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Exactly Where are the Liberal Arts Schools?

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Despite Large Numbers of Schools in the U.S. Only a Handful are Private Liberal Arts Colleges Despite there being over 1,500 colleges and universities in the USA, less than 200 of these institutions are private liberal arts colleges.   These schools are mostly found east of the Mississippi River. Many of them were founded near […]

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State School or Private Liberal Arts College?

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State School or Private Liberal Arts College?

Are you in the process of choosing a college? Aren’t sure what the difference is between state schools and private liberal arts colleges? It’s important to recognize the fact that not all colleges provide the same atmosphere, resources and educational opportunities. Of course, all of these factors vary from college to college, but there are […]

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How to Get the Most from Campus Tours

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How to Get the Most from Campus Tours

Are you planning your college campus tours? Good for you! The only way to really determine if a college is the right one for you is to visit it firsthand. The following are tips for getting the most from campus tours so you can make an educated decision: Plan to Spend Several Hours There Don’t […]

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Choosing the College that Will Deliver the Best College Experience

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Choosing the College that Will Deliver the Best College Experience

Are you on the hunt for the very best college that will give you the college experience you are craving? A lot of factors go into deciding which college is right for you. Many large colleges boast a good atmosphere including exciting extra curricular activities, but smaller liberal arts colleges can be excellent choices for […]

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Affordable Liberal Arts College Options

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Affordable Liberal Arts College Options

If you’re looking for a top notch liberal arts education at a bargain price, you’ll want to check out these seven liberal arts colleges, all of which will give you great bang for your buck. 1. Pomona College If you are interested in West Coast schools, you’ll want to check out this gem. While the […]

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Does a Good Football Team Make a Good College?

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Does a Good Football Team Make a Good College?

When some students go searching for a college to best fit their academic and extracurricular needs, they might look at a particular college because they grew up rooting for their football team. For example, some residents of Nebraska will choose to attend the University of Nebraska just because the Huskers have a great football team. […]

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5 Reasons to Choose a Liberal Arts College

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5 Reasons to Choose a Liberal Arts College

Not sure if you want to go to a liberal arts college or to a large university? You probably have a vision of what you expect college to be like, but you won’t know for sure what you’re in for until you visit college campuses, talk to students and evaluate your options. State colleges, large […]

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Ivy League or Liberal Arts College?

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Ivy League or Liberal Arts College?

Are you a top student? Are you looking at Ivy League colleges, thinking you need to pay top dollar to get the best education and advantage possible? Before you get in line to apply for MIT or Harvard, you’ll want to take a look at some of the most prestigious liberal arts colleges, which may […]

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Finding Colleges That You Can Afford

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Finding Colleges That You Can Afford

Looking for colleges you can afford? Not sure if such a college exists? If you’re shocked by the cost of college, you’re not alone. However, there are affordable colleges out there. It’s just a matter of finding a college that wants you enough to give you a great financial aid package or finding scholarships, grants […]

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