Alena Savitsyaka is a Regional Outreach Director for Europe, Eurasia, Middle East, and Africa at Minerva University. For questions about Minerva University, feel free to contact Alena at alena@minerva.edu. Make sure to mention that you are a Borderless member!

College Fit happens when a college you choose meets your needs in multiple areas, not just the financial aspect. Here is how you structure your thought process.

Factors to consider

Academics

• Type of the university (liberal arts, community college, etc)

• Majors and minors

• Selectivity

• Class size

• Research opportunities

• Pedagogy

• Technological advancements

Experience

• Location

• Student life

• City integration

• Exchange opportunities

• Diversity

• Student wellness

Professional

• Coaching and talent development

• Internship opportunities

• Alumni success

• Networking opportunities

• Graduate Statistics

Accessibility

• Admission requirements

• Costs

• Financial aid & scholarships

Decision Matrix

Once you’ve identified which factors are important to you, complete your decision matrix. It will be your personal ranking system!

Get your own here 👉 Decision Matrix Worksheet

Next Step: Do your Research

Resources to use

• University’s website, sections on

  • Academic programs

  • Financial aid/scholarships for international students

  • Admissions requirements

• Social Media of universities: Instagram, YouTube

• University Events

• Borderless (you are here!)

• Outreach to students & alumni & university representatives