Tips from the expert for choosing the university that will shape your life

The preference period, which is a critical process for millions of candidates with the announcement of university exam results, has officially begun. Dr. Assistant Professor Duygu Kotan Turkden, Student Dean at Altınbaş University, who stated that making the right choices during this period can play an important role in students’ academic and professional lives, provided critical information about important points that candidates need to pay attention to during this process.

The expected day has come for university candidates as the announcement of university exam results marks the beginning of the preference period. University candidates can choose the most suitable university and department for themselves by conducting research during the preference process and following the advice of experts, thus making it more possible for them to achieve success in academic and professional life. Dr. Assistant Professor Duygu Kotan Turkden, Student Dean at Altınbaş University, also provided information to university candidates about important points to pay attention to during this process. Emphasizing that mistakes in preferences can lead candidates’ lives in different directions, Kotan Turkden highlighted that students can correct wrong choices through central horizontal transfer opportunities. However, Kotan Turkden expressed that being cautious during this process is of great importance and detailed the points to consider when making choices.

Here are the points and tips to be considered in preferences from Kotan Turkden:

1. Adequacy of the educational environment of the chosen university and department:
‘The quality of the physical and digital educational opportunities, laboratories, libraries, and other educational resources offered by the university are factors that directly affect students’ success in education. Therefore, candidates should consider these criteria when making choices.’

2. Strength of the academic staff:
‘The success of a university largely depends on the quality of its academic staff. The expertise of academics in their fields, their publications, and the mentorship opportunities they provide to students are indicators of the university’s educational quality.’

3. University’s international connections and collaborations:
‘In a globalizing world, the international connections and exchange programs of universities are of great importance. Student exchange programs and inter-university collaborations can provide students with international experience, offering significant advantages in their careers.’

4. Strong ties with the business world and industry:
‘The strong connections that universities establish with the business world and industry can facilitate students’ post-graduation job search processes. Internship opportunities, career days, and joint projects enable students to step into the business world prepared.’

5. Accessibility and location of the university:
‘The location of the university, ease of transportation, and social opportunities in the surrounding area are important factors to consider during the preference process. These elements that facilitate students’ daily lives make university life more comfortable.’

6. Location and surroundings of the campus:
‘The campus being located in a safe area, having green spaces, and providing suitable environments for social activities contribute positively to students’ academic and social lives.’

7. Cost of living and social opportunities:
‘During university education, daily living expenses such as accommodation, food, transportation can strain students’ budgets. Therefore, the affordability of living costs and the diversity of social opportunities should also be taken into account.’

8. Future career opportunities:
‘The career services offered to graduates by the university, job placement rates, and the success of alumni in the industry are important indicators to consider during the preference process. This data provides information about the career opportunities the university offers to its students.’

Dr. Assistant Professor Duygu Kotan Turkden emphasized that students can have a more successful and happy university life by paying attention to these important points when making choices. Reminding that university preferences are an important decision that directly affects candidates’ future lives, Kotan Turkden stated that being conscious and careful is necessary during this process.