By: C. Henry White
“What College should I go to?” is a subjective question asked by almost anyone seeking a higher education. With tuition costs rising, it is in the best interest of prospective students to know what the most cost-effective institution is to attend. UC Merced, for example, draws in students by advertising its smaller class sizes and access to academic resources. The university prides itself on having a small student body and actively encourages communication between staff and students. The purpose of this study is to determine the most ideal student faculty ratio given acceptance rate, graduation rate, and tuition cost.