The selection process for university candidates has begun. Doğuş University Selection Expert Ergin Sarar gave detailed answers to the 10 most frequently asked questions by candidate students.
1. Why should I visit the university of my choice?
Visiting a university can be useful for clarifying preferences by meeting with students and academics studying in the department you are considering. Seeing the university atmosphere and facilities firsthand can be helpful in making a decision.
2. Should I study in the city I live in or in another city?
It is recommended that students choose a city based on their post-graduation plans. Networking and social media can play an important role in business life. However, in some cases, studying in different cities can also be advantageous.
3. Should I make my choice based on my score or my success ranking?
In preferences, the order of success is important, not the score. The order of success is a factor that affects the ranking. In additional preferences, base scores can be taken into account.
4. Can I choose between different score types?
Candidates can make choices with different score types, but this can complicate the selection process. First of all, it is important to determine their wishes and priorities.
Should I read Chapter 5 in English or Turkish?
The decision to study in English or Turkish is related to the requirements of business life. It should be noted that in some technical fields, receiving education in English provides advantages.
6. Can earthquake victims choose different cities?
Yes, earthquake victims can choose universities in other earthquake zones. Also, earthquake victim quotes in all foundation universities can be chosen.
7. What should I pay attention to when making my choices?
Choices should be made carefully, taking into account special quotas and success rankings, and a wide range of choices should be created to avoid negative consequences.
8. Who can apply for MTOK quotas?
Vocational and Technical Secondary Education Institutions quotas give priority to students who graduated from relevant vocational high schools. Afterwards, graduates of other types of schools can also apply.
9. Should state or foundation universities be preferred in small cities?
When choosing a university, the number of professors, the rate of graduates, accreditation status and internship opportunities should be taken into consideration. Foundation universities can usually offer more opportunities.
10. Should I prioritize my department or university?
Choosing a department is a priority, but the university’s facilities are also important. When making a choice, the desired departments should be determined first, and then the universities should be evaluated.