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The Truth About College Rankings When it comes to choosing the right college, many students look at numbers for reasons more important than how many people voted for a new music video. But are these rankings truly more sophisticated than simple popularity contests? College-Athletes and College Choices If you're an aspiring college-athlete, here's what you should consider when choosing what school to attend.... Search for Colleges That Satisfy No doubt you want your college experience to be a successful one. What you might not realize is that the road to success begins as early as your search for colleges and universities. Check out these results from the 2007 National Survey of Student Engagement, and see what we mean.... HBCUs Not Right For You? This article will explore the some of the issues and criticisms Black students may face in deciding to attend a predominately white college or university over a Historically Black College or University. College Rankings for the Rest of Us If you're part of an underrepresented racial, interest, or other group, wide-scale college rankings may not target your specific needs. Consider these college ranking systems to help you narrow your search. Turn Your College Search Upside Down Finding a college can be a lot like finding a boyfriend or girlfriend. As you begin your college search, start by thinking about all the things you don't want in a school. How to Choose Your College Read one college student's advice on choosing the right college... Dealing with a Disability in College A learning disability may seem like a bump in the road to college, but with the proper approach, you too can succeed and get your degree. A New Way to Choose Your School Don't just head to the bookstore or newsstand for you college research. Thanks to College Results Online, you can compare a school's stats to similar institutions with the simple click of the mouse. Confused about College Stuff? Then Make the Most of Your Guidance Counselor OK, so you think your guidance counselor's only job is to write college recommendations and help you select next year's classes? Think again. Here's what some guidance counselors are doing to go above and beyond your college prep process... |