{"id":1592,"date":"2021-04-12T14:32:43","date_gmt":"2021-04-12T14:32:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unischolarz.com\/blog\/?p=1592"},"modified":"2024-05-24T07:29:35","modified_gmt":"2024-05-24T07:29:35","slug":"common-myths-about-university","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/common-myths-about-university\/","title":{"rendered":"The Top 20 Most Common Myths About University"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/common-myths-about-university\/#_Myth_1_%E2%80%93_Bigger_University_Better_Options\" ># Myth 1 &#8211; Bigger University = Better Options<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/common-myths-about-university\/#_Myth_2_%E2%80%93_Everyone_Graduates_In_4_Years\" ># Myth 2 &#8211; Everyone Graduates In 4 Years<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/common-myths-about-university\/#_Myth_3_%E2%80%93_You_Are_On_Your_Own\" ># Myth 3 &#8211; You Are On Your Own<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/common-myths-about-university\/#_Myth_4_%E2%80%93_Time_Management_Is_A_Task\" ># Myth 4 &#8211; Time Management Is A Task<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/common-myths-about-university\/#_Myth_5_%E2%80%93_The_First_Year_Of_Study_Is_Not_As_Important_As_The_Other_Years\" ># Myth 5 &#8211; The First Year Of Study Is Not As Important As The Other Years<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/common-myths-about-university\/#_Myth_6_%E2%80%93_It_Is_Hard_To_Get_Into_College\" ># Myth 6 &#8211; It Is Hard To Get Into College<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/common-myths-about-university\/#_Myth_7_%E2%80%93_Study_Abroad_Universities_Require_IELTS\" ># Myth 7 &#8211; Study Abroad Universities Require IELTS&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/common-myths-about-university\/#_Myth_8_%E2%80%93_Student_Loan_Repayment_Is_Impossible\" ># Myth 8 &#8211; Student Loan Repayment Is Impossible<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/common-myths-about-university\/#_Myth_9_%E2%80%93_You_Will_Not_Get_A_Job\" ># Myth 9 &#8211; You Will Not Get A Job<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/common-myths-about-university\/#_Myth_10_%E2%80%93_Its_More_About_Partying\" ># Myth 10 &#8211; It\u2019s More About Partying<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/common-myths-about-university\/#_Myth_11_%E2%80%93_You_Wont_Eat_Well\" ># Myth 11 &#8211; You Won\u2019t Eat Well<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/common-myths-about-university\/#9_Truths_And_Myths_About_University\" >9 Truths And Myths About University<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>&nbsp;As a student, it is often pressurising to arrive at a decision in terms of selecting a university. Your choice of university is often based upon factors such as the degree provided, your field of interest, the position of the university, and you might even want to take the pandemic into consideration for <a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/easiest-universities-to-get-into\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">selecting a university<\/a>. Student reviews and opinions also majorly influence this process. However, there are some completely false college myths that tend to discourage and distract a student like you to confidently go ahead with your decision. We are here to remove such delusions by presenting to you the 20 most common myths about university that might hinder your decision making process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container \" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe title=\"Biggest Myths About Studying Abroad #affordableeducation #studyabroad\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/q2wb7YHw4J8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Myth_1_%E2%80%93_Bigger_University_Better_Options\"><\/span><strong># Myth 1 &#8211; Bigger University = Better Options<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>One of the most common myths about university that 3 out of every 4 students have is about the university size. Didn\u2019t you assume that a bigger university offers a broader, <a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/undergraduate-scholarships-for-international-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">richer undergraduate experience<\/a> with better teaching, wider selection of courses and a more diverse student body than any regular undergraduate college ? It may be true that a reputed university may have more options, but better? It\u2019s more about the quality of the teaching that gives a student an intellectual experience. There are many colleges that offer multiple opportunities, benefits of exposure, and even the best of faculty.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"630\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/12142644\/largest-universities-in-the-world.jpg\" alt=\"common myths about university\" class=\"wp-image-1601\" style=\"width:689px;height:437px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/12142644\/largest-universities-in-the-world.jpg 630w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/12142644\/largest-universities-in-the-world-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/12142644\/largest-universities-in-the-world-480x305.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n    <button style=\"background-color: #FFBF00; color: white; border: none; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 5px; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold;\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/get-expert-guidance?utm_source=us-blog&#038;utm_medium=organic&#038;utm_campaign=free-counselling-button\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: white;\" rel=\"noopener\">Apply Now for Free Counselling<\/a>\n    <\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Myth_2_%E2%80%93_Everyone_Graduates_In_4_Years\"><\/span><strong># Myth 2 &#8211; Everyone Graduates In 4 Years<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Many students plan their further studies based on the fact that their graduation will be completed within the span of 4 years. But these common myths about university often mislead a student\u2019s future decisions. There are many times a student strays away from his\/her path of study by opting for additional courses or programmes. In fact, a research done by the <a href=\"https:\/\/nces.ed.gov\/programs\/raceindicators\/indicator_red.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Center for Education Statistics<\/a> stated that only about 41% of students graduate within 4 years. That\u2019s lesser than the majority!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Myth_3_%E2%80%93_You_Are_On_Your_Own\"><\/span><strong># Myth 3 &#8211; You Are On Your Own<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>You are wrong if you\u2019re like most <a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/universities-that-offer-full-scholarships-to-international-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">international students<\/a> who have common misconceptions about university that they are going to be on their own when it comes to academics. You may fear that you might not have the right kind of resources to support your studies and you are to figure everything out in an altogether new country. But universities often include counseling sessions inclusive of tutoring services, professor\u2019s additional office hours, and a variety of workshops offering writing and studying skills. So do not hold back at such times and feel free to avail such sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Myth_4_%E2%80%93_Time_Management_Is_A_Task\"><\/span><strong># Myth 4 &#8211; Time Management Is A Task<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Amongst the many common myths about university, not being able to manage time well between their study time and work time is a huge issue. A lot of students enroll into a university assuming that alongside their studies, they will have to mandatorily work in order to cover their otherwise exorbitant tuition fees. While that may be true to an extent, if students are aware about the <a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/undergraduate-scholarships-for-international-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">different scholarships<\/a> available for them, the hassle of being overburdened with heavy expenses can be removed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"844\" height=\"475\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/12142927\/brain-clocks.jpg\" alt=\"common myths about university\" class=\"wp-image-1604\" style=\"width:713px;height:401px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/12142927\/brain-clocks.jpg 844w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/12142927\/brain-clocks-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/12142927\/brain-clocks-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/12142927\/brain-clocks-480x270.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 844px) 100vw, 844px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Myth_5_%E2%80%93_The_First_Year_Of_Study_Is_Not_As_Important_As_The_Other_Years\"><\/span><strong># Myth 5 &#8211; The First Year Of Study Is Not As Important As The Other Years<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>In the new excitement of joining a university and exploring campus life, we often think that the first year studies only do a recap of your previous studies and cover only basic concepts. But with that frame of mind, you may miss out on a lot of additional information that could be covered during your course of study. So remove this from your list of common myths about university and manage your time well so as to focus on your academics as much as other aspects!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Myth_6_%E2%80%93_It_Is_Hard_To_Get_Into_College\"><\/span><strong># Myth 6 &#8211; It Is Hard To Get Into College<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Says who? Anyone who graduates from high school with decent grades have a number of college options for them to get into. There are thousands of 4 year undergraduate colleges, 2 year community colleges, and technology based institutions. So break free from these common myths about university and send your applications right away!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Myth_7_%E2%80%93_Study_Abroad_Universities_Require_IELTS\"><\/span><strong># Myth 7 &#8211; Study Abroad Universities Require IELTS&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Yes, many universities insist on giving standardized tests like IELTS. If only students like you and me knew that there are many <a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/get-accepted-into-uk-universities-without-ielts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">universities you can get into without IELTS<\/a>. So do not stress on paying separately for giving the test. If your English grades from your previous studies were good enough, that would do just fine!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Myth_8_%E2%80%93_Student_Loan_Repayment_Is_Impossible\"><\/span><strong># Myth 8 &#8211; Student Loan Repayment Is Impossible<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Do not make the mistake of limiting your options only to affordable universities just because you think that you cannot repay the student loans. In reality, you can start repaying the loan only after you start earning a minimum amount. Moreover, educational loan providers are flexible with their options by ways of allowing for EMI payments as well. You can look up <a href=\"https:\/\/unicreds.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UniCreds<\/a> if you want flexibility in opting for such student loans.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"596\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/12143105\/Investor-Loan-Source_Private-Money-Lenders-A-Dream-for-Real-Estate_IMAGE1-min.jpeg\" alt=\"common myths about university\" class=\"wp-image-1605\" style=\"width:709px;height:469px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/12143105\/Investor-Loan-Source_Private-Money-Lenders-A-Dream-for-Real-Estate_IMAGE1-min.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/12143105\/Investor-Loan-Source_Private-Money-Lenders-A-Dream-for-Real-Estate_IMAGE1-min-300x199.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/12143105\/Investor-Loan-Source_Private-Money-Lenders-A-Dream-for-Real-Estate_IMAGE1-min-768x509.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.unischolarz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/12143105\/Investor-Loan-Source_Private-Money-Lenders-A-Dream-for-Real-Estate_IMAGE1-min-480x318.jpeg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Myth_9_%E2%80%93_You_Will_Not_Get_A_Job\"><\/span><strong># Myth 9 &#8211; You Will Not Get A Job<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>One of the most common myths about university that every student has is the fear of not getting a job post graduation. But universities often tie up with top organizations and additionally provide career counseling services to students with opportunities for <a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/how-to-apply-for-a-graduate-scheme\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">graduate schemes<\/a> and placements as well.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n    <button style=\"background-color: #FFBF00; color: white; border: none; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 5px; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold;\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/get-expert-guidance?utm_source=us-blog&#038;utm_medium=organic&#038;utm_campaign=find-my-course-button\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: white;\" rel=\"noopener\">Find my Course<\/a>\n    <\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Myth_10_%E2%80%93_Its_More_About_Partying\"><\/span><strong># Myth 10 &#8211; It\u2019s More About Partying<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Common misconceptions people have about university is that a university life is more about partying and making friends. But in the end, isn\u2019t it all a matter of choices? While you can choose a party-dominant lifestyle and turn up hungover every second day, you can also opt for maintaining a steady balance where you get the best of both worlds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Myth_11_%E2%80%93_You_Wont_Eat_Well\"><\/span><strong># Myth 11 &#8211; You Won\u2019t Eat Well<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Remove the myth of not being able to eat well from your common myths about university. If you know what\u2019s good for your body well enough and strike a balance between healthy food and junk food, you are never going to face the issue of not eating well. Some days can be as boring as bread and beans and sometimes pizza nights may get the better of you. Plan well and manage your time well if you want to erase this myth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Truths_And_Myths_About_University\"><\/span><strong>9 Truths And Myths About University<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Myth<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Truth<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>It is better to get good grades than take up challenging courses<\/td><td>Challenging courses gear you better for your further studies\/employment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>In order to choose a college, you need to decide on your career<\/td><td>College is where you explore options and pave way for a career path<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Extra-curricular activities will compensate for average\/poor grades<\/td><td>Out-of-class activities only add up to your application but cannot replace your academic scores<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The best time to visit college is after being admitted<\/td><td>Visiting college before application gives more clarity to the student<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Liberal art colleges do not have good science programmes<\/td><td>Liberal art colleges dedicate as much time to science related courses as arts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Only the best students receive financial aids<\/td><td>While <a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/merit-based-scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">merit-based scholarships<\/a> are for outstanding performers, there are need based scholarships and other financial aids available too&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>En-suite accommodations are the best<\/td><td>Shared studio apartments have a number of interesting options and can be more student friendly at times<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>You need to buy everything before you leave for university<\/td><td>In the age of online shopping, the hassle of packing and preparing need not be stressed upon<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Community College &lt;&lt;&lt; Traditional College<\/td><td>No degree is better than another as long as you are aware of where you\u2019re heading.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><em>I hope this blog on Common Myths About University was useful to you. If you wish to read more, these blogs will be of interest to you:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/best-gadgets-for-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">5 Of The Best Gadgets For Students Of All Times<\/span><\/em><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/how-to-make-friends-at-a-university\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Here\u2019s How To Make Friends At A University<\/span><\/em><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/alternatives-to-university\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">The Wisest Alternatives To University<\/span><\/em><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you need financial assistance for your further education, <a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/\">UniScholars<\/a> has a plethora of scholarships that you can apply for.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;As a student, it is often pressurising to arrive at a decision in terms of selecting a university. 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