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Top 25 Best Medium-Sized Colleges: 2017 Rankings

By Laura DavisonLast updated on December 22, 2022

Everyone has their personal preference and comfort level when it comes to college size. Some people prefer the intimacy of a small school where they know everybody while others thrive at large universities where they only know a small portion of the student population. If you find yourself landing somewhere in between, then one of the following …

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The Importance of Office Hours: Why You Should Go

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022

Imagine it’s syllabus week. Your professors are spending the first day of class going over the schedule for the semester (subject to change). They outline expectations for you. They tell you when the exams will be and talk about the importance of doing the readings and coming to lecture. They’ve also mentioned what times they …

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Top 25 Best Large Colleges: 2017 Rankings

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

These colleges are large and in charge. Definitions of “large” colleges might change depending on who you ask, but for the purposes of this list, we’re considering any school that has 10,000 or more undergraduate students. (Note: “student enrollment” within these summaries includes both undergraduate and graduate students). Check out College Raptor’s list for the …

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Top 25 Best Colleges in the Northeast: 2017 Rankings

By Liz SkogerboeLast updated on December 22, 2022

The Northeast region of the United States has long been known for being the home of many prestigious schools. That reputation is well-earned, as every single one of the colleges on this list was featured in our Top 50 Best Colleges of 2017! Many of these schools are steeped in the rich history that shaped …

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The Deadly Deadline: Why Turning Your Assignments in “On-Time” Can Actually Hurt Your Grades!

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022

My dad has a saying: Being somewhere fifteen minutes early is on time, and arriving on time is being late. This is the kind of ideology I wish to impart to you concerning your college assignments and projects. Now, we can probably all acknowledge that we know it is best to start assignments as soon …

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Top 25 Best Colleges in the Midwest: 2017 Rankings

By Laura DavisonLast updated on December 22, 2022

The Midwest is known for its friendly people and wide open spaces, but it is also home to some of the best academic institutions in the country. While coastal schools may be more well-known, these colleges and universities located in the heart of our country have a lot to offer in terms of academics, athletics, …

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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. …