Evaluating College Costs and Accreditation

What is a primary reason to avoid online for-profit university mills?

• They offer too many specialized programs.

• Their degrees are often not respected by hiring managers.

• They are exclusively for international students.

• They have very low tuition costs.

What is considered the bare minimum for a college's accreditation?

(a)  

• Accreditation by a regional body.

• Accreditation by the US Department of Education.
• Accreditation by an international organization.

• Accreditation by a specific professional association.

Why does the speaker advise caution regarding overpriced liberal arts colleges?

(a)  

• They primarily focus on STEM fields.

• Their alumni networks are generally ineffective.

• They are often more expensive than Ivy League scho
• They offer limited course selections.

What is the main concern about the return on investment (ROI) for overpriced private universities compared to state schools?

• Private universities offer more diverse programs.

• Data shows no significant increase in earnings on average for private university graduates.

• State schools provide better campus life.

• Private universities have smaller class sizes.

How might some colleges with a bad reputation intentionally extend the time it takes for students to complete a four-year degree?

(a)  

• By offering too many elective courses.

• By making it difficult to register for required cl
• By requiring students to complete internships.

• By encouraging students to take gap years.

Which tuition rate structure does the speaker recommend for students who want to take extra credits without incurring significantly higher costs?

What is a key indicator of a college that is not very supportive of its students?

(a)  

• They have a large student body.

• They don't help students find careers after gradua
• They offer a wide range of extracurricular activities.

• They have a high student-to-faculty ratio.

What government-created website does the speaker recommend for evaluating colleges?

What type of information can be found on the College Scorecard website to help evaluate a college?

• Student housing options and meal plans.

• Graduation rates, salary after completing, and average annual cost.

• Faculty research publications and grant funding.

• Campus club listings and social events.

Besides overall college metrics, what specific comparison can users make on the College Scorecard website?

(a)  

• Compare the number of international students across colleges.

• Compare the average earnings for different fields
• Compare the athletic programs offered.

• Compare the historical founding dates of institutions.