the Complete Guide to Liberal Arts Colleges
So, it’s time to start the college search, and you want to avoid becoming overwhelmed while simultaneously narrowing down your choice of schools, navigating the financial aid process, and preparing for the SAT or ACT. Fortunately, there’s a number of apps available to help you prepare for college with the least amount of stress possible. […]
New York Times bestselling author, George Anders, knows the value of a liberal arts degree firsthand. In his latest book, You Can Do Anything: The Surprising Power of a “Useless” Liberal Arts Education, Anders highlights how a degree in the arts opens countless doors for graduates. “A liberal arts degree provides enormous flexibility, and in times […]
See the professor, the sage on the stage in the lecture hall, performing with energy and passion in front of a class, perhaps ten students at a private college or maybe a hundred or even several hundred at a public university. With a flourish, key terms are written on a chalkboard or projected upon a […]
Business image created by Javi_indy – Freepik.com Let’s face it: Liberal arts colleges often get a bad rap. Many parents of college-bound students are concerned that a liberal arts degree may not be a sensible choice in the long run. More traditional, specialized degrees are glorified due to the perception that they’ll lead to well-paying […]
“Location, location, location” is a real estate truism that also applies to selecting a school. Yet, students and parents sometimes focus so closely on the features of a college or university that they fail to consider the environment in which it is located. Whether a college campus is situated in a large city or a […]
College-bound students tend to focus on academics and cost of tuition when deciding on a school. While these are important considerations, students often overlook the importance of a strong college community. There is no doubt that lessons learned in the college classroom are carried into graduates’ professional lives and beyond, but exceptional colleges offer students […]
Congratulations on your decision to study engineering! You have chosen an admirable career path with infinite possibilities. While choosing an area of study is a challenging task, deciding on a college can be equally trying. To simplify the process, we are breaking down the benefits of studying engineering at a liberal arts college. 1. Smaller […]
Pursuing a higher education is often an overwhelming process for students and parents alike. To simplify the task of choosing an institution, the Obama administration has launched a new “College Scorecard” – a White House effort to assist Americans in finding the best value for their education dollars. In a recent address to the nation, President […]
With over 1,000 faith-based universities throughout the United States, people may wonder what the pros and cons are regarding attending a faith-based college. There are schools that are non-denominational, some that are Catholic, others that are Lutheran, and still others that are Methodist.Some colleges offer a Christian world-view, although many also offer a secular curriculum. […]
