. Cornell takes academics seriously however, they didn't set up a specific requirement in terms of grades. However, they look for something beyond the numbers such as ability, achievements, motivation, leadership, diligence, and integrity. This can be shown in essays, recommendations, extracurricular activities, hobbies, after-school and summer jobs, and volunteer work.

What are they known for?
Law School, Veterinary School, Technology-related majors

Tuition:
Cost of Attendance$52,394
Tuition and Fees
$37,954
Room and Board
$12,160
Books and Supplies
$740
Other Expenses
$1,540
Payment PlansInstallment plan

Student to Teacher ratio:
9:1

Go to http://www.cornell.edu/ for more info.


Syracuse University

Syracuse University is located in 200 Crouse College Syracuse, NY 13244-1010 (upstate New York)

What is Syracuse University looking for?

-Preparation and purpose:

Your academic performance is a good factor of their decision especially senior year. The more AP and honor course you take, the better it looks for your chance in getting in to Syracuse.

-Educational background

Curriculum differs from countries, so they closely examine your school's profile to put your course selections and grades in proper context.

-Standardized test performance

They look at the SAT or ACT test (which ever one is higher). If you take the ACT, the writing section is optional. However, if you take the SAT, they look at ALL the sections.

-Personality

In your personal essay, they want to hear about your goals, interests, experiences, and values to allow them to understand better what kind of person you are. An interview is not mandatory but it's recommended.

-The opinion of others

Syracuse University also takes account of recommendations from your counselor as well as two teacher recommendation to understand what you are like as a person.

-Extracurricular activities

They want to know that you are able to manage your time and interests. They will ask for any of your after-school activities, volunteer work, or employment to see that you are commitment to help others, you are organized and if you have leadership skills.

-Special talent

Syracuse University is interested to know if you have any special talents.

-Strength of character

Syracuse is looking for people who take risks and a good citizenship because they believe that the best students are those who strengthen and support those around them.

What are they known for?
Athletics, Business, Visual and Performing Arts and Journalism

Tuition:
 
Cost of Attendance$50,098
Tuition and Fees
$34,926
Room and Board
$12,374
Books and Supplies
$1,306
Other Expenses
$1,492
Payment PlansInstallment plan

Student to Teacher ratio:
15:1

Go to http://www.syr.edu/ for more info.

Sunday, March 21, 2010

Wells College

Wells College is located in 170 Main Street, Aurora, NY 13026.

What is Wells College looking for?
  • four years of English
  • three or more years of mathematics
  • three or more years of social science
  • two or more years of laboratory science
  • two or more years of a foreign language 
  • A school report and official high school transcripts
  • Two teacher recommendations from 11th and/or 12th grade teachers in academic subject areas 
  • A $40 application fee
  • Results from the SAT I or ACT. International students may submit TOEFL results
  • A personal interview is recommended

What are they known for?
Performing Arts

Tuition:

Tuition $28,180
Room and Board   $9,000
Fees   $1,500
Total $38,680

Student to Teacher ratio:
9:1

Go to http://www.wells.edu/ for more info.

St. John's University

St. John's University is located in St Louise De Marillac Hall New York, NY 11432

What is St. John's University looking for?

What are they known for?
liberal arts

Tuition:

 Fall/Spring Block tuition
(12-18 credits)
 Per creditPer SemesterPer Year
All Students$978$14,675$29,350
The Peter J. Tobin College of Business, students (Years 3-4)$1,020$15,300$30,600
Pharm.D. majors
(Years 3-6)
$1,120$16,800$33,600
Fixed Rate Tuition for Freshman entering Fall 2009 and Spring 2010$1.053$15,800$31,600

Student to Teacher ratio:
18:1

Go to http://www.stjohns.edu/ for more info.


Queens College

Queens College is located on 65-30 Kissena Blvd., Flushing, NY 11367

What is Queens College looking for?

Average of B+ or higher 
3 years of Math
4 years of English
2 years of Science
4 years of Social Studies
3 years of Foreign Language

What are they known for?
Education

Tuition:

New York State Resident

Effective Fall 2009
Out-of-State Resident or International Student 
Effective Fall 2009
Undergraduate Full-time / max (degree student) $2,300 / semester $415 / credit*
Part-time (degree student) $195 / credit $415 / credit
     Credits: $195 total $415 total
Non-Degree $285 / credit $610 / credit*
     Credits: $285 total $610 total

Student to Teacher ratio:
17:1

Go to http://www.qc.cuny.edu/ for more info.

Saturday, March 20, 2010

New York University

New York University's (NYU) campus is located is different parts of Manhattan, New York.

What is NYU looking for?

Average High School GPA: 3.63
SAT Critical Reading Score Range (middle 50%): 630 - 730
SAT Math Score Range (middle 50%): 650 - 750
ACT Score Range (middle 50%): 29 - 31
Ranked in Top 10% of High School Class: 69.7%

What are they known for?
musical theatre, and math

Tuition:
Tuition (full-time undergraduate): $38,765
Room and Board (average): $13,226
Average Financial Aid Package (incoming freshman): $29,560
Annual Amount NYU-funded Financial Aid (freshmen only): $89 million

Student to Teacher ratio:
11:1

Go to http://nyu.edu/ for more info.

Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University is located on the North Shore of Long Island which is about 55 miles from Manhattan.

What are they looking for?
Successful applicants will typically have:

* High school diploma or equivalent. The average high school GPA is 91 or 3.6
(Regents diploma preferred for NY residents)

* Strong high school academic program that includes:

o 4 units of English
o 4 units of social studies
o 3 units of mathematics (4 units required for engineering)
o 3 units of science (4 units required for engineering)
o 2 or 3 units of a foreign language

* Standardized test scores that indicate the promise of success in a rigorous undergraduate course of study.

The Middle 50% of Our 2009 Enrolled Freshmen Had:

+ SAT Math Scores Between 590 and 680;
+ SAT Critical Reading Scores Between 540 and 630;
+ SAT Writing Scores Between 540 and 630;
+ ACT Scores Between 25 and 29.

* Students who show evidence of leadership, special talents or interests, and other personal qualities through extracurricular activities, volunteer work, and other non-academic pursuits will receive special consideration.

* SAT Subject Tests in Mathematics (Level 1 or Level 2) and one other subject of the student's choice are recommended.

Tuition:

Cost of Attendance
In-state: $19,199
Out-of-state: $27,099
Tuition and Fees
In-state: $6,489
Out-of-state: $14,389
Room and Board
$10,018
Books and Supplies
$900
Other Expenses
$1,792
Payment Plans
Credit card, installment plan

What is Stony Brook known for?
Biology/Biological Sciences, General Business/Commerce, General Psychology

Student to Teacher Ratio:
19:1

For more information go to http://www.stonybrook.edu/ (:

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Hey!

Hey internet world! This is Michelle and I am currently in High School. I am now looking for new york colleges to apply for in the upcoming year but, I'm not sure which ones to go. This blog would inform you, as well as myself, maybe not ALL the New York colleges (because there is A LOT), but the most popular, well-known ones. This blog is made to try to make your lives easier, by having ALL the important information all in a web page.

Alright, I hope you guys enjoy this!

-Michelle(: