Tuesday, March 23, 2010

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.

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