college majors & minors

The Most Unique College Major in Each State

By Olivia PittmanLast updated on December 22, 2022

What, would you guess, is the most unique major in your state? Some states’ most unique majors seem to make sense based on industries in the state. For instance, Tennessee has around 12 times as many arts, entertainment, and media management majors than the rest of the country (per college grad/per year), which can be chalked …

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Junior Prep for College: 10 Easy Tips

By Jessica VelascoLast updated on May 24, 2023

As a third-year student in high school, it’s a great time to start thinking: What should juniors do to prepare for college? Instead of stressing about the process during the fall of your senior year, get ahead of the game, and start planning now. If you’re wondering what should juniors do to prepare for college, …

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How to Start Searching for Colleges: A Step-by-Step Guide

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on February 8, 2024

Searching for colleges is a process that requires time and dedication. Resources like College Match can help students find the colleges and universities that meet their unique needs and wants in a school. Students thinking about attending college should consider location, size of the school, majors, career options, and more. With nearly 6,000 community colleges, …

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College Myth: Colleges Are Only Looking for One Type of Student

By Olivia PittmanLast updated on December 22, 2022

A common misconception is that colleges only accept certain types of students. Similarly, some students convince themselves that individual colleges prefer students with very particular skill sets. In reality, colleges seek to build diverse and interesting classes. Part of higher education is familiarizing yourself with the world at large. This involves getting to know people …

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Top 15 US Colleges and Universities

By Olivia PittmanLast updated on December 22, 2022

Rural or small town college campuses can be peaceful, but there’s something alluring about a big city. Students are drawn to urban campuses for their abundance of cultural and professional opportunities, all-encompassing amenities, and the promise of fun. Here are 15 best urban colleges in big cities which we think live up to these expectations. …

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2 Key Statistics For College Cost Comparison: Graduation Rate and Retention Rate Explained

By Lynell EngelmyerLast updated on December 22, 2022

When we’re researching, visiting, or comparing colleges, we often want to know what percentage of students get in, but few of us ask these two very important questions: “How many stay?” and “How many get out with a degree?” College graduation rates and college retention rates are often critical to deciding if a college is a good …

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Pros and Cons: Deciding Whether to Attend a State School as an Out-of-State Student

By Jessica VelascoLast updated on December 22, 2022

Many students want to go college far away from home. At first thought, many students think attending a state school will be cheaper. However, attending a state school as an out-of-state student is often much more expensive. There are pros and cons of attending a state school as an out-of-state student. Before making the decision …

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September Madness: How the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament Predicts College Enrollment Trends

By Jeff PierpontLast updated on April 26, 2023

Colleges spend millions of dollars each year to market themselves and recruit students, with an average four-year private institution spending around $2,500 for each first-year student enrolled. Schools also spend millions more on their athletics to boost alumni giving and enhance the general appeal to campus culture. What kind of return, in terms of college …

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Myth: In-State Colleges Are More Affordable

By Olivia PittmanLast updated on December 22, 2022

Many college students–convinced that state colleges are cheaper–make the mistake of limiting their college search to in-state public colleges. For some students, an in-state public university may be the best choice. But, others risk attending a college that’s not a great fit by limiting their options without knowing the real cost of all their options. Are …

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12 Great Reasons You Should Consider Going to College in Oregon

By Tyler HakesLast updated on December 22, 2022

Oregon is one of those states that, for some reason, seems to be easily overlooked. Maybe it’s because it’s just north of California, or maybe because it’s just south of Washington. Or, maybe it’s this combination that leaves it just out most people’s minds. But, there are a whole lot of reasons to check it out. …