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Every year by this time we see lakhs of students eagerly
waiting for the results of Common Entrance Test for their
entry either for MBBS or Engineering. After tough preparations
for the examination they take time to decide which career
they should pursue in their life, though most of them opt
for Engineering. About 3.5 lakh students were granted admissions
in engineering colleges in India in 2003. Recent estimate
show that about 70,000 engineers are unemployed.
Students often get confused as to which branch to choose,
which college and so on. Lack of proper communication and
information are the main obstacles in decision making. Rapid
changes in programmes, costs and government rules, which affect
college requirements and resources, complicate students' plans.
To make it easy for the students, most of the colleges have
websites and information centres, which give details on the
course structure, faculty, infrastructure and other details.
Roughly around 50,000 students enrol in the best engineering
colleges. The real problem arises from the state level or
private college where a maximum of 80% of the students go.
Drop out rates and failure rates in engineering are high with
some institutes stipulating a cut off percentage for students
to even participate in the campus placement process.
Deciding
the best college
College reputation: Take time to find out which companies
recruit from the college you are going to apply. Flash advertisements
and brochures promising world class infrastructure and blue
chip placements cannot be considered as a good reputation
for the college. Find out whether the college offers excellent
academy with the least disruption to one's lifestyle. Access
information about faculties, consultancy and papers published.
Specialization: Specialization plays a vital role
in the selection of a college. The more a student enjoys what
they study, the better they do. Students should study what
they love and employers recommend that students get a good
basic education, worrying less about specialization and more
about fundamental communication and learning skills. For many
students the secret of a successful college experience is
to focus on academic strengths and avoid subjects they dislike.
Facilities: Library, computers and internet facilities,
hostel and mess are essentials in a college. Also check whether
the college has tie-ups with other universities with regard
to research and consulting facilities which is beneficial.
Social Life: Select the college which offers both
education and develops personality. Cultural festivals, sports
meet, technological gatherings moulds a person to a multi-faceted
person. Such activities highlight the CV when presented to
any industry.
Cost: Finance is the major concern of both parents
and students. Find out the scholarships available and also
education loans which are being provided by various banks.
Location: Location of a college plays a vital role
in the selection process of a college. Though with increased
transportation and communication facilities distance is not
a major factor but parents are conservative about sending
their children to far off locations.
Source:
www.economictimes.com
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