Interested in studying engineering, but also see yourself in a smaller (fewer than 5,000 students) campus community with an undergraduate focus? Yes, that exists! Liberal arts colleges with engineering and engineering-focused colleges offer hands-on experiences, small class sizes, undergraduate research opportunities and close faculty interaction. Additional possibilities include the U.S. Military, Air Force and Naval … Continue reading Top Engineering Programs at Small Colleges

Summer is the perfect time to start thinking about your college list, but with more than 2,000 four-year options in the United States, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Factors such as your academic interests, campus setting and size of the student body are a great place to start when narrowing down your list. However, there … Continue reading “Green” Campuses

For families in the midst of the college planning process, the term “liberal arts college” (LAC) is often used to describe a certain grouping of schools. While the term may sound straightforward, it can sometimes be misconstrued. To help, here are five defining characteristics of a liberal arts college experience: Setting. LACs are often distinguished … Continue reading How to define a liberal arts college

Whether it’s a small town, mid-size city or large urban center, college settings play an important role in a student’s on-campus experience. College towns to call home: part II

When it comes to finding the best “fit” for your child, the location, environment and culture of a city or town can be equally important as a student’s comfort on campus. With thousands of four year colleges across a variety of locations and settings, there’s a school for just about every type of student and … Continue reading Infographic: College towns to call home