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Top 25 Best Colleges in the West: 2017 Rankings

By Liz SkogerboeLast updated on December 22, 2022

The American West is full of prestigious colleges and universities. While you may think of California as a powerhouse with many of these schools, don’t forget about the other states that also have great schools. Check out the list of the best of the best in the west below. 25. University of California—Santa Cruz Location: …

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Top 25 Best Small Colleges: 2017 Rankings

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

These schools are the very definition of small but mighty. Though small in size, each of these colleges and universities packs a big punch when it comes to academics and other factors. For the purposes of this list, we’ve defined “small” as having fewer than 2,000 undergraduate students. (Note: The information ‘Student Enrollment’ featured in …

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The Internet and Social Media in Education

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on September 12, 2024

Social media has significantly impacted society since the introduction of the internet. While first seen as a way to connect friends and family online, both locally and on a global scale, it has exploded into what it is today and has gone beyond just the “post an update for your friends” purpose. Social media is …

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Top 25 Best Colleges in the Southwest: 2017 Rankings

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

The Southwest region of the United States is full of rich history, fascinating landscapes, and plenty of notable colleges and universities. We analyzed hundreds of colleges in the region based on various measures, including campus diversity, student outcomes, selectivity, and more. (Note: For the purposes of these rankings, we included states west of Louisiana, including Texas.) 25. …

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Pros and Cons of Greek Life on Campus

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 4, 2024

Key Takeaway Joining the Greek community is a popular way that many students choose to get involved on their college campus every year. While Greek life can provide social connections and networking opportunities, it can also come with potential drawbacks such as social limitations and unhealthy behaviors. Before deciding to join a fraternity or sorority, …

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Education and the Digital Economy: Strategies that Lead to Success

By Dave LandryLast updated on December 22, 2022

Now more than ever the college experience brings more than just textbook knowledge. Education, like every other industry, is becoming more driven by technology than before. Many universities have quickly caught on that students not only need to learn the necessary skills to succeed in their field but that they also need training in how …

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Top 25 Best Research Universities: 2017 Rankings

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

As their name would suggest, research universities focus heavily on research! While many of these academically-inclined institutions have undergraduate programs, a great emphasis is put on their graduate / doctoral programs. At research universities, students can earn their PhDs and go out into the world to change it. So we’ve come up with a list …

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Top 25 Best Rural Colleges: 2017 Rankings

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Not every great college is located in the Big City. In fact, there are numerous colleges set in rural areas that are equally prestigious as their urban-dwelling counterparts. Here are College Raptor’s Top 25 Rural Colleges for 2017! 25. Asbury University Location: Wilmore, KY Student Enrollment: 1,879 College Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above Asbury …

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How High School and College Students can Set S.M.A.R.T Goals

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 2, 2024

SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound. SMART goals help high school students, college students, and even employees design realistic goals. Setting these types of goals can potentially increase the chance of achieving them. SMART goals could be exactly what you need to meet your newest goals or resolutions you set this year! …

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Why a Medium-Sized College Might be Right For You

By Gwyneth FindlayLast updated on December 22, 2022

Without visiting college campuses, it’s hard to get a feel for how a college’s size will influence your experience as a student. But trust me on this: a medium sized college is the ideal fit. What is a medium sized college? College websites offer their various definitions, but the consensus generally falls in the 2,000 …