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Should I Study Engineering at College?

Studying for an engineering degree is not for the faint hearted, they are some of the most competitive courses to be accepted onto and are notorious for having some of the highest dropout rates in higher education. But every year a good proportion of Ivy Central students apply to study engineering at college and then go on to successfully complete their degrees before moving into employment.

In this article, I will help readers gain an insight into what studying engineering is like and where it can lead you.

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Should I Major in Economics?

Each year many Ivy Central students choose to study economics when they apply to college, and they are not alone, economics is one of the most popular subjects in colleges and universities around the world. Students tell me that what they like about the subject is that it breaks out of the STEM or humanities debate, by having one foot firmly set on each side of the divide. Other reasons people like it is that they feel it teaches them to better understand the real world, which in turn provides a good platform to enter the world of work in a broad number of careers.

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Amherst College
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Understanding Amherst College’s Acceptance Rate

Acceptance Rate of Amherst College Amherst College is an exceptional liberal arts college located in Amherst, Massachusetts. Ranked #24 by Forbes, the college is renowned for its open curriculum, intellectual rigor, and inclusive student body. Amherst boasts state-of-the-art academic buildings,

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Wellesley College for Women
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Understanding Wellesley College’s Acceptance Rate

Acceptance rate of Wellesley College Wellesley College, ranked 23 by Forbes- America’s Top Colleges 2025, is a private women’s liberal arts college in Wellesley, Massachusetts. The college is renowned for its emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches and the excellent breadth of academic

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Architecture studies
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Guide to Architecture Studies in the U.S

Studying Architecture in the U.S.A Since time immemorial, humans have created various types of buildings to fulfill the basic needs of shelter and protection. From earthen mounds and stone circles in prehistoric times to pyramids, shrines, and temples, as civilizations

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Understanding Caltech’s Acceptance Rate

Acceptance rate of California Institute of Technology The name Caltech resonates with students across the globe as one of the top tech universities in the world that provides an environment for students who are passionate about STEM—science, technology, engineering, and

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