Elif Yıldırım, Civil Engineering, University at Buffalo - ITU '14
After I graduated from high school, I was aware that I had to decide and choose wisely my area of study and university because I knew that this extremely important decision will make my future. After considering all advantages of dual degree program associated with Istanbul Technical University and University at Buffalo, I decided to join this family. Needless to say that ITU is well known with high quality engineering programs in Turkey. Also, this dual degree program offers us to study abroad for two years and get two diplomas from both universities. This is the most important reason why I chose this program. Also, I got a chance to meet international students and I was fascinated by the cultural differences and social atmospheres. More importantly, choosing this dual degree program is a milestone of my life because this decision influenced my career goals and I got admitted to graduate program at University at Buffalo. Thanks to people who encouraged me to get this opportunity.