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8 Days and Counting…

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Butler Admission

We are just 8 days away from the Early Action deadline and have already received many completed applications. If you have yet to complete your application or are not sure if we have received all of your required application materials you can:

-Login to your Student Portal account as explained in our previous post on October 18th

…or you can

-Check with your Butler University admission counselor to see if we are still missing anything for your application.

Your Butler admission counselor is also a great person to contact with any questions you might have about things other than your application. If you’re not sure what you should be asking, here are a few common questions that might help your search:

-What type of internship opportunities does Butler offer for my major?
-Can I study abroad regardless of major?  If so, what are the programs and options offered at Butler?
-If I’m not sure what I want to study, what type of programs will Butler offer to help me find the right major?
-Do I have to live on campus?  If so, what are the residential options for students?

 

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Studying for Finals (Tips from Admission)

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Butler Admission

Final exams can be filled with pressure, especially while you are waiting to hear about your college admission decision. We are bringing you our Top 15 List on how to prepare for the dreaded end-of-semester finals.

1. Alternate study spots. Change your location to avoid daydreaming or dozing off.
2. Study in chunks so you can retain more information. It smart to take a 15 minute break every once in a while to refuel and recharge.
3. Prevent test anxiety. This can be done by listening to calming music, taking deep breathes or picturing yourself acing the test.
4. Manager your time. Schedule your day out in advance and stick to the plan.
5. Don’t pull an all-nighter. People say this helps them study, but it is actually not good for the body or the memory.
6. Calculate your grades in each class to determine what score you’ll need to get the grade your hoping for in that class. However, don’t stress yourself out over your desired grade.
7. If the exam is open book, still study.
8. Eat a nutritious meal and drink water before taking the exam. It will keep you alert and focused throughout the testf.
9. Don’t drink too much caffeine.
10. Meet with teachers if you have any material you need help reviewing.
11. Exercise to help keep your energy up. This can help you power through the exam.
12. Create an environment conducive to studying. Ditch the loud music, TV playing in the background and, if at all possible, constant social media breaks.
13. Make it interesting by using memory aids or mnemonic devices.
14. Study during the day when you are most alert. If you study better in the evenings, then plan to study during that time.
15. Test yourself or have someone else test you to find out which areas you need more work in.

Good luck on your upcoming finals!

 

 

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Weighing the Options – Part 2

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Butler Admission

Earlier in the week, we shared part 1 of our blog with you. It was a list of the ‘factors’ that are most important to you with each school you are considering applying to or visiting in the near future. As the months pass and you etch closer and closer to graduation, this list can help you make that final decision once and for all. Below you will find a continuation of our list of common college or university attributes that are good things to consider when looking at different schools.

Campus Life

Academics are most important, but the college experience is more than that. What do you like to do for fun? At Butler, we offer:

• Over 140 clubs and organizations

• Campus and Community Service Opportunities

• Concerts, Productions and Speaker Series at Clowes Hall

• 19 NCAA Division 1 sports

• Club and Intermural sports

• 14 Greek Organizations

• 110 Study Abroad programs

• Campus Housing

Make sure that when you visit a campus, you get to see where you will be living your first year. All Butler, all freshmen live in one of two main residence halls. Sophomores, juniors and seniors have additional options including Campus Apartments, a suite style residence hall and Greek Housing. Seniors also have the added option of living off-campus.

School Spirit

School spirit is more than just supporting your athletic programs or wearing apparel with your school’s name or logo. It’s the pride you have in your institution and your enthusiasm to support your school, friends and community. At Butler, our students have Bulldog Spirit.

Career and Graduate School Preparation

Skipping ahead 4 years…It’s your college graduation day. What’s your next step? It is it a job? Pursuing a graduate degree? You don’t need to know the answers to these questions right now, but it is important to know what a school offers to help you plan for life after college. In addition to the individual academic advising you will receive from you’re a faculty member at Butler, you also have the opportunity to work with the Internship and Career Services office. Whether you are trying to gain experience by completing internships or starting to apply for jobs during your senior year, this office will be a great resource in helping prepare you for your future.

 

 

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Majors: Which One to Choose?

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Butler Admission

Choosing a college can be difficult. Choosing a major can be even harder.  At Butler, we offer over 60 majors in 6 academic colleges. As a Butler student, you’ll have the chance to take classes across all six colleges no matter your major.

If you know what you want to study, you can declare that major on your application and start taking classes in that program as early as your freshmen year.  If you are unsure about what you want to study, or completely undecided, you can start your first semester in our Exploratory Studies program. The only exception to this is if you are interested in the Pre-Pharmacy or Pre-Physician Assistant program.  Since both of these programs offer an Auto-Advancement curriculum, students must start in these programs when they arrive on campus for their freshmen year.

For students who know what they want to study, or if you are just interested in seeing what is available at Butler, click on the links below to get more information about each academic college:

College of Business
College of Communication
College of Education
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Jordan College of Fine Arts

With so many programs to choose from, we are sure you will find a major that fits your needs. Have questions for the Office of Admission? Email us at admission@butler.edu.

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