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5 Colleges for Mathletes and Math Lovers in General

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
Does the thought of solving complicated equations make you giddy? Do you enjoy problem-solving in your spare time? Do you have the first hundred decimals of Pi memorized – for fun? Then you, my friend, might be enamored by mathematics! There are, of course, many career options for people who enjoy math, and therefore several …
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5 of the Best Colleges for Pet Lovers

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
It’s hard to resist the allure of animals. If you’ve had pets all your life, it’s not the easiest thing to leave them behind while you’re away at school. True, many schools have therapy dog programs nowadays (although usually only around finals week). But if you’re looking for a slightly more permanent animal situation, here …
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Colleges for Tech Enthusiasts

By Morgan StaubLast updated on December 22, 2022
If you’re a fan of sci-fi shows like Westworld or The Black Mirror, you’re probably well aware of the increasingly large role technology plays in our lives, and how some see this growth as a problem. The only true way to ensure that we minimize misuse of technology, as you know, is to learn as …
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Colleges with Interesting Histories

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
 The Humble Origins of the Harvard Yard When Harvard was first founded in the 1630s, the first piece of property purchased by the school was a house and an acre of land. This property was located on “Cow-yard Row”. The school distinguished its property from the surrounding name by calling their acre the “College Yard”. …
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Ten Colleges With Amazing Sports on the Water

By Jessica ThiefelsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Water has a way of luring us in, whether we’re going on a beach vacation or taking relaxing laps in the gym pool. If you want to spend your four college years near the water, and all that it has to offer—from fishing to rowing—taking a closer look at these 10 universities and colleges, each …
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5 Colleges for Fitness-Focused Students

By Jessica ThiefelsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Before heading off to their first semester, college students are often bombarded with the warning, “Look out for the freshman fifteen!” While those dreaded extra pounds from subsisting on energy drinks and pizza tend to slip away as you get used to college life, some students, including yourself, may want to avoid it altogether. Luckily, the …
Plenty of colleges have programs for people who love robotics!
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Best Colleges for Students Who Love Robotics

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
When it comes to pursuing your hobbies at college, there is no end to what is available. There are schools out there with programs and student organizations for everything you can imagine. If you love robotics in high school, or you’re looking to get into it for fun after high school, you should check out …
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10 Colleges for Musically-Inclined Students

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
Music is a vital part of many students’ lives. Whether they like to sing in the shower, have played an instrument for years, or dabble in composition, there are many options when it comes to schools. Even if you aren’t looking to be a music major, you can still make music a priority when applying …
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5 Colleges With Great Mountain Views

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
For some people, nothing is more awe-inspiring than a gorgeous mountain view. Whether that means snow-capped peaks, colorful autumn forests, or staring at that jagged skyline, mountains are tough to beat. We are fortunate enough that the United States has a variety of mountains. Here are some beautiful schools a mountain view. Prescott College—Prescott, AZ …

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