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 SAT vs. ACT
Simplistically, the SAT tests how
you think, and the ACT tests what you know. Most colleges will
take either one.
Most 4-year colleges require the
SAT or ACT. Most 2-year colleges do not.
Yes, you should study. If you want to apply to several schoolsl,
take it 2 or 3 times if possible.
CUNY vs. SUNY
CUNY
is the City University of New York. It is the cheapest
college for New York City residents. It does not offer
housing.
SUNY is the State University of New York. It is the 2nd-cheapest
college. Most campuses offer housing.
HBCU
Historically Black
Colleges & Universities now accept students regardless of
race. Reputedly, they are less competitive to enter and more
competitive to graduate from than many comparable colleges.
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PRIVATE
vs. PUBLIC Public colleges like CUNY and SUNY
are cheaper than private colleges because they are subsidized by
local taxes.
Private colleges are usually more expensive than public schools because
they often have smaller clalsses and other amenities.
Private is not necessarily better than public. Public colleges
have educated many great leaders, and they provide a wide variety of
degree programs in order to appeal to all their residents.
Private colleges will not necessarily cost you more than public.
Depending on your income and many other factors, you may be offered an
excellent financial aid package.
FINANCIAL AID
Everyone gets some financial aid. All you have to do is apply.
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