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David’s Answer
Pursuing "Real Estate" initially in terms of selecting a Major on the University or College level (i.e., "schools") with the main goal of it as a profession requires examining several things:
First, COST. Private schools are EXPENSIVE. State schools more AFFORDABLE.
Second, TIME. Do you have 4 years to pursue the bachelor's degree in real estate?
Third, LOCATION. This is relative to where you live and/or work.
IMHO, the "2" best areas to pursue are:
I. Becoming a Real Estate Appraiser, which is a great foundation to morph into other areas of Real Estate.
II. Learn Real Estate Finance, especially Excel and Pro Forma spreadsheets and the ability to use Construction software. This skill set is more employable as a W-2 employee, versus "Commission Only" compensation as a Broker or Salesperson.
NOTE: Both require a license.
US New and World Report lists the top Real Estate colleges:
1. University of Wisconsin -- Madison - RANKED #1 (State, less $)
2. University of Pennsylvania -- Wharton - World Class and my choice for sure. (Private $$$$$)
3. New York University -- Stern (Private $$$$$)
4. University of California, Berkeley -- Haas (State, less $)
5. University of Southern California – Marshall (Private $$$$$)
6. University of Florida (State, less $)
7. Florida State University (State, less $)
8. University of San Diego – Burnham Moore’s (Private $$$$$) - my undergraduate Alma Mater. VERY solid program. Beautiful campus. Check out Professor Norm Miller. https://www.normmiller.net/
In California, if you have limited money, Cerritos College offers a 2-year Asociate's Degree in real estate
https://www.collegefactual.com/colleges/cerritos-college/academic-life/academic-majors/business-management-marketing-sales/real-estate/associates/
NOTE: State tuition $ is available for both in-state residents and out-of-state residents. Clearly, living in-state is more affordable.
First, COST. Private schools are EXPENSIVE. State schools more AFFORDABLE.
Second, TIME. Do you have 4 years to pursue the bachelor's degree in real estate?
Third, LOCATION. This is relative to where you live and/or work.
IMHO, the "2" best areas to pursue are:
I. Becoming a Real Estate Appraiser, which is a great foundation to morph into other areas of Real Estate.
II. Learn Real Estate Finance, especially Excel and Pro Forma spreadsheets and the ability to use Construction software. This skill set is more employable as a W-2 employee, versus "Commission Only" compensation as a Broker or Salesperson.
NOTE: Both require a license.
US New and World Report lists the top Real Estate colleges:
1. University of Wisconsin -- Madison - RANKED #1 (State, less $)
2. University of Pennsylvania -- Wharton - World Class and my choice for sure. (Private $$$$$)
3. New York University -- Stern (Private $$$$$)
4. University of California, Berkeley -- Haas (State, less $)
5. University of Southern California – Marshall (Private $$$$$)
6. University of Florida (State, less $)
7. Florida State University (State, less $)
8. University of San Diego – Burnham Moore’s (Private $$$$$) - my undergraduate Alma Mater. VERY solid program. Beautiful campus. Check out Professor Norm Miller. https://www.normmiller.net/
In California, if you have limited money, Cerritos College offers a 2-year Asociate's Degree in real estate
https://www.collegefactual.com/colleges/cerritos-college/academic-life/academic-majors/business-management-marketing-sales/real-estate/associates/
NOTE: State tuition $ is available for both in-state residents and out-of-state residents. Clearly, living in-state is more affordable.
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Grace’s Answer
Hi Kenneth, you will probably want to get some kind of business degree, but you do not need a college degree to become a licensed real estate agent. If you are trying to get an undergraduate degree that will be relevant, finance is a good route to take. You will have to complete real estate courses to obtain your license that may not be offered at every university, but there are plenty of online programs for that. Some schools may offer a certificate for a real estate program so that is probably something to look into when you are researching colleges. Good luck!
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Melody’s Answer
Greetings Kenneth,
The study of real estate can be undertaken either at the undergraduate or postgraduate level. This major focuses on real estate or associated fields like business administration, finance, marketing, or economics. The exact degree title may vary based on the educational institution, ranging from a Bachelor of Science, a Bachelor of Arts, to a Bachelor of Business Administration. The curriculum includes a variety of subjects such as real estate law, market analysis, land use, and management. I hope this information guides you well in your academic pursuits. Best wishes for your future endeavors.
The study of real estate can be undertaken either at the undergraduate or postgraduate level. This major focuses on real estate or associated fields like business administration, finance, marketing, or economics. The exact degree title may vary based on the educational institution, ranging from a Bachelor of Science, a Bachelor of Arts, to a Bachelor of Business Administration. The curriculum includes a variety of subjects such as real estate law, market analysis, land use, and management. I hope this information guides you well in your academic pursuits. Best wishes for your future endeavors.
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