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NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament College Enrollment Trends
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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 …
A private college could fit you more than an in-state college
myths

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 …
Bikes near the University of Oregon campus, just one form of public transportation.
student life

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. …
A college visit is essential so you know if a college is for you or not
college search

11 Ways to Make the Most of Your College Visit

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 22, 2024
Most college counselors will strongly recommend that you visit the colleges you are considering and they are right to do so. There are many benefits that come with a campus visit that you can’t find in a brochure or on a website. Touring a college is one of the best ways to know if it …
Photograph of the campus of the University of Vermont. A final campus visit can help you solidify your decision
college search

5 Ways to Make the Most of Your Final College Visit

By Ashley GunnLast updated on December 22, 2022
You’ve applied, been admitted and now you have to decide where to spend your college years. If you’re not 100% sure about your college choice, this is a good time to visit or re-visit. Even if you’ve already visited a college before you applied, visiting a college after you’ve been accepted will help you focus …
3 women wearing laboratory dress and eye protection.
college majors & minors

7 Organizations Working to Promote Women in STEM

By Olivia PittmanLast updated on December 22, 2022
Women make up 52% of the college-educated US workforce. And while, for the first time in 2022, more women than men have been accepted into STEM programs (55%), women currently only represent 29% of those who work in STEM today. And 50% of women will drop out of the field within their first 12 years. …
Beautiful swimming pool in Rice University.
student life

16 College Rec Centers So Awesome They Will Make you Want to Work Out

By Olivia PittmanLast updated on December 22, 2022
As colleges become more selective, so do their students. For the last decade, universities have begun to attract students with beautiful—and giant—recreation centers. The result is some of the best outfitted and designed fitness college rec centers in the country. Whether you spend hours a week at the gym or need some motivation to get …

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