Should a female student choose a university partly for its wider campus gender balance?
It is not essential, but a female student may consider the university-wide gender balance as one piece of information when choosing a university. How important it is depends on the environment and style of study she values. She can also consider the ratio in the relevant faculty or course, the classroom atmosphere, and counseling or safety support, rather than deciding on gender balance alone, and check official information or visit the campus to see whether it suits her.
Key points
- The university-wide gender balance can be one source of information about the campus environment.
- Its importance depends on the student's own preferences and circumstances.
- Consider the relevant faculty or course ratio, classroom atmosphere, and counseling or safety support as well.
Things to check
- Gender ratios and support arrangements vary by university, faculty or course, and academic year, so current official information should be checked.