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Colleges That Change Lives: 40 Schools That Will Change the Way You Think About Colleges,New
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The groundbreaking guide to the 40 best colleges you've never heard ofcolleges that will change your lifeChoosing the right college has never been more importantor more difficult. For the latest edition of this classic college guide, Hilary Masell Oswald conducted her own tours of top schools and indepth interviews, building on Loren Pope's original to create a totally updated, more expansive work. Organized by geographic region, every profile includes a wealth of vital information, including admissions standards, distinguishing facts about the curriculum, extracurricular activities, and what faculty say about their jobs. Masell Oswald also offers a new chapter on how students with learning disabilities can find schools that fit their needs. For every prospective college student searching for more than football and frat parties, Colleges That Change Lives will prove indispensable.Fully revised and updated by education journalist Hilary Oswald, Colleges That Change Lives remains the definite guide for high school students (and their parents) who are looking for more in their college education than football, frat parties, and giant lectures. Building on the foundation of landmark author Loren Pope, Oswald spent more than a year visiting 40 colleges, speaking with students, faculty, and alumni to create these vivid and concise portraits.Featuring a new introduction, a new Required Reading section, and a new chapter on learning disabilities, the book is organized into five geographic regions (Northeast, South, Midwest, Southwest, Northwest) to make for easy browsing, and urban, suburban, and rural campuses are all featured. There?s also an alphabetical index of colleges. Each profile includes admissions standards as well as relevant statistics to make your decision easier, including where the school ranks in postgraduate grants and fellowships, what percentage of students go on to graduate school or further education, distinguishing facts about the curriculum, percentage of professors who have terminal degrees in their field, even what activities are available to students and what they?re likely to do on weekends.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Colleges That Change Lives'? A: The book focuses on 40 lesser-known colleges that offer unique educational experiences, emphasizing institutions that prioritize student engagement and personal growth.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: 'Colleges That Change Lives' is authored by Hilary Masell Oswald, building on the original work by Loren Pope.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students with learning disabilities? A: Yes, the revised edition includes a new chapter dedicated to helping students with learning disabilities find colleges that meet their specific needs.
- Q: What kind of information can I find in each college profile? A: Each profile includes admissions standards, curriculum details, extracurricular options, faculty insights, and post-graduate success statistics.
- Q: How is the book organized? A: The book is organized by geographic region, making it easy for readers to browse through colleges in the Northeast, South, Midwest, Southwest, and Northwest.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of 'Colleges That Change Lives' was published on August 28, 2012.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 352 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Is the book suitable for parents of prospective college students? A: Yes, the book is designed to assist both high school students and their parents in navigating the college selection process.
- Q: What makes this book different from other college guides? A: This guide emphasizes personal stories and experiences from students and faculty, offering a more relatable and insightful perspective on college life beyond rankings.