10 Reasons I Chose to Attend a Private University (3)

6. Merit Aid

Although many believe that attending a private school is unaffordable and only for “rich suburban kids,” in recent years the price to attend a private school has become competitive with those of public schools through merit aid scholarships. These can range from full-rides to a few hundred dollars a quarter depending on your academic excellence in high school.

5. Approachable Alumni Network

Since private universities are both small and intimate, the alumni networks are much more approachable and involved with on-campus activities. Many entrepreneurs and successful businessmen will scout potential employees from their alma maters and provide them with jobs out of college. This is an important asset of private universities because the after college job market is becoming increasingly competitive.

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