SELECT THE COURSE YOU ARE ENROLLING FOR
As we talk to prospective students and their families, we learn what students want, need, and are concerned about. You are probably mulling over some of the same questions right now.
Choosing the right coding course isn’t easy. Hopefully you can use our experience and feel more prepared to make a smart choice when the time comes.
Place
Your experience here at KHIM ACADEMY will be defined by lots of factors and one of the most important is the environment around you. It’s important to consider the types of coding courses we have, but also think about your ability to find the right course selection, do not just chose because someone has told you or your friends are enrolled in the course, remember it is your career.
Think about the activities and interests you already enjoy and the kind of things you would try if you could. Start by making a list of your must-haves, then research coding courses online. With that information, create a list of coding courses to visit and explore the surrounding communities, too. Be on the lookout for virtual tours to take before you even set foot on campus.
Learning
Of course learning is important. After all, that’s why you’re going to a coding school, right? But, there are a lot of ways to learn. Are you a classroom learner or do you learn from experience? Do you plan to conduct original research? Are there enrichment opportunities like back to school or boot camps programs or societies?
There are a lot of things to consider beyond ratings, statistics and awards when you’re comparing coding programs among other coding schools. Will you be able to add credentials to add that acronyms at the end of your name? In order to help you reach your goals? Does the school invest in professional academic advisors to help you review your options and stay on track? Will you have opportunities to apply what you have learned before you even graduate?
Try to contact the school you’re interested in at each of your potential school. Even better, ask if current students are available to talk with prospective students. Many coding schools have students ready to take your questions or provide other opportunities to connect.
Community
Your individuality impacts your community. Sure, it may feel easier to blend in and never ask questions, but wouldn’t you rather make a mark? Your coding experience should be about challenging yourself and learning as much about yourself as you learn about it.
Look at community as an opportunity to branch out. Whether you find your community in your residence hall, in the stands of a sporting event, in a late-night study group, or even just meeting people who’ve had different experiences growing up, your community is a chance to build something new.
Check out what kind of communities already exist at the universities you’re considering. Maybe you’ll find groups that you’re already interested in joining or learning more about. Then during your campus visits, ask current students about their experiences. How did they find their place on campus? What kinds of groups do they recommend looking into? Do they feel welcome voicing new opinions or ideas? What kind of leadership opportunities can you find? And, most importantly, will the community at the school challenge you and contribute to your overall learning?
Support
There’s a good chance that the school you choose will be the largest school you’ve ever attended. That means you’ll be expected to take more responsibility for yourself as well as your studies.
So, what happens when you need a hand? Student-focused group make sure there is a safety net for students and it should be more than the willingness of a professor to speak to you after class.
Think big when you’re considering student support. After noting the obvious programs like tutoring, advising and career counseling, ask about enrichment programs, early warning and intervention systems, diversity and cultural groups, health and counseling programs, proactive orientations, and overall atmosphere. The school you choose shouldn’t just set you up to be successful in the classroom, but instead make sure you have opportunities to excel and expand your learning to all facets of your school life.
Financial fit
Getting an education is a big investment. Too often students and families only consider tuition and scholarships when making a school choice. While those are two incredibly important factors, make sure you’re looking at the whole picture. We like to think of financial fit as a combination of cost, payment strategies, and outcomes.
It’s smart to research how your education will lead you to a career, graduate school or another destination. You don’t have to have it all figured out now (your plan will likely change), but knowing where you want to be in the future may help you decide how much you want to spend on education now.
No matter what your goals and finances look like, make sure you talk to financial counselors at the universities you’re considering. It’s incredibly important to get in touch with school counselor that you have a complete understanding of what is possible at your school.
Evaluating your financial fit should start with a calculation of tuition, fees, costs, books and materials, and of course some fun on the side.
Admissions
The admissions process should be about setting students up for success once they reach campus. How can a school know if you’ll be successful if they don’t ask the right questions?
It’s important to take the admissions process into consideration when shopping for school because it can teach you a lot about the institution. Are staff available to help you make it through the process? What kind of questions are you being asked? Is the school concerned about your experiences and passions as well as your test results?
Look for an admissions process that reflects the values you want to see in a university. If you want a supportive atmosphere in school, the admissions process should feel like school staff are invested in your success from the start. If you want a community-oriented atmosphere, the process should push you to learn how you’ll add to campus. That means developing a relationship with your admissions counselor throughout the process. While the application is the school’s opportunity to learn more about you, the process leading there is your opportunity to learn more about the school.
KHIM ACADEMY uses a holistic review process. We make the decision on more than test scores and GPA for applications that call for extra attention. We consider rigor of coding course selection, student experience, and trends in grades. That way, students who had one bad test experience still receive full consideration.
Good luck with your school search. And let us know if we can help at any point in your journey.
Choosing the right coding course isn’t easy. Hopefully you can use our experience and feel more prepared to make a smart choice when the time comes.
Place
Your experience here at KHIM ACADEMY will be defined by lots of factors and one of the most important is the environment around you. It’s important to consider the types of coding courses we have, but also think about your ability to find the right course selection, do not just chose because someone has told you or your friends are enrolled in the course, remember it is your career.
Think about the activities and interests you already enjoy and the kind of things you would try if you could. Start by making a list of your must-haves, then research coding courses online. With that information, create a list of coding courses to visit and explore the surrounding communities, too. Be on the lookout for virtual tours to take before you even set foot on campus.
Learning
Of course learning is important. After all, that’s why you’re going to a coding school, right? But, there are a lot of ways to learn. Are you a classroom learner or do you learn from experience? Do you plan to conduct original research? Are there enrichment opportunities like back to school or boot camps programs or societies?
There are a lot of things to consider beyond ratings, statistics and awards when you’re comparing coding programs among other coding schools. Will you be able to add credentials to add that acronyms at the end of your name? In order to help you reach your goals? Does the school invest in professional academic advisors to help you review your options and stay on track? Will you have opportunities to apply what you have learned before you even graduate?
Try to contact the school you’re interested in at each of your potential school. Even better, ask if current students are available to talk with prospective students. Many coding schools have students ready to take your questions or provide other opportunities to connect.
Community
Your individuality impacts your community. Sure, it may feel easier to blend in and never ask questions, but wouldn’t you rather make a mark? Your coding experience should be about challenging yourself and learning as much about yourself as you learn about it.
Look at community as an opportunity to branch out. Whether you find your community in your residence hall, in the stands of a sporting event, in a late-night study group, or even just meeting people who’ve had different experiences growing up, your community is a chance to build something new.
Check out what kind of communities already exist at the universities you’re considering. Maybe you’ll find groups that you’re already interested in joining or learning more about. Then during your campus visits, ask current students about their experiences. How did they find their place on campus? What kinds of groups do they recommend looking into? Do they feel welcome voicing new opinions or ideas? What kind of leadership opportunities can you find? And, most importantly, will the community at the school challenge you and contribute to your overall learning?
Support
There’s a good chance that the school you choose will be the largest school you’ve ever attended. That means you’ll be expected to take more responsibility for yourself as well as your studies.
So, what happens when you need a hand? Student-focused group make sure there is a safety net for students and it should be more than the willingness of a professor to speak to you after class.
Think big when you’re considering student support. After noting the obvious programs like tutoring, advising and career counseling, ask about enrichment programs, early warning and intervention systems, diversity and cultural groups, health and counseling programs, proactive orientations, and overall atmosphere. The school you choose shouldn’t just set you up to be successful in the classroom, but instead make sure you have opportunities to excel and expand your learning to all facets of your school life.
Financial fit
Getting an education is a big investment. Too often students and families only consider tuition and scholarships when making a school choice. While those are two incredibly important factors, make sure you’re looking at the whole picture. We like to think of financial fit as a combination of cost, payment strategies, and outcomes.
It’s smart to research how your education will lead you to a career, graduate school or another destination. You don’t have to have it all figured out now (your plan will likely change), but knowing where you want to be in the future may help you decide how much you want to spend on education now.
No matter what your goals and finances look like, make sure you talk to financial counselors at the universities you’re considering. It’s incredibly important to get in touch with school counselor that you have a complete understanding of what is possible at your school.
Evaluating your financial fit should start with a calculation of tuition, fees, costs, books and materials, and of course some fun on the side.
Admissions
The admissions process should be about setting students up for success once they reach campus. How can a school know if you’ll be successful if they don’t ask the right questions?
It’s important to take the admissions process into consideration when shopping for school because it can teach you a lot about the institution. Are staff available to help you make it through the process? What kind of questions are you being asked? Is the school concerned about your experiences and passions as well as your test results?
Look for an admissions process that reflects the values you want to see in a university. If you want a supportive atmosphere in school, the admissions process should feel like school staff are invested in your success from the start. If you want a community-oriented atmosphere, the process should push you to learn how you’ll add to campus. That means developing a relationship with your admissions counselor throughout the process. While the application is the school’s opportunity to learn more about you, the process leading there is your opportunity to learn more about the school.
KHIM ACADEMY uses a holistic review process. We make the decision on more than test scores and GPA for applications that call for extra attention. We consider rigor of coding course selection, student experience, and trends in grades. That way, students who had one bad test experience still receive full consideration.
Good luck with your school search. And let us know if we can help at any point in your journey.