Ashland University
Ashland University provides a liberal arts and science curriculum that prepares students for various professions and careers with such distinctive programs as environmental science and toxicology. AU's philosophy of "Accent on the Individual" is evident both in and out of the classroom. The 55,000-square-foot student center and a new technology center are examples of AU's commitment to the future.
Atlanta College of Art
The Atlanta College of Art is a thriving artistic community that offers the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in communication design (advertising design, graphic design, and illustration), drawing, electronic arts (computer animation, digital art, digital multimedia, and video), interior design, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture.
Audrey Cohen College
Three times each year, Audrey Cohen College students create or enhance career opportunities in business management and human services through the only college curriculum designed to link learning to practice. Students earn credit for applying theoretical concepts mastered in the liberal arts, business, and professional studies to practical experience gained in professional work or internship settings. Students can complete a bachelor's degree in 2 years and 8 months or associate degree in 1 year and 4 months.
Augsburg College
Augsburg College, an urban liberal arts college, draws upon the cultural and corporate resources of Minneapolis to complement the campus and classroom learning experience. A college of diversity, it serves people of all colors and nationalities and of many religions. Affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, Augsburg is a college of intellectual challenge, academic excellence, and career preparation.
Augustana College
Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Desmond Tutu, former First Lady Barbara Bush, former British Prime Minister John Major, former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev, former President George Bush, and retired General Colin Powell have graced the Augustana campus since 1995 as speakers in the College's Center for Western Studies' distinguished Boe Forum on Public Affairs. The lecture, always a complete "sell-out," is free to Augustana students and to the public.
Aurora University
Aurora University combines the resources of commuting students with a residence hall population that includes students from 20 states and 5 countries. Curriculum has a strong emphasis on human services supplemented by the John and Judy Dunham School of Business and University College of Arts and Sciences. The YMCA Senior Director Certificate Program is a supplemental major offered in cooperation with the YMCA of the USA.
Azusa Pacific University
At Azusa Pacific, a Christian liberal arts university, students are challenged academically, participate in dynamic leadership experiences, and utilize the latest technology, gaining the skills needed to reach their goals. Located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles, APU offers 34 undergraduate majors, 19 master's programs, 3 doctoral programs, and extensive credential and certificate programs.
Ball State University
Ball State University is a comprehensive public institution composed of 7 curricular colleges: Applied Sciences and Technology; Architecture and Planning; Business; Communication, Information, and Media; Fine Arts; Sciences and Humanities; and Teachers College. The enrollment of 17,930 includes 15,890 undergraduates. Ball State is located northeast of Indianapolis in Muncie, Indiana.
Barclay College
Barclay College is a coed, 4-year, interdenominational, accredited college located in Haviland, Kansas, and was founded in 1917 by the Evangelical Friends. Barclay offers bachelor's degrees in bible/theology, business administration, church music, Christian school elementary education, pastorial ministries, psychology/family counseling, and youth ministries, along with associate degrees. Tuition, room and board, and fees total $11,200.
Barry University
Barry University is an independent, coeducational Catholic university that fosters academic distinction in the liberal arts and professional studies. Enrolling 8,358 students, Barry offers more than 60 undergraduate programs and over 50 graduate degrees through the Schools of Adult and Continuing Education, Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Graduate Medical Sciences, Human Performance and Leisure Sciences, Law, Natural and Health Sciences, Nursing, and Social Work.
Baylor University
The oldest university in Texas, Baylor is proud of its strong Christian heritage. Teaching, scholarly attention to discovery, and service to others are emphasized. Baylor University is the largest Baptist institution of higher education in the world. Students can choose from 118 baccalaureate, 75 master's, 16 doctoral, and 4 professional programs with the assurance of individual attention due to the low student-faculty ratio and small classes.
Becker College
Becker College's small classes and supportive academic atmosphere offer students the individual attention and recognition they deserve. The 2 campuses allow students the unique opportunity to choose the environment that best suits their personal tastes: an urban neighborhood setting or a small New England town.
Belhaven College
Belhaven College's vision is to prepare men and women academically and spiritually to serve Christ Jesus in their careers, in human relationships, and in the world of ideas. Twenty-five majors are offered, including dance, theater, communications, sports medicine, and sports ministry. Scholarships are available, including a $1000 campus visit voucher for freshmen who enroll. Apply online at www.belhaven.edu.
Beloit College
Beloit College is an uncommonly diverse academic, residential, and international community where, through investigation and scholarship, students invent themselves. Featuring an extraordinary teaching faculty, Beloit's curriculum combines a rigorous academic program with interdisciplinary studies and hands-on learning expectations. Beloit students complement classroom activities by studying abroad, conducting independent research, participating in internships, and engaging in student government and a host of other campus clubs and activities. With enthusiastic faculty advisers and the College's extensive resources, students tailor their Beloit experience to reach their fullest intellectual, professional, and personal development.
Benedictine College
Benedictine College, America's Discovery College, is a 4-year Catholic, residential, liberal arts Benedictine college that provides an outstanding education for students of all backgrounds and faiths. Benedictine is distinguished by its distinctive student-centered academic program that offers students exceptional opportunities for research and personal growth.
Bennington College
Bennington regards education as a sensual and ethical, no less than intellectual, process. It seeks to liberate and nurture the individuality, the creative intelligence, and the ethical and aesthetic sensibility of its students, to the end that their richly varied natural endowments will be directed toward self-fulfillment and toward constructive social purposes.
Berea College
Berea College is a small, residential, nonsectarian Christian college recognized for its distinctive academic and work programs and for its special interest in Appalachia. Financial need is an absolute prerequisite for admission. Every accepted student is awarded a full tuition scholarship currently worth $16,600 per year. All students participate in a work program on campus for 10-15 hours per week.
Global University of the Assemblies of God
Global University offers AA, BA, and MA degrees in Bible and related areas by distance education. Adult continuing education courses are also offered. Many courses are offered in Spanish. The school is accredited by the accrediting commission of the Distance Education and Training Council. Degree-level courses are approved by DANTES for veteran's benefits. Telephone: 800-443-1083 (toll-free).
Bethel College
Bethel College provides academic excellence in a dynamic Christian environment. U.S. News and World Report has recognized Bethel as one of the top ten liberal arts colleges in the Midwest. What makes Bethel outstanding are its excellent students, expert faculty, and dedicated staff. Bethel is committed to providing a high-quality liberal arts education to prepare tomorrow's leaders to make a difference in their community, the church, and the world.
Birmingham-Southern College
Birmingham-Southern is a nationally ranked institution noted for an outstanding record of job placement and graduate admission to medical, law, and professional schools as well as for the Mentor Program, service learning, leadership development, and international programs. U.S. News & World Report, Money magazine, and National Review have also recognized Southern, which has 1 of 2 Phi Beta Kappa chapters in Alabama.
Bloomfield College
Diversity is the hallmark of Bloomfield College, attracting resident students from a wide geographic range and commuter students from the New Jersey/New York metropolitan area. They come from a rich mixture of backgrounds and experiences. Reflecting the contemporary world, they learn together, share interests, build friendships to last a lifetime, and graduate fully prepared for careers and continued education.
Boston College
Boston College's international stature is strengthened by the more than 450-year tradition of Jesuit education. Students are challenged to fulfill their potential as scholars through honors programs, research with faculty members, independent study, study abroad, and service learning. Students are also challenged to fulfill their potential as caring, thoughtful individuals and future leaders in society with artistic, cultural, service, social, religious, and athletic opportunities that abound on campus and throughout Boston.
Boston University
The spirit of Boston University is in the possibilities: the excitement of living and learning in one of the world's greatest cities and America's largest college town. With students from more than 100 countries, Boston University has one of the most culturally diverse student bodies. The 10 undergraduate schools and colleges offer more than 130 programs of study in areas as diverse as biochemistry, theater, physical therapy, elementary education, biomedical engineering, management, broadcast journalism, and graphic design. Students further enhance their degree programs through internships, field work, research, and study abroad.
Bowling Green State University
BGSU offers the ultimate university experience--a small college atmosphere and a major university opportunity. A residential campus, BGSU emphasizes first-year student programs, leadership development, cocurricular activities, and an appreciation for diversity. Award-winning career services and a nationally ranked cooperative education program are part of BGSU's distinctive environment. Sixty percent of students receive financial aid.
Brandeis University
A recent major study ranked Brandeis 9th among all United States private research universities, based on the faculty's contribution to the generation of new knowledge. To assist students of exceptional scholarly achievement and promise to study with this teaching faculty, Brandeis offers a significant number of academic merit-based scholarships of up to 75% of tuition.
Brescia University
Brescia University is a Catholic, career-oriented, coed, liberal arts institution that offers 8 associate, 31 bachelor's, and 9 preprofessional degree programs as well as a Master of Science in Management. Brescia offers the only accredited ministry formation undergraduate program in the nation. Eighty-five percent of Brescia students receive some form of financial aid, including scholarships. World Wide Web: http://www.brescia.edu.
Briar Cliff College
Career success for Briar Cliff students begins in the classroom, where a low student-teacher ratio translates into quality time for each individual. A solid grounding in the liberal arts and a strong emphasis on internship opportunities result in extraordinarily high placement rates: of those BCC responding to a recent survey, 95% had found a job within the field of their choice or had been accepted into graduate school within 6 months of graduation.
Bridgewater College
Bridgewater College offers a balanced liberal arts and sciences program in a challenging and supportive environment. Excellent academic facilities include the McKinney Center for Science and Mathematics, new classroom facilities, advanced information technology capabilities, and a fully automated library. Outstanding academic scholarships are available, based solely on high school class standing. A scholarship based on SAT scores is also available. The College has implemented a Personal Development Portfolio Program that helps students address the dimensions of academics, leadership, wellness, aesthetics, citizenship, cultural awareness, ethical development, and social proficiency. In this program, students are paired with a faculty mentor for 4 years. The program culminates in an enhanced resume, supplementing the academic transcript and documenting achievement in these 8 dimensions.
Bryan College
Bryan College is a 4-year, interdenominational, Christian liberal arts college. High-quality academics, spiritual atmosphere, and close interpersonal relationships highlight the reasons students choose Bryan College. BryanNET, an innovative campuswide computer network, provides students with Internet, library research resources, and cutting-edge software. Visits to the Bryan campus are encouraged.
Bryn Mawr College
Bryn Mawr students enjoy a demanding liberal arts education in a small university setting 10 miles from one of the largest cities in the United States--Philadelphia. Distinctive cooperative agreements with nearby Haverford College, Swarthmore College, and the University of Pennsylvania allow for extensive and varied academic, social, and residential exchange. A $22-million chemistry complex and science library opened in 1993, and the Rhys Carpenter Library for Art, Archaeology and Cities was opened to the public in 1997.
Bucknell University
Bucknell University is a distinctive university of about 3,350 undergraduates who are enrolled in fields of study that range from foreign languages, performing arts, business administration, and teacher preparation to engineering, research sciences, social sciences, and humanities in an environment that encourages close interaction between faculty members and students.
Burlington College
A small, progressive liberal arts college offering flexible learning options within a friendly, supportive environment. A third of students self-design their liberal arts majors. A distance learning degree program is also offered. New paralegal, cinema studies, and film production programs enhance a curriculum already strong in social sciences and the humanities.
Butler University
With an undergraduate population of 3,500, Butler University is committed to the interactive learning in each of its five colleges. Students take practical classroom knowledge and apply it to professional experiences in Indianapolis that are tailored to individual interests and talents.
Caldwell College
Plans are underway during 2000-01 to open a 47,300-square-foot Student Activities and Recreation Building to meet the social needs of a growing student population. Despite its growth, the College still maintains its liberal arts character by providing students will close, personal attention while enhancing technological facilities on campus.
California College of Arts and Crafts
CCAC is the only regionally accredited school of art, architecture, and design on the West Coast, distinguished by the interdisciplinary nature and breadth of its programs in fine art, design, and architecture taught by a faculty of active professionals. Current initiatives include expansion of architecture and design programs in a new San Francisco facility, and new graduate programs in design, visual studies, and writing.
California Institute of Technology
Academics--with a focus on math, science, and engineering--in a research environment characterize Caltech. The core curriculum emphasizes the fundamentals of each of the sciences plus study in the humanities and social sciences. Caltech values and encourages study and research across disciplines. A renowned faculty and facilities, including the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, contribute to Caltech's reputation as one of the world's major research centers.
California Lutheran University
A small, private college with 2,700 students, California Lutheran University is known for its supportive and challenging academic environment and for it's outstanding graduate placement. Biology, education, and business anchor a curriculum of 34 majors and 29 minors. CLU is located in the safe, neighborly city of Thousand Oaks and, on the World Wide Web, at http://www.CLUnet.edu.
California State University, Hayward
California State University, Hayward, is located in the heart of Northern California's Bay Area. CSUH features dozens of areas of study that connect its 13,000 students to innovative programs that help assure future success. The campus offers the environment of a private college but the value of a public university.
California University of Pennsylvania
Cal U offers more than 100 programs. Offerings in science and technology are the University's special mission. Education and human services programs hold a long tradition of excellence. Liberal arts programs offer outstanding opportunities while providing the general education curriculum. With about 5,000 undergraduate students and a student-faculty ratio of 19:1, education is economical and personal.
Calvin College
Academic excellence, Christian commitment, reasonable cost, more than 4,300 students, 85 academic options. Calvin College is recognized by U.S. News & World Report's America's Best Colleges, The National Review College Guide, the Templeton Guide: Colleges that Encourage Character Development, the Fiske Guide to Colleges, and Barron's Best Buys in College Education.
Cambridge College
Cambridge College's innovative Bachelor of Arts in psychology program is designed for working adults. It offers an empowering learning model, emphasizes peer support and assessment, and encourages personal and professional development. Students may choose a concentration in educational psychology, family and community systems, organizational psychology, or juvenile justice.
Campbell University
Campbell's ROTC program is currently rated as the best in America. The Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law has received the Gumpert Award for excellence in the teaching of trial advocacy. The BBA in professional golf management, offered by the School of Business, is PGA-certified and has gained national attention. Graduate programs include the MS in clinical research, the PharmD in the School of Pharmacy, the MEd and MA in the School of Education, the MBA in the School of Business, and the MDiv and MA in the School of Divinity. Education has a nearly 99 percent passage rate on licensure exams.
Canadian Bible College
Canadian Bible College is the only denominational college of the Christian and Missionary Alliance in Canada. It trains students for Christian ministry professions and provides foundational studies in Christian life and thought for students entering other professions. Distinctive features are its 1-year foundational program, vocational and personal counselling services, practical internship program, spiritual formation activities, overseas study opportunities, personal atmosphere, and emphasis on developing the whole person.
Capital University
Recognition as one of the top regional universities in U.S. News & World Report, a Center for Academic Achievement to help each student succeed academically, and the construction of the new Capital Center, a 126,000-square-foot recreational, educational, and athletic complex, are just a few reasons Capital University is a leader in the Midwest.
Capitol College
In addition to comprehensive degree programs in engineering, technology, and management, Capitol guarantees its qualified BS graduates placement in high-technology careers at nationally competitive salaries within 90 days of commencement. Capitol also offers certifications in A+ and MCSE and has recently upgraded its MS programs to include electronic commerce management.
Cardinal Stritch University
Cardinal Stritch University is a Catholic, coeducational institution rooted in the liberal arts. The University provides all of the resources associated with a large university yet offers the benefits of personal attention and 1-on-1 instruction associated with a smaller institution. Graduate and undergraduate programs, offered in traditional and nontraditional formats, range from business and education to religious studies and art.
Carroll College
Carroll College gives its students the support they need to learn and grow--small classes and individual attention provide a quality educational experience at Wisconsin's oldest college. Students are encouraged to explore the world around them by studying in other countries or participating in internships. An Honors Program is available to academically talented students.
Case Western Reserve University
College-bound students most often list diversity of academic programs as the most important factor in choosing a college. They understand that their academic interests are not fully tested in high school and that a high-quality college education should offer them the opportunity to explore more varied academic offerings. CWRU has long recognized the importance of academic diversity. At CWRU, regardless of their tentative interest in engineering, liberal arts, management, sciences, or nursing, students apply through a single admission process; admission is not based on academic interest. Once enrolled, students can choose from nearly 60 available majors and can double major across disciplinary lines (engineering and music is a popular combination).
Castleton State College
Located in a historic Vermont village close to skiing, Castleton is small enough to be a community where individuals matter yet large enough to offer 30 academic programs in career preparation and the liberal arts, 12 intercollegiate sports, and more than 40 clubs and student organizations. Castleton provides exceptional programs for first-year students.
Cazenovia College
In 1999, Cazenovia College introduced new baccalaureate programs in early childhood education and program administration, social science, and English and a specialization in accounting.
Cedar Crest College
U.S. News & World Report named Cedar Crest a top-tier regional liberal arts college for 10 years. New programs in dance, information systems, bioinformatics, and forensic science. Internships; freshmen research and honors program; cross-registration at 5 colleges; academic scholarships and free-tuition senior year to qualified students.
Centenary College
New majors are computer information systems, sociology, and theater arts. New programs are criminal justice, sports management, and student-run television station. New services include waived fees for online applications, a renewable scholarship program, computers and printers in each dorm room, voice mail, Internet access, e-mail, cable television, and a library catalog system.
Central Methodist College
Students at CMC are offered superior programs in prelaw, criminal justice, premedicine, nursing, teacher education, computer science, athletic training, business, Christian service, communications, music, theater, and the arts. Located near Columbia and within easy driving distance of Kansas City and St. Louis, CMC has blended a values-based liberal arts tradition with professional preparation to help students develop into "leaders of character."
Central Missouri State University
Central Missouri State University offers outstanding career-oriented programs in more than 150 areas of study within the arts and sciences, applied sciences and technology, business and economics, and education and human services. A friendly environment, an excellent faculty, and state-of-the-art facilities make the 1,240-acre campus an exciting place to learn and live.
Champlain College
Since 1878, Champlain College has championed practical, independent thinking, teaching the skills and knowledge required for professional success. Students can earn their bachelor's or associate degree in 23 career-oriented majors, many with internship opportunities. Located in a classic college town, world-class skiing and outdoor recreation are within an hour's drive.
Charleston Southern University
Located in one of the Southeast's most beautiful regions, Charleston Southern University (CSU) is the second-largest accredited, private university in South Carolina. CSU's enrollment has grown to more than 2,600 students and offers both a traditional liberal arts curriculum and a comprehensive professional program. CSU encourages interested students to schedule a campus visit.
Chatham College
The Senior Tutorial is the hallmark of the Chatham experience. Seniors pursue independent learning projects on topics related to their majors, interests, and professional aspirations. Many Chatham students continue their education in graduate or professional programs and find the Tutorial is the best possible preparation.
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, established in 1837, is America's oldest historically black educational institution. Cheyney strives to develop scholars who are not only well educated but also willing to set priorities that enable them to reach their highest potential in their personal and professional lives. Cheyney graduates are well-prepared to assume leadership roles through which they work for the greater public good.
Chowan College
Set among woodlands and lakes, the relaxed family-like campus counterbalances the technologically advanced approach to a liberal arts education at Chowan. Setting the standard for ethics-enriched learning, Chowan offers 30 bachelor's degrees with varying emphases. An extensive academic grant and scholarship program helps make a private education affordable for many students. Students are encouraged to call 800-488-4101 (toll-free) for more information.
The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina
The Citadel, a comprehensive military college, prepares students for leadership through a challenging curriculum of 20 majors. Graduates participate in all walks of life, from graduate study to private sector and military careers. New barracks and a first-class campuswide computer network are new features. The college actively seeks qualified students regardless of gender or ethnicity.
City College of the City University of New York
For more than 150 years, the City College of New York (CUNY) has provided an excellent higher education to generations of New Yorkers. City College offers degree programs in architecture, the arts, biomedical education, computer science, education, engineering, humanities, sciences, and social sciences. Conveniently located in New York City, students can take advantage of an environment that is diverse, politically and socially active, and artistically and intellectually stimulating. For more information, students should visit the Web site (http://www.ccny.cuny.edu).
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion University is located in an inviting environment in central western Pennsylvania. People--students and faculty--are its most valuable resource; students from about 30 states and more than 20 countries specialize in more than 90 different degree programs. Committed to excellence, Clarion's faculty members are outstanding in their respective disciplines and sensitive to the aspirations and needs of students.
Clarkson College
Clarkson College focuses on student success, with a nationally recognized faculty, a beautiful campus, and high-tech facilities. The College offers full- and part-time undergraduate degrees in nursing, radiologic technology, medical imaging, business, physical therapist assistant studies, and occupational therapy assistant studies; graduate degrees in nursing; and a postgraduate certificate in family nurse practitioner studies through on-campus and distance education courses.
Cleveland Institute of Music
Ranked as one of the foremost schools of music in the US, CIM's curriculum is based upon solid, traditional musical values while incorporating liberal arts instruction and new technologies that equip students to meet the challenges of the 21st century. Graduates are admitted routinely to leading graduate schools, are winners of major competitions, and occupy important performance and teaching positions throughout the world.
Coe College
Listed among the top 100 liberal arts colleges in America, Coe College is a private, coeducational, liberal arts college located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Coe offers 41 majors, 65 student clubs, and NCAA Division III Iowa Conference competition in 11 men's and 10 women's sports. Ninety-eight percent of Coe graduates are in jobs or graduate school within 6 months of graduation.
Cogswell Polytechnical College
Cogswell Polytechnical College is dedicated to providing students with superior education in engineering and the visual arts. Students learn the theory and gain the practical skills to begin work immediately in their chosen areas of engineering and the visual arts.
Colby College
Colby, located in central Maine on one of America's most beautiful campuses, is among the nation's oldest and most respected colleges. Colby has a tradition of innovation, having pioneered the January Program of independent study (1962), African-American studies (program founded 1969), and universal e-mail accounts for students (1983). Among colleges, Colby is a national leader in study-abroad programs (two thirds of Colby students participate), interdisciplinary study options, and extracurricular programs.
College Misericordia
Misericordia's Guaranteed Placement Program integrates academics, cocurricular activities, and internships to fully prepare students for employment. The College guarantees that if a student fulfills the requirements of the program and is not employed in his or her field or enrolled in graduate or professional school within 6 months of graduation, he or she is assured a paid internship.
College of Charleston
Students at the College of Charleston enjoy one of the most beautiful and historic campuses in the US. It is the oldest institution of higher education in South Carolina and the 13th-oldest in the nation. Specialized and personalized academic programs include an outstanding honors program, preprofessional programs, and national and international exchange programs. Web site: www.cofc.edu.
College of Mount St. Joseph
The College of Mount St. Joseph is a Catholic, liberal arts college that emphasizes values, integrity, and social responsibility. Graduates are encouraged to become successful professionals and critical thinkers and to lead ethical and civic-minded lives. The College is recognized for its high quality by several national publications, including U.S. News & World Report and The Templeton Guide: Colleges That Encourage Character Development.
College of Mount Saint Vincent
The College has 26 majors and 10 programs of study, including business, education, health sciences, and liberal arts. The CMSV internship program offers more than 500 opportunities annually within corporations in the New York metropolitan area. Internships are available in every major. World Wide Web: http://www.cmsv.edu.
The College of New Jersey
Comprehensive and mid-sized, The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is primarily an undergraduate and residential institution. The highly competitive College prepares students to excel in their chosen fields and aspires to be a national exemplar in the education of those who seek to advance the communities in which they live. Its exceptional students, teacher-scholars, and staff members are dedicated to free inquiry and open exchange.
College of Notre Dame of Maryland
The vision of the College of Notre Dame of Maryland as it charts its 2nd century is to become a learning community of excellence for the 21st-century woman. Excellence in learning means a liberal education that liberates minds, hearts, and spirits to think critically, communicate effectively, and develop holistically. Essential components of a Notre Dame education are the integration of a global perspective and the development of leadership skills.
College of Saint Benedict
Saint John's University, through its coordinate relationship with the College of Saint Benedict for women, offers the best features of both a coeducational and a men's college. While all classes, facilities, and social and cultural functions are shared, each campus maintains its own residence halls, student governments, and athletics. See full description of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University.
College of Saint Elizabeth
The College of Saint Elizabeth is a private women's college in the Catholic liberal arts tradition, located in suburban Morristown, New Jersey. Students learn in an environment focused on women in which high-quality teaching is a primary goal, along with the development of leadership in the spirit of service and social responsibility.
College of Staten Island of the City University of New York
The College of Staten Island/CUNY, a senior college, offers 11,000 students a state-of-the-art, picturesque 204-acre campus and a comprehensive range of bachelor's degrees and selected associate and master's degree programs in liberal arts and sciences, engineering science and physics, and such professional areas as business, education, nursing, and social work. For more information, students should visit the Web site (http://www.csi.cuny.edu).
The College of Wooster
Wooster encourages students to be active participants in their education. First-year seminars; small classes; internships; a required Independent Study (IS) program, which enables each student to work with a faculty mentor on a student-designed research project and which is supported by a new IS library with computer-ready study carrels for each senior; and the Copeland Fund, which allows students to travel or purchase relevant research materials, are central to the curriculum. Wooster also encourages students to be active in areas such as music, theater, student government, athletics, and community service organizations.
The Colorado College
Founded in 1874, Colorado College is a private, 4-year, coeducational college. Its 90-acre campus is located in downtown Colorado Springs (metro population 452,415) on the front range of the Rocky Mountains, 70 miles south of Denver. It employs an innovative one-course-at-a-time approach (the Block Plan) in structuring its traditional liberal arts and sciences curriculum.
Columbus College of Art and Design
The Joseph V. Canzani Center, opened in 1993, is the focal point of the 17-building campus and houses a large exhibition hall, an auditorium, and a library and resource center. A new student recreation center opened in 1996.
Concordia College
Ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a national liberal arts college, Concordia is distinctive as one of the largest in that group, offering more than 80 majors. The College is also noted for the friendliness of the student body and for both the safety and opportunities of a small city environment.
Concordia University
Concordia University, Portland, Oregon, an accredited 4-year Lutheran university, is committed to enlightening students to become competent, experienced, and ethical leaders in society. Degree programs in business, health and social services, theological studies, education, and arts and sciences offer the insights and skills that employers and graduate schools seek. Situated in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, Concordia University utilizes the educational, cultural, and recreational resources of this pristine and progressive region.
Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
Cooper Union awards full tuition scholarships to every registered student. The value of the scholarship is approximately $100,000 for 4 years. Cooper Union has been cited by U.S. News & World Report as the number one engineering school of its kind and as one of the most selective colleges in the country.
Cumberland College
Cumberland College is a 4-year, private, liberal arts college situated in the foothills of the Kentucky mountains. Founded in 1889, the College strives to provide a high-quality education at a reasonable cost while maintaining a strong commitment to the Christian values established by its founders.
Dalhousie University
Serving Canada and the international community, Dalhousie University has a worldwide reputation and offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. With an enrollment of 13,000, the University offers a unique combination of personal attention with a variety of programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. For further information about programs in the arts, social sciences, science, engineering, architecture, computer science, health professions, law, medicine, and dentistry, students should contact the Registrar's Office, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS Canada B3H 4H6 (e-mail: admissions@dal.ca; Web site: http://www.dal.ca).
David Lipscomb University
Founded in 1891, Lipscomb University is a distinctly Christian university with a sterling academic reputation. More than 100 major programs of study are offered. Lipscomb's 21st-century, campuswide fiber-optic network provides PC connections in every dorm room and many other locations for Internet access to resources worldwide.
Delaware Valley College
The distinctive DVC Employment Program gets results. All students complete 24 weeks of hands-on work in jobs related to their academic programs. This on-the-job learning expands resumes, exposes students to real-life work experience in their chosen fields, and allows employers to recognize students' skills and abilities--all before graduation.
Denison University
Denison University attracts motivated, well-rounded students from throughout the US and 30 other countries. Along with its new Environmental Studies Center, Denison's model Honors Program, exceptional collaborative research opportunities with faculty members, state-of-the-art science facilities, and a new recreation and athletics center provide its students with a challenging and enriching college experience.
DePauw University
DePauw provides its students with a traditional liberal arts education complemented by one of the largest per-capita student internship programs in the nation. Students also gain leadership experience through a wide range of extracurricular opportunities in small, self-governing living units; community service programs; student-run organizations; intercollegiate athletics; numerous productions and ensembles in the performing arts; and other organizations.
Dickinson State University
Dickinson State, with an enrollment of approximately 2,000 students, offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees. Programs include liberal arts and specialized programs in education, business, nursing, agriculture, and computer science. There is opportunity for preprofessional study and vocational training in selected areas as well.
Drew University
Drew is educating students to help shape the world of tomorrow. With its roots in the best traditions of the liberal arts, Drew blends inspired teaching on a technologically integrated campus with numerous opportunities for academic internships in nearby corporate headquarters and research centers. Drew's innovative international seminars program and semesters in New York on Wall Street and in the UN, for example, provide students with an understanding of the issues that affect a global society.
Drexel University
Drexel is a national leader in curricular innovation and cooperative education. Through Drexel Co-op-The Ultimate Internship, students alternate between periods of classroom study and paid professional employment. By the time they graduate, Drexel students have gained the experience needed to pursue the graduate school or career of their choice.
D'Youville College
The College offers a bachelor's degree in physician assistant studies. A 5-year combined bachelor's/master's degree is offered in physical therapy, occupational therapy, international business, nursing, and dietetics. These programs are direct entry, with no requirement to reapply for upper-division status. All dual-degree students pay undergraduate full-time tuition all 5 years.
Eastern College
Eastern College is a Christian college of the arts and sciences dedicated to equipping all students with the ability to make a difference in all areas of society. This is done through a curriculum firmly rooted in a Christian world view and faculty members and students who have a passionate desire to make a difference in the world. In response to recent and dramatic growth, Eastern has increased the size of its faculty, raised the percentage of faculty members with PhDs to 80 percent, improved campus facilities, and raised the standard of admission. Eastern is located near Philadelphia, one of America's educational centers, and is only 2 hours from Washington, D.C., and New York City.
Eastern Mennonite University
International education is a special mission of Eastern Mennonite University. The University's distinctive Global Village curriculum builds an outstanding liberal arts education on a foundation of Christian values and cross-cultural understanding. Every student engages in cross-cultural study in locations such as Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Russia, China, Africa, and an American Indian reservation.
Eastern Oregon University
Located in the northeast Oregon mountains, this 4-year liberal arts university charges in-state tuition to all undergraduates. Eastern offers 23 baccalaureate degree programs; groundbreaking faculty-student research; teacher preparation; preparatory programs for professional school study; BA, BS, and master's degrees; regional and global internships; and study abroad. Eastern emphasizes faculty-student interaction and research.
East Tennessee State University
East Tennessee State University serves 12,000 students in the beautiful mountain and lake region of northeast Tennessee. Programs are offered in arts and sciences, business, medicine, education, applied science and technology, public and allied health, and nursing. Extensive graduate study includes a master's in physical therapy. An astronomy observatory and a $28-million library recently opened. Unique programs include bluegrass music, Appalachian studies, storytelling, and computer animation.
Edgewood College
Edgewood College, which promotes personal challenges and professional success, is in an exciting period of fresh facilities, new faculty members, and a growing student body. Students are encouraged to visit by appointment or during one of the Edgewood Event days on campus in fall and spring. Students should call the Admissions Office at 800-444-4861.
Elizabethtown College
The College, founded in 1899, emphasizes the importance of a strong liberal arts background combined with preprofessional study. A dedicated faculty and a 12:1 student-faculty ratio promote mentoring relationships among students and the faculty. The 19 academic departments collectively offer 41 majors and more than 50 minors and concentrations. The campus community is made up of 1,630 students from 30 states and 25 other countries. Elizabethtown College emphasizes personal attenton and experiential learning. Elizabethtown encourages all interested students to visit the campus.
Elon University
Elon is a small, selective, private university located in central North Carolina. Elon specializes in the undergraduate student experience, offering 45 majors as well as exceptional programs in study abroad, undergraduate research, career preparation, service learning, and leadership. University-sized options and a campus well-known for its friendly atmosphere characterize Elon.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Embry-Riddle teaches science, theory, and business to meet all the demands of employers in the world of aviation and aerospace; the University's impact on the industry through its graduates is significant. Founded just 22 years after the Wright brothers first flew, Embry-Riddle students learn to solve problems in engineering, business, computer science, technology, maintenance, psychology, communication, and flight. Whatever field students choose, they learn from educators and practitioners who are on the leading edge.
Emerson College
Founded in 1880, Emerson is one of the premier colleges in the U.S. for studying communication and the performing arts. Located on Boston Common, there are 2,700 students participating in internships, study abroad, more than 50 student organizations and performance groups, 10 NCAA teams, student publications, and honor societies. More information can be found online at http://www.emerson.edu.
Emory & Henry College
Excellence is a long-standing tradition at Emory & Henry. Money magazine consistently ranks it among the top 100 college buys in the nation. U.S. News & World Report lists Emory & Henry among the top 5 regional liberal arts colleges in the South. In addition, Loren Pope, a college placement expert, claims in his book Colleges That Change Lives, that Emory & Henry doubles the talents of most of its students. Founded in 1836, the College offers small classes, a 14:1 student-faculty ratio, a wide range of academic programs, and a variety of student life activities in one of the nation's most beautiful settings.
Emory University
For information on Emory University's Oxford campus, please refer to Peterson's Guide to Colleges in the South. Oxford provides an intimate living-learning environment for students who want to begin their Emory education in a personalized setting with leadership opportunities. After completing the Oxford program, students automatically continue to Emory in Atlanta for their junior and senior years. See Oxford's Web site at http://www.emory.edu/OXFORD for additional information.
Eugene Bible College
Eugene Bible College's programs are designed to prepare students for Christian ministries or church vocations through a program of biblical, general, and professional studies. Whether students compete in athletics, perform in music groups, or minister in chapel, they will find opportunity to put their talents to work. Come discover EBC--the college with a view.
Eugene Lang College, New School University
Eugene Lang offers undergraduates a seminar style of learning that emphasizes interdisciplinary liberal arts courses in discussion-based classes of no more than 15 students. The internship program encourages students to extend their learning beyond the classroom. The Greenwich location means that all the cultural treasures of New York City--museums, theater, dance, and music--are at a student's doorstep.
Evangel University
Evangel, the national university of arts, sciences, and professions of the Assemblies of God, offers baccalaureate and master's degrees and is accredited by NCACS, NCATE, NASM, and CSWE. The mission of Evangel is to develop students academically, spiritually, emotionally, and culturally in a Christian atmosphere and to serve God and their fellow man in their chosen careers.
Fairleigh Dickinson University, Florham-Madison Campus
Fairleigh Dickinson University offers two uniquely different campuses in northern New Jersey, an international learning experience (including the option to attend FDU's own campus in England), and outstanding career development opportunities that take advantage of the University's proximity to New York City and New Jersey's corporate corridor.
Fisk University
Historic rehabilitation has overtaken the Fisk University campus. The recently restored Carnegie Building, originally built in 1908, features 3 state-of-the-art computer laboratories equipped with 44 PCs, 6 Sun Workstations, 1 Macintosh computer, and 12 dot-matrix and laser printers. All 3 labs are completely networked so that students may access a LAN and the Internet. A primary facility for the computer science and mathematics programs, the labs are also available for general University use and student and faculty research. New undergraduate studies include the women's and gender studies program and a concentration in materials science as part of a BS in physics.
Five Towns College
Five Towns College offers 2-year, 4-year, and master's degree programs. Students may select from more than 30 different majors, including audio recording technology, music business, jazz/commercial music, music teacher education, and film/video. New programs include broadcasting, telecommunications, dramatic arts, and literature. The College is accredited by the Middle States Association and the New York State Board of Regents.
Flagler College
Size, cost, location, and excellent academics are the characteristics most often cited by students in their decision to enroll at Flagler. Interested students are encouraged to visit historic St. Augustine and to learn how Flagler offers high-quality education in a beautiful setting at a reasonable cost. The cost of tuition, room, and board for the 2000-01 year is just $10,230.
Fordham University
Fordham, an independent institution offering an education based on the Jesuit tradition, has 2 major campuses in New York City. The Rose Hill campus is set on 85 acres and is the largest green campus in New York City. The Lincoln Center campus, with a new 20-story residence hall, is located in the heart of midtown Manhattan.
Framingham State College
Framingham State College announces the September 2000 opening of its new Athletic and Recreation Center. The center will house a 2-court gymnasium, a fitness/cardiovascular area, multipurpose studios, and training-room and locker-room facilities.
Franciscan University of Steubenville
Described by the John Templeton Foundation as a liberal arts school where faith and reason are allies, not enemies, Franciscan University of Steubenville has also been included in the U.S. News & World Report college guide and Barron's Best Buys in College Education. Rigorous academics complemented by dynamic Catholic spirituality create an exciting intellectual and faith community. A residence hall household system, an extensive intramural sports program, and an Austrian study-abroad program enhance the Franciscan University experience.
Franklin College of Indiana
A Franklin College education combines traditional liberal arts learning with career-oriented preparation in order to create a solid foundation for lifelong leadership skills and professional success. The College's nationally recognized Leadership and Professional Development Programs are distinguishing features of the Franklin curriculum and serve as proof of their commitment to developing students' broad-based communication, professional, and problem-solving skills. Students are offered a wide variety of diverse opportunities for creative learning and benefit from the small class sizes and personalized relationships with the faculty.
Franklin College Switzerland
Franklin College is a 4-year, coeducational, residential American liberal arts college located in southern Switzerland and specializing in international studies. Students from more than 50 countries attend. Semester and Year Abroad students are welcome. Summer sessions are offered May-July. Every semester, students take faculty-led Academic Travel trips to destinations worldwide.
Gannon University
At Gannon, students can custom-tailor their education to meet their specific personal, educational, and professional goals for the new millennium. Students can enrich their education with co-ops and internships, honors courses, service learning projects, and campus ministry. At Gannon, students find "the Right Place"--personally, academically, professionally, socially, and spiritually.
Geneva College
Geneva College is a Christian coeducational liberal arts college whose purpose is to develop servant-leaders. Geneva offers more than 30 undergraduate majors. Innovative offerings include Master of Arts degree programs in professional psychology, higher education, and business; a Master of Science degree in organizational leadership; and an accelerated adult degree-completion program in which students who qualify can transfer 2 years of credit and can earn a bachelor's degree in only 15 months. Cultural diversity in the student body, faculty, and staff is a priority; applications from members of minority groups are especially sought.
George Fox University
George Fox University enjoys a national reputation for academic excellence. Innovative programs such as Juniors Abroad and Computers Across the Curriculum, and facilities such as the new $5.3-million science center, enhance the students' experiences as they pursue their education within an atmosphere of Christian faith.
Georgetown University
The School of Nursing & Health Studies offers a program committed to values and education in the Jesuit tradition. Opportunities for study include the Bachelor or Science degree in nursing or health studies. Students at the School have a chance to study abroad as well as at some of the nation's most prestigious health-care centers.
Georgian Court College
Georgian Court College is a Catholic comprehensive college with a strong liberal arts core and special concern for women. Founded in 1908 and sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, it offers 21 majors in the liberal arts and sciences and 3 professional studies majors. The Department of Art offers a BFA degree, with majors in general fine arts and graphic design/illustration. The Department of Business Administration, Accounting and Economics is accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs. The Department of Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Glenville State College
Glenville State is a small state-assisted college in central West Virginia. Major academic emphasis is on traditional 4-year baccalaureate degree programs such as education, behavioral science, and business administration. Glenville State also offers highly successful associate-level programs in a variety of fields, including its nationally accredited forestry program. The campus is student-centered, in a safe, rural environment.
Goldey-Beacom College
Goldey-Beacom is a small, private, nationally accredited college offering challenging undergraduate degrees in business as well as a master's in business administration. The College is known for dedicated faculty members, small class size, and individual attention and is recognized regionally as a leader in the business field. Apartment-style housing is available on the safe, suburban campus located 15 minutes from downtown Wilmington.
Gonzaga University
Gonzaga's nationally dominant debate team, exceptional medical school acceptance rate, and CPA examination pass rates exemplify Gonzaga's commitment to academic excellence. Outstanding facilities supporting these programs include Foley Center Library, featuring 782,000 volumes and microform titles, Jundt Art Center and Museum, and Gonzaga's new School of Law building, completed in spring of 2000.
Grace College
Grace College is a 4-year Christian liberal arts college that applies biblical values in strengthening character, sharpening competence, and preparing for service. Students learn how they can have an effective ministry in any career, from business and education to graphic design and social work. Every year, hundreds of Grace students volunteer in ministries on campus and in the community. Grace seeks to equip students to make a positive impact on their world today and in the future.
Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon University is among a very select group included in the Student's Guide to America's 100 Best College Buys. U.S. News & World Report continues to rank Grand Canyon in the top Western liberal arts colleges. In addition, Grand Canyon is included in the Honor Roll for Character Building Colleges.
Grinnell College
The core elements of a Grinnell College education are anchored in one-on-one interactions between students and faculty members committed to teaching. Grinnell has a rigorous academic and diverse extracurricular program. Students develop the intellectual, professional, and social characteristics that support a lifetime of personal achievement and social responsibility.
Grove City College
Grove City College has won national acclaim for strong academics, Christian values, and a surprising tuition. Its humanities and social sciences emphasize classic books and great thinkers proved across the ages to be of value in the quest for knowledge; its excellent professional studies programs include mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering programs, which are accredited by the engineering accreditation commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. Included in its cost of education, the Grove City College Information Technology Initiative distributes color notebook computers and printers to every freshman.
Gustavus Adolphus College
Additions to the 340-acre campus include an international education center and residence hall, a 9-lane outdoor track with access to an indoor track facility, an international soccer field, Campus Center housing, the Market Place and Courtyard Caf, a diversity center, a student activities and ticket office, a bookstore, a health center, and student organization offices.
Gwynedd-Mercy College
Gwynedd-Mercy combines strong academic programs with extensive opportunities for students to gain practical experience through internships, co-ops, and clinicals. With pass rates on national examinations of more than 95%, students are prepared to enter the workforce of the 21st century. The College has affiliations with more than 200 health-care organizations, businesses, and school districts.
Hampshire College
Hampshire College's bold, innovative approach to the liberal arts creates an academic atmosphere that energizes students to work hard and grow tremendously, both personally and intellectually. Students have the freedom to design an individualized course of study in a graduate school-like environment, culminating in original final projects such as science or social science research, academic study, or a body of work in writing, performing, visual, or media arts. Students work closely with faculty mentors, often integrating different disciplines. Independent thinking is expected. Hampshire students and faculty agree: if what a student loves is incorporated into his or her education, the student will love his or her education.
Hanover College
Hanover College, the oldest private college in Indiana, offers a classic liberal arts education in a value-based environment. Nestled among 650 acres overlooking the Ohio River, Hanover is home to 1,140 students from 38 states and 23 countries who want a varied, individually challenging college experience. Hanover has been consistently ranked as one of the best buys among private liberal arts colleges in the nation.
Harding University
Located in the beautiful foothills of the Ozark Mountains, Harding is one of America's more highly regarded private universities. At Harding, students build lifetime friendships and, upon graduation, are highly recruited. Harding's Christian environment and challenging academic program develop students who can compete and succeed.
Hawaii Pacific University
For the 20th straight year, Hawaii Pacific University has seen an increase in its fall enrollment. Students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries chose HPU to live and learn. Also, HPU will be celebrating its 30th anniversary in September 2000.
Hilbert College
Hilbert College's pioneering Economic Crime Investigation degree is one of the few baccalaureate programs in the country that offers students career education in the fields of computer investigation and forensic accounting. Through a new grant, the College has the unique distinction of being able to offer undergraduate students the opportunity to do psychological studies in its new research lab.
Hiram College
Each of Hiram's 15-week semesters is divided into 12- and 3-week terms. During the 3-week terms, students take only 1 course. Hiram supplements classroom study through an extensive study-abroad program. More than 50 percent of students participate, with all courses taught by Hiram faculty members. Hiram opened a $7.2-million library in 1995, and the new $6.2-million Esther and Carl Gerstacker Science Hall opened in January 2000.
Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Hobart and William Smith Colleges are dedicated to providing a liberal arts education that is not merely informative but also transformative, by emphasizing ideals as well as knowledge. In other words, they are committed to nurturing the whole person not just the academic student. To achieve this goal, HWS melds an interdisciplinary curriculum with a world view of learning, the highlights of which are an extensive and vibrant study-abroad program; local, national, and global internships; and a strong community service component.
Hofstra University
Founded in 1935, Hofstra University has grown to be recognized both nationally and internationally for its resources, academic offerings, accreditations, conferences, and cultural events. Hofstra's undergraduate education places great emphasis on the role of the student in the life of the University. Hofstra also offers graduate programs in business, education, liberal arts, and law. Students have easy access to the theater and cultural life of New York City, yet have a learning environment on Long Island on a 240-acre campus that is also an accredited arboretum and museum.
Houghton College
Houghton College is a selective Christian liberal arts college of more than 1,200 undergraduates. Located on 1,300 acres in western New York, the College attracts talented students from around the world. Small classes in a traditional liberal arts curriculum of 49 majors and programs characterize Houghton's academic life. More than 90 percent of students receive financial aid.
Huntington College
Huntington College is all about academic leadership and Christian maturity. Since 1897, Huntington has been educating men and women to impact the world for Christ. Huntington offers more than 50 areas of study, including nationally recognized programs in youth ministry and theater. Huntington is ranked as a top 20 Midwest Liberal Arts College by U.S. News & World Report.
Idaho State University
Located in a beautiful mountain valley, ISU is a comprehensive university granting certificates through doctoral degrees in a wide range of programs. It is recognized in the state as a center for health professions and supporting sciences as well as for educator preparation. ISU also emphasizes business, engineering, and the liberal arts and has the largest vocational-technical school in Idaho.
Illinois Institute of Technology
IIT is a private, urban, research, PhD-granting university providing small class size, hands-on projects, undergraduate research, co-op learning, combined degree programs, and a distinguished faculty. Program offerings include architecture, engineering, computers, science, premed, and prelaw. IIT offers substantial need-based and merit-based scholarship programs. Job placement rates for graduates are over 90%.
Immaculata College
Immaculata College, The University Within a CollegeßÑ, is a Catholic, comprehensive, liberal arts college dedicated to educating women of all faiths. Founded in 1920, Immaculata has grown to more than 3,000. Immaculata is composed of three areas: the Women's College, the College of Lifelong Learning, and the Graduate Division. Approximately 400 women attend the Women's College; 85% live in campus housing. The evening division includes graduate and undergraduate programs that are open to both men and women. The College is located 20 miles west of Philadelphia.
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
IUP has one of the largest student internship programs in Pennsylvania. More than 50% of its students participate in experiential and cooperative education and student teaching programs prior to graduation. Many graduates are offered a selection of positions by the companies that sponsor their internships. Employers are becoming more interested in graduates who have completed a supervised experience.
Indiana Wesleyan University
Independent, religious, comprehensive coed institution founded in 1920. Awards associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees. Setting: 150-acre small-town campus with easy access to Indianapolis and Fort Wayne. Total enrollment is 6,908. Undergraduate faculty--159 (105 full-time, 54 part-time); student-to-undergraduate faculty ratio is 17:1. Graduate and professional fields: business administration (on line), business administration and management, counseling, education, ministry, and nursing: community, health, and primary care.
Iona College
Founded in 1940, Iona College is dedicated to personal teaching in the tradition of American Catholic higher education and the Christian Brothers. The College endeavors to develop informed, critical, and responsible individuals who are equipped to participate actively in culture and society. At Iona College, students are the first priority.
Jewish Theological Seminary of America
Two undergraduate degrees can be earned in dual-degree programs: one in Jewish studies from List College, the Seminary's undergraduate school, the other in any liberal arts major at Columbia University or Barnard College. Majors at List include Bible, Jewish history, Jewish music, literature or philosophy, Midrash, and Talmud. Honors Program and study in Israel available. Coed residential campus. Access to vast cultural activities of New York City.
John Carroll University
From the east side of Cleveland to the Far East, in fall 1998, John Carroll University implemented an undergraduate study program with the Beijing Institute of Language and Culture in Beijing, China. This program offers an exceptional opportunity for students to study in the largest country in the world and gain exposure to its rich cultural heritage.
Johns Hopkins University
Since its founding in 1876 as America's first great research university, Johns Hopkins University has been attracting brilliant thinkers. Johns Hopkins puts the power of education directly into the hands of students through opportunities to engage with professors and peers in the areas of humanities, social and behavioral sciences, engineering, and natural sciences. This, combined with a small undergraduate enrollment, affords unparalleled exposure to creative investigation and discovery beginning in the freshman year.
Johnson C. Smith University
Johnson C. Smith University is committed to maintaining its rich liberal arts heritage while concurrently developing new programs that are responsive to the needs of society, including infusing technology into the curriculum through the IBM ThinkPad Initiative and developing programs that focus on banking and finance, computer science, and computer engineering.
Johnson State College
Some people come to Johnson wanting to change the world. Others come not knowing what they want. Every student brings a different dream. All are welcomed and warmly received to a wealth of academic opportunities. At Johnson State College, it is called Education by Engagement--getting involved with the world and putting ideas into practice.
Jones International University
As the first fully online accredited university, Jones International University (JIU) offers credit and noncredit courses, and certificate and undergraduate and graduate degree programs completely online. To learn more about JIU's content-rich, highly focused programs, visit the Web site (www.jonesinternational.edu) or call 800-811-5663 (toll-free).
Judson College
Judson College, an evangelical Christian college of the liberal arts, sciences, and professions, emphasizes the integration of faith and learning, theory and practice. Judson is a caring community where faculty and staff members seek to facilitate each student's growth in all areas of life while equipping them for their careers, family life, and service to the community and church.
Juniata College
Students who welcome academic challenges and are ready to discover who they are and what they are capable of should consider Juniata College. The College's traditions include excellence in academics, small classes, a close-knit community, and many surprises, like Mountain Day.
Kean University
Kean University offers its diverse student body personal attention and a wide variety of academic disciplines. The Center for New Students helps entering students adjust to the college experience. Nationally known for its innovative educational initiatives, Kean continues to prepare its students for success in the 21st century.
Keene State College
Keene State College, a public institution grounded in the liberal arts, offers programs in 35 academic areas. The campus, with 21st-century technology housed in traditional ivy-covered brick buildings, is located in the Monadnock Region of southwestern New Hampshire. KSC has an enrollment of 4,700 full- and part-time students.
Kendall College of Art and Design
Kendall was founded as a living memorial to one of America's most renowned and innovative furniture designers. David Wolcott Kendall was considered truly avant-garde in arts education. The College today continues to push the envelope, offering leading-edge professional programs that blur the distinction between making art and making a living.
Kettering University
Kettering University (formerly GMI Engineering & Management Institute) will jump-start your career in engineering, math, applied sciences, or business. With our renowned professional co-op program, students alternate 12-week class terms with 12-week paid work experience terms with one of more than 750 corporate employers. Ninety-nine of seniors receive job offers or are accepted by graduate schools before they receive their diplomas. Kettering University provides education for the real world.
King's College
King's College is a Catholic liberal arts college founded more than 50 years ago by the Holy Cross Fathers of the University of Notre Dame. The William G. McGowan School of Business and the College of Arts and Sciences offer 37 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in education, finance, and health-care administration and a 5-year physician assistant program. Of King's alumni, 99% are employed or attend graduate school within 6 months after graduation, and more than 85% of King's students receive financial aid.
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown University has completed the following projects recently to enhance the quality of student life: the University dining hall has a new, modern addition, and the student union has been expanded and modernized; a new addition doubles the size of Rohrbach Library and provides more modern, functional, and comfortable areas and more than 500 personal computer links; all residence hall rooms are now wired for Internet usage, and new multistation computer labs have been opened in buildings across the campus.
Laboratory Institute of Merchandising
A private, Middle States-accredited 4-year college offering bachelor's and associate degrees in fashion merchandising, marketing, and visual merchandising. Distinctive educational opportunity through a combination of academics and industry work-study/co-ops. Prepares students for careers in fashion marketing, buying, product development, retail management, production, cosmetics, magazines, and more. Experience broadened by weekly field trips and guest lectures. Campus setting is in the finest area of New York City near business, fashion, and cultural centers. Summer sessions available for high school and college students.
Lancaster Bible College
LBC is a nondenominational Bible college offering BS or AS degrees. Programs prepare students for Christian careers in Christian education, computer ministries, counseling, educationßBible, Bible music, early childhood and elementary education, missions, music, pastoral studies, secretarial studies, vocational technology, and youth ministry. New programs include women's ministries, guidance counseling/Bible, and physical education/Bible. Two 1-year certificate programs are available. Graduate study is also available.
Lasell College
The Lasell Plan of Education is distinguished by a philosophy called connected learning. In connected learning, students practice classroom theory in practical settings. In addition to off-campus internship sites, students gain practical experience in on-campus labs, which include 2 renowned child-study centers, a state-of-the-art business technology center, travel agency, bed and breakfast, fashion design and merchandising center, allied health labs, CADD lab, and an art center.
Lawrence University
Lawrence is committed to development of intellect and talent, acquisition of knowledge and understanding, and cultivation of judgment and values. Research opportunities and independent study with faculty members, an academic honor code, a conservatory of music, a freshman seminar that focuses on developing communication and analysis skills, and weekend retreats to the college's 400-acre estate on Lake Michigan are among the programs that contribute to "the Lawrence Difference."
Lehigh University
Lehigh combines a small liberal arts college experience with the strength of a major university. It offers more than 110 majors and minors in 4 colleges. Students and faculty members work closely on hands-on projects and interdisciplinary study. Top undergraduates can receive a 5th year of study tuition-free. The Zoellner Arts Center showcases a dynamic arts program. Alumni and friends create an experience that lasts a lifetime.
Le Moyne College
Le Moyne is a comprehensive liberal arts college, nationally recognized for quality and value, founded in the Jesuit tradition of academic excellence. That powerful tradition, present in the College's strong academic programs, caring faculty members, and reassuring Jesuit presence, emphasizes developing students' abilities to think clearly and communicate well and prepares them for life.
Lenoir-Rhyne College
Lenoir-Rhyne College is proud to provide an outstanding program for hearing-impaired students. Each year, more than 20 hearing-impaired students are totally integrated into the academic and social life of the campus. Notetakers and interpreters, as well as tutors and counseling services, are provided for all students.
Lesley University
Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Lesley's undergraduate Women's College offers professional programs in the areas of Education, Human Services, and Management. An education at Lesley combines theoretical and practical approaches to learning, blending a strong liberal arts foundation with solid professional preparation. Field exposure begins freshman year and complements classroom instruction throughout the undergraduate program.
LeTourneau University
At LeTourneau, solutions are a specialty. Nationally recognized programs, from engineering and aeronautical science to education and business, focus on ingenuity and problem solving. Everything is also solidly founded in the ageless principles of God's Word. At LeTourneau, "Faith brings us together. Ingenuity sets us apart."
Lewis & Clark College
Lewis & Clark combines a solid foundation in the liberal arts and sciences with a reputation as a national college with a global reach. Students come from 50 states and 34 countries. More than 50% participate in overseas and off-campus study programs. Portland provides many internship and community service opportunities. Lewis & Clark also offers one of the top-rated outdoors programs in the country.
Lewis University
Lewis University offers bachelor's degrees in 60 majors as well as graduate programs in business administration, counseling psychology, criminal/social justice, education, leadership studies, nursing, and school guidance and counseling. A Christian Brothers University, Lewis is located in Romeoville, Illinois, just 35 minutes from Chicago on the interstate highways. Lewis has a widely recognized aviation program and an airport adjacent to the main campus.
Limestone College
Founded in 1845, Limestone is a private, coeducational liberal arts college that maintains a small student body and a well-qualified faculty, creating an atmosphere that assures intellectual, social, ethical, and physical development of students. With a student-faculty ratio of 11:1, Limestone provides the individual attention often lacking in larger institutions.
Linfield College
Linfield College, tracing its roots back to 1849, is an independent, 4-year institution nationally recognized for its strong teaching faculty, outstanding science programs, and extensive study-abroad opportunities. Nearly 50 percent of graduating students have spent a January term, a semester, or an academic year in another country. Linfield is located in the heart of the Willamette Valley.
Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania
Lock Haven University pursues a special mission in international education that features diverse student-faculty exchanges and overseas student teaching. Students from all majors have an opportunity to participate in an exchange program during any year of study in Australia, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Croatia, England, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Morocco, Poland, Russia, Scotland, Spain, Taiwan, Tunisia, or Ukraine.
Long Island University, Southampton College, Friends World Program
Friends World is committed to global education for social change. With dedicated faculty members at all 8 of the international centers, FW offers a truly unique college experience. In 1991, the academic programs of Friends World College were affiliated with Long Island University and became Friends World Program. See Long Island University, Friends World Program, in the In-Depth Descriptions section of this guide.
Louisiana Tech University
Louisiana Tech University is known for high graduation rates, entrance exam scores, and overall academic quality. Quarter terms provide flexible scheduling. Family atmosphere enhances creativity and opportunity for participation in the many student organizations.
Loyola University New Orleans
As Loyola builds for the future, physical evidence around campus points to a university on the move. The new 150,000-square-foot library has more than 630 simultaneous computer links as well as a media center, a visual arts center, and the Lindy Boggs National Center for Community Literacy. A new 7-story, 327-bed residence hall was completed in summer 1999.
Lynn University
The University, ideally located between Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale, enrolls approximately 2,000 students. The faculty-student ratio of 1:19 provides an academic environment in which the well-being and development of the individual are assured. The University currently hosts students from 38 states and 73 nations, creating a community in which each student is provided with a rich multicultural experience and global awareness.
Lyon College
The University, ideally located between Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale, enrolls approximately 2,000 students. The faculty-student ratio of 1:19 provides an academic environment in which the well-being and development of the individual are assured. The University currently hosts students from 38 states and 73 nations, creating a community in which each student is provided with a rich multicultural experience and global awareness.
Maine Maritime Academy
Maine Maritime is a college awarding associate and bachelor's degrees in marine engineering, marine transportation, ocean studies, international business, and logistics. A 500-foot training ship, a fleet of 90 vessels, annual cruises, high-tech simulation, 4 USCG licenses. Telephone: 800-464-6565 (toll-free, in-state); 800-227-8465 (toll-free, out-of-state). Web site: http://www.mainemaritime.edu.
Malone College
Malone College is a Christian college for the arts, sciences, and professions. It is committed to offering an education of the highest quality in a setting that encourages a solid devotion to God. The combination of strong academics, great location, and spiritual development make Malone an attractive and challenging opportunity for students.
Manchester College
A current student describes Manchester College as a great place for students who hold strong values and seek a better world. Combining the liberal arts and career preparation creates a foundation of critical skills and sound scholarship. Graduates leave with both abilities and convictions and are ready and able to make a difference with their lives.
Manhattan College
Radiation therapy is commonly used in hospitals to help cancer patients and ease pain in others. The program at Manhattan College includes 24 credits of clinical internship courses, equal to about 275 days in a Radiation Therapy Department in 1 of 8 hospitals, such as New York University Hospital, St. Vincent's Hospital, and Westchester Medical Center.
Manhattanville College
Manhattanville College, founded in 1841, is a private, coeducational, 4-year, comprehensive liberal arts institution. Located in scenic Westchester County, NY, approximately 30 minutes northeast of New York City. The College offers more than 30 academic areas of concentration. An active social life involves nearly 50 student organizations, 18 Division III varsity teams, intramurals, and sports clubs to choose from.
Mannes College of Music, New School University
The Mannes College of Music, a division of the New School for Social Research, is a degree-granting music conservatory with majors in all orchestral instruments, voice and opera, piano, guitar, historical performance, conducting, composition, and theory. Dormitory housing and scholarships are available. Distinguished by small enrollment, a world-class faculty, and internationally acclaimed curriculum.
Mansfield University of Pennsylvania
Mansfield University students enjoy a private school environment at a public school price. A small university in the scenic mountains of north-central Pennsylvania, Mansfield prepares students seeking their first employment or graduate school. Mansfield offers more than 80 high-quality programs of study in the liberal arts tradition. Classes are small, and the learning experience is personalized. A new, technologically advanced library opened in 1996.
Marian College of Fond du Lac
Marian College distinguishes itself from other institutions with extensive clinical, internship, and cooperative education experiences. As a result of these experiences, students develop the knowledge and skills necessary to be competent and marketable in their chosen fields. In fact, 97 percent of Marian graduates find employment or enter graduate schools of their choice. Marian students enjoy the benefits of a truly personal education and make their home away from home in unique housing options, including residence halls, townhouses, and courtyard suites.
Marietta College
Tracing its roots to 1797 and the first US frontier, Marietta is among the oldest colleges in the country. Today's students, from freshman year to their Senior Capstone project, gain a substantial foundation in the liberal arts. Marietta students may take advantage of extensive relationships with China's universities and prepare for leadership positions through the distinctively comprehensive McDonough Leadership Program.
Marist College
Marist is a small college with a national reputation for excellence in education. The College's focus on technology in the educational experience provides students with today's most advanced learning tools. The fully networked campus includes a voice and data telecommunications system that extends to all areas of the College--and the world--through the Internet and the World Wide Web. Students enjoy a curriculum that provides for dual majors, a major and minor option, extensive internship opportunities, and exceptional international study options. The Honors Program and special academic advising services, open to all majors, allow students to enjoy a challenging and fulfilling educational experience.
Marymount College
Marymount College, a pioneer in women's education for more than 90 years, is an independent liberal arts college in the Catholic tradition. Through career development, internships, study-abroad programs, and more than 30 majors, Marymount equips and empowers women to achieve their full potential in a rapidly changing world. Conveniently located just 25 miles north of New York City, students enjoy rich cultural, intellectual, and professional offerings while living in a safe, suburban atmosphere.
Marymount Manhattan College
Marymount offers a bachelor's degree program in international business communications with Ecole Franccaise des Attaches de Presse (EFAP), Europe's largest communications school. EFAP-MMC integrates Marymount's liberal arts curriculum with EFAP's knowledge of cross-cultural public relations. Marymount Manhattan offers a combined BS/MBA degree with St. John's University; after 5 years of study at MMC, students not only have an undergraduate degree in business management or accounting but also a Master of Business Administration degree.
Marymount University
Marymount is a comprehensive, coeducational Catholic university that emphasizes excellence in teaching, attention to the individual, and values and ethics across the curriculum. The University offers 38 undergraduate majors and 25 graduate degree programs. It serves approximately 2,100 undergraduate and 1,600 graduate students. With its main campus in Arlington, Virginia, Marymount University is just minutes from the resources of Washington, DC.
Maryville University of Saint Louis
Outstanding programs in actuarial science, interior design, music therapy, physical therapy, and teacher education prepare students for rewarding careers. Business majors enhance their studies with cooperative education experiences at corporate headquarters at the Maryville Centre. Maryville provides an extensive program of academic scholarships for students with outstanding high school records.
Marywood University
Building on its tradition of preparing students from around the world to be successful in professional life and to contribute to the welfare and happiness of others, Marywood continues to strengthen and expand its undergraduate and graduate programs in the arts and sciences. Using its attractive 115-acre campus in northeastern Pennsylvania creatively, Marywood continues to expand its facilities with a new Studio Arts Center and the Center for Graduate and Professional Studies. Marywood is committed to a remarkable scholarship/grant program.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
North Adams State College changed its name to Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts to officially recognize the institution's liberal arts character. With this new designation, Massachusetts College joins the 2 other specialized institutions in the public sector (Massachusetts College of Art and Massachusetts Maritime Academy) in providing a distinctive educational experience.
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
An 8-story, 280,000-square-foot facility was completed in 1996. Connected to the White Building by an atrium, the Fennell-Iorio Wing houses a residence hall, dining commons, sophisticated research facilities, laboratories, offices, and classrooms. MCPHS offers the following programs: PharmD, 6 years; MS in physician assistant studies (6 years); BS in chemistry, health psychology, health communications, premed and health studies, pharmaceutical sciences, radiological sciences; and a completion program for RN to BSN and MSN.
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
Engineering, international business, transportation and environmental science are all majors at Massachusetts Maritime Academy. The semester at sea takes students on an international odyssey to more than a dozen countries. Paid cooperatives and internships provide the opportunity to learn and earn, while a regimented lifestyle prepares students to lead in industry or the US armed services. Web site: www.mma.mass.edu.
Mayville State University
Technology is everywhere at Mayville State. All students receive a notebook computer, with Internet access in classrooms, the library, residence hall rooms, and off campus. A small, personable campus, MSU offers a high-tech liberal arts education. Its teacher education programs are nationally recognized. MSU partners with Great Plains Software to offer an information technology track in business and CIS with internships.
Medaille College
Medaille is a small private college that offers 16 distinctive academic programs, each designed to help students realize their potential in their personal and professional lives. Degree programs allow students ample opportunity to customize course work through required internships, starting as early as the sophomore year. A Medaille education provides students with skills that are both fulfilling and highly valued by employers.
Memphis College of Art
For more than half a century, Memphis College of Art has been a small, distinctive community of artists. Students of diverse backgrounds work together in the shared pursuit of a challenging professional education in the visual arts. The College is situated in 340-acre Overton Park in midtown Memphis. Students have access to excellent equipment--from looms and presses to the latest in computer technology. Degrees are offered in both fine arts and applied arts.
Mercyhurst College
Mercyhurst emphasizes the role of the liberal arts as a basis for sound career preparation and many other life objectives. With this balance in mind, the College supports a wide range of programs. Mercyhurst College strives constantly to remain distinctive in the choice of its academic offerings. For additional information, students should call 814-824-2202 or 800-825-1926 (toll-free) or visit the Web site (www.mercyhurst.edu).
Merrimack College
Merrimack College recently completed a number of ventures that further enhance the quality of life at the College. Two new majors--communication studies and digital media/graphic design--add to the extensive offerings in the Liberal Arts, Business, Science, and Engineering Schools. With renovations in technology to all classrooms and residence halls, a 1999 opening of the Rogers Center for the Performing Arts, and completion of the Campus Center in January 2001, Merrimack is experiencing a growth to match the enthusiasm of students, alumni, and community alike to become active members in the College.
MidAmerica Nazarene University
MidAmerica is a comprehensive, Christian liberal arts university committed to transforming students for a life of service to God, their country, and their world. The University offers undergraduate and graduate degrees with 39 majors in such areas as business, education, nursing, psychology, and criminal justice. The University is located just 20 miles from Kansas City.
Midland Lutheran College
Midland's Anderson Complex, dedicated in 1985, houses modern facilities for business, education, humanities, journalism, and nursing. Classrooms, laboratories, and faculty offices make this building a campus landmark. Computer facilities are available for student use throughout the campus. A 15:1 student-faculty ratio promotes personal attention for individual students.
Mills College
Why Mills? Why a women's college? Because since half of the College's professors are women (not the case at coeducational institutions), students have successful role models in every field. And all of Mills' undergraduate resources are committed to women. When women graduate from Mills, they know they can succeed. That confidence makes all the difference.
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Located in a culturally supportive city, the Minneapolis College of Art and Design offers a rigorous BFA curriculum that teaches students to think conceptually and creatively and to explore various techniques and technology. In addition, MCAD also offers a BS in visualization, which offers course work in visual persuasion and information techniques. MCAD's facilities are extensive and include individual studio spaces, state-of-the-art computer and media areas, and student galleries.
Mississippi College
Founded in 1826 and located in Clinton, Mississippi College is the state's oldest institution of higher learning and the second-oldest Baptist university in the nation. With an undergraduate enrollment of more than 2,400, Mississippi College is also the largest private university in the state. At Mississippi College, 175 years of tradition blends with state-of-the-art technology to provide a 4-year liberal arts education of unrivaled quality.
Missouri Western State College
Missouri Western State College affords quality instruction in a wide range of programs, reasonable costs, scholarships, and a well-rounded college experience. A friendly, personal atmosphere pervades classroom and campus. The College serves a 4-state area and attracts students nationwide. Its small student-faculty ratio allows hands-on emphasis in all academic areas.
Moore College of Art and Design
Moore College of Art and Design, the only fully accredited visual arts college for women in the country, grants BFA degrees in 9 fine and professional arts disciplines. Moore offers small classes taught by practicing artists, designers, and liberal arts scholars, with an emphasis on preparing women for careers in the visual arts.
Morningside College
Morningside College offers a total experience: students develop various dimensions of themselves through the liberal arts core curriculum, a complete range of majors, internships, independent study, and career and graduate school advising services. Within 6 months of graduation, more than 98% of the students are employed or admitted to graduate school. Merit scholarships for thinkers, doers, and those connected to alumni, the region, or the United Methodist Church are offered. Resident students receive a free personal computer with access to e-mail, the Internet, and the online library catalog.
Mount Aloysius College
Mount Aloysius College offers merit scholarships that are renewable annually and valued up to $5000. Baccalaureate and associate degrees and certificate programs are offered. All students at Mount Aloysius College receive a broad-based liberal arts education. Committed to excellence, the faculty and staff provide personalized attention.
Mount St. Clare College
Mount St. Clare College holds an annual academic scholarship competition in February. At stake are renewable scholarships that range from $1500 to full tuition in 20 academic areas: accounting, athletic administration, biology, business administration, computer information systems, cytotechnology, education (elementary and secondary), environmental studies, health-care management, journalism, literature, mathematics, music, pre-medical studies, pre-physical therapy, prelaw, psychology, social science, the Spanish language, and visual arts.
Mount Saint Mary's College and Seminary
The Mount has expanded the concentrations in the business administration major to include sports management as well as finance, international business, management, and marketing. The sports management concentration includes courses in sport history, marketing, economics, and a required internship in the field. More than one third of Mount students enhance their majors with internships and study abroad programs. The Mount is proud to award academic scholarships ranging from $5000 to more than $17,000 per year for qualified students.
Mount Union College
There are numerous international education opportunities at Mount Union College. In addition to the cultural interaction with students from about 20 countries who study at the College, many students take advantage of the study-abroad program. The College makes grants available for study overseas, regardless of the student's major.
Muhlenberg College
"Friendly" and "challenging" are the words that students use most often to describe Muhlenberg. The educational experience is active and hands-on, with small classes and easy access to faculty members. Internships, field study, study abroad, and a Washington Semester supplement traditional classroom experiences. Students are able to analyze and think critically as well as effectively express themselves in person and in writing--the most prized outcomes of a Muhlenberg education.
Newberry College
Newberry College has the only bachelor's-level veterinary technology program in the southeastern US, an innovative general honors program, a communications program with a television studio and Internet radio studio, a major in sports management, a professional writing and editing minor, exceptional teacher education and music programs, a beautiful campus, small classes, strong athletic programs, and a family-like environment.
Newbury College
Just minutes from Boston, Newbury College features an ideal collegiate setting in a safe, elite neighborhood with easy access to public transportation. Majors are offered within the School of Arts, Science & Technology; the School of Business & Management; the School of Health Professions; and the Program in Culinary Arts.
New College of the University of South Florida
New College offers serious students the opportunity to pursue rigorous academic study in an environment designed to promote depth in thinking, free exchange of ideas, and highly individualized interaction with faculty members. Study is focused in the liberal arts and sciences and is highly accelerated and independent.
Southern New Hampshire University
New Hampshire College (NHC) is where the world comes to mind. It is a college that is enhanced by growth and response to the changing times; a private institution that offers a wide variety of majors under the Divisions of Business, Liberal Arts, and Hospitality; and a college that also awards master's and doctoral degrees through the Graduate School of Business. NHC is a place where learning never ends.
New Jersey City University
New Jersey's only 4-year urban public university offers 25 undergraduate degree programs in the liberal arts, professional studies, and education. Cooperative education internships are available in all majors. The University is a center of cultural diversity and intellectual opportunity. The 47-acre campus is ideal for quiet study, although it is located just minutes from New York City.
New Jersey Institute of Technology
The Albert Dorman Honors College is one of the nation's leading technologically oriented honors programs. Admission is highly selective; successful applicants generally rank in the top 10% of their high schools, with SAT I scores above 1250. Honors College scholars receive at least a one-half-tuition scholarship award. Exceptionally well-prepared students may be eligible for additional scholarships and partial room grants. All degree programs are available through the Albert Dorman Honors College.
New School Bachelor of Arts, New School University
The New School offers an individualized undergraduate program in the liberal arts designed for adults. Students select their curriculum from nearly 800 courses offered each semester. Special features include the DIAL program, which offers courses at a distance via computer conferencing; accelerated BA/MA programs, which enable undergraduates to begin graduate study; and credit for prior experiential learning through testing and portfolio assessment.
The New York College for Wholistic Health Education & Research
The New York College provides the highest standard of medical education and training for practitioners of holistic medicine. Combined bachelor's/master's degree programs in acupuncture and oriental medicine lead to national certification and licensing. The New York College also offers a 68-credit massage therapy program that leads to an associate degree in occupational studies.
New York School of Interior Design
The New York School of Interior Design is an NASAD-accredited private college devoted to interior design education. The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree is FIDER-accredited. Located on Manhattan's Upper East Side, the School is surrounded by world-famous museums, showrooms, and architectural landmarks.
Niagara University
Niagara University offers an extensive merit scholarship and grant program. Students, regardless of need, may be eligible to receive an academic award ranging from $3500 up to full tuition. These merit-based grants, awards, and scholarships are renewable. To be considered, students must meet certain academic criteria and other NU guidelines.
North Carolina Central University
A historically black constituent institution of the UNC System, NCCU is located in Durham, near Research Triangle, NC. Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill are a hotbed of academic institutions. Both major private grant and federal funding support opportunities for undergraduate involvement in meaningful research activity under the guidance of a faculty mentor.
North Carolina Wesleyan College
North Carolina Wesleyan, a private liberal arts college affiliated with the Methodist Church, educates men and women for productive and fulfilling lives, rewarding careers, and service to their community. The curriculum, both in traditional and preprofessional fields, emphasizes critical thinking, reading and writing, listening and speaking, and making informed decisions. The College focuses on personal attention and student self-development.
Northeastern University
Northeastern University is a world leader in practice-oriented education with the second-oldest cooperative education program in the U.S. The University offers more than 80 programs of study in 7 colleges. Students alternate between academic quarters and co-op employment opportunities in Boston, throughout the United States, or overseas. Individually assigned advisers provide academic and co-op counseling. All this in Boston, a center of education, culture, business, history, and sports.
Northern State University
Northern State University offers the personalized academic atmosphere of a private college at a public school price. Northern has 38 nationally accredited majors in business, education, fine arts, and arts and sciences. Current technology, with superior access, numerous social opportunities, and an almost perfect placement rate, is just one of the benefits that Northern's 3,200 students enjoy. Telephone: 800-NSU-5330 (toll-free).
North Park University
North Park blends 2 traditions--faith and freedom--and 2 rich environments--the small, residential University and the large, complex city. North Park offers broad exposure to the liberal arts and specific education in a profession. Faculty members are superbly credentialed and devoted to teaching. North Park's Chicago location means unparalleled educational, cultural, recreational, spiritual, and artistic opportunities. Several hundred internships are available in every imaginable vocation. North Park's Outreach Ministries Program has served as a national prototype for urban collegiate service opportunities. An outstanding scholars program includes generous scholarships, special courses, study abroad, and alumni mentors.
Northwestern College
Half of Northwestern's campus has been built or renovated since 1980. The newest buildings say a lot about the College's purpose. New facilities housing nearly all academic departments are important resources for Northwestern's high-quality education. The chapel, student center, cafeteria, and intercollegiate athletic center demonstrate the value of worship and campus life.
Northwestern College
NWC is a nondenominational Christian college where students earn an equivalent of a double major in an academic area and the Bible. More than 1,500 students enjoy a Christian community atmosphere, music, athletics, drama, and missions opportunities. Daily chapel services, 41 academic majors, and the Minneapolis-St. Paul location are benefits of NWC.
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Northwestern is a friendly, vibrant, student-oriented institution that is, in the words of one alumnus, "large enough to serve you but small enough to know you." The University places its highest premium on excellence in teaching. NSU is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of its students.
Northwest Nazarene University
NNU has consistently been named a U.S. News & World Report "Top Ten Liberal Arts College." New academic and athletics programs as well as new facilities are all signs of growth at this forward-moving university. A new state-of-the-art track and field complex and expansive new business building are the latest additions to this growing campus.
Northwood University
Exciting programs: a major in international business; an honors program for the most capable students; automotive aftermarket management and hotel, restaurant, and resort management majors at the BBA and associate degree levels; new entertainment, sports and promotion management curriculum. Through the EXCEL Program, students participate in valuable, documentable activities and receive a Student Development Transcript in addition to an academic transcript. Potential employers of Northwood graduates see the experiences, attitudes, and leadership abilities gained by these students.
Notre Dame College of Ohio
NDC of Ohio is a special place. The focus is on helping students of all ages develop confidence and build self-esteem through a rigorous yet supportive, career-oriented liberal arts environment. NDC of Ohio is large enough to provide many of the opportunities of a large college, yet small enough to give students the individual attention important to their development.
Nova Southeastern University
Nova Southeastern University is located in suburban Fort Lauderdale. Areas of study include majors in business, education, computer science, biology (premedical), marine biology, psychology, legal assistant studies, legal studies (prelaw), sport and wellness studies, environmental science/studies, accounting, and humanities. All programs can lead to graduate degrees as well as dual-admission programs with NSU's graduate centers.
Oberlin College
Oberlin College is an independent, coeducational liberal arts college of approximately 2,900 students. It comprises 2 divisions, the College of Arts and Sciences and the Conservatory of Music. Oberlin has a history of progressive thinking, a supportive academic community, and a diverse, active student body.
Ohio Wesleyan University
Personalized honors study offers unusual opportunities to talented students as early as freshman year. Internships and research are encouraged. The University's distinctive commitment to public service and civic involvement is reflected in annual student work trips to Haiti and the South, the acclaimed Sagan National Colloquium, and extensive volunteer and community service opportunities.
Oregon State University
Small classes, motivated students, honors-level instruction, and close interaction with some of Oregon State University's finest faculty members create an exciting, challenging University Honors College atmosphere. In honors classes, colloquia, and other innovative ways, Honors College students explore their majors with an interdisciplinary approach. Students also work with faculty mentors to prepare honors theses. Graduates receive an honors baccalaureate degree in their major, conferred jointly by the Honors College and their academic college.
Ottawa University
At Ottawa University, the residence halls are considered student's home away from home. Choices of campus housing include a traditional coed residence hall as well as suite arrangements in New Hall and Martin Hall. Within these suites, 3-7 students share a common living room as well as a bathroom, 2-3 bedrooms, and a small kitchen area.
Otterbein College
Otterbein continues to offer an excellent combination of a solid liberal arts education with professional/career preparation. Its campus in Westerville provides access to Ohio's capital city, Columbus, for internships as well as cultural and social activities. A student-faculty ratio of 14:1 ensures individual attention for students pursuing one of 73 majors offered. More than $9 million in grants and scholarships was awarded last year. Students graduate in 4 years.
Our Lady of Holy Cross College
Our Lady of Holy Cross College, a Catholic, coeducational liberal arts college, was founded in 1916. With a low student-faculty ratio, Our Lady of Holy Cross College provides high-quality education at reasonable tuition rates. Associate, baccalaureate, and master's programs are offered, and financial aid is available.
Pace University, New York City Campus
Pace offers a variety of scholarships and grants that range from $1000 to $10,000 per year. Candidates are encouraged to apply early. Pace's outstanding co-op education program also helps qualified students finance and enhance their education through paid career-related work experiences in the public and private sectors.
Pacific Lutheran University
PLU believes that a keener understanding of the global community is vital. A recent report in The Chronicle of Higher Education reported that PLU ranked tenth in the master's category of U.S. Institutions with the Largest Numbers of Students Studying Abroad. Forty-three percent of PLU students who graduated in 2000 studied abroad.
Palm Beach Atlantic College
At the heart of the Palm Beach Atlantic experience is Workship, a program that combines work and worship and requires full-time students to contribute 45 hours annually to community service. PBA's Workship Program has recorded more than 1 million hours of service since the college was founded in 1968.
Peirce College
Founded in 1865, Peirce College has a long-standing reputation for providing a leading-edge, high-quality, business-related education that reflects current hiring trends. New IT programs include networking, business information systems, and technology management. The College is located off the Avenue of the Arts at Broad and Pine Streets in Philadelphia.
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Pennsylvania College of Technology is an affiliate of the Pennsylvania State University (Penn State). It is a distinctive institution offering bachelor's and associate degrees and specialized educational opportunities focused on applied technology. Penn College is an integral part of the Penn State System, offering students the opportunity to combine a hands-on, technical education with theory and management education.
The Pennsylvania State University at Erie, The Behrend College
New majors in finance and manufacturing technology complement the physical growth of the campus. New facilities include an Athletics and Recreation Center, residence halls, an observatory, and a high-tech business park. Students benefit from small classes and participate in undergraduate research as they earn an internationally recognized Penn State degree.
The Pennsylvania State University Harrisburg Campus of the Capital College
Penn State Harrisburg, Capital College, is an undergraduate transfer college and graduate school of Pennsylvania State University that accepts applications into undergraduate majors from students who have successfully completed most of their freshman- and sophomore-level course work. Penn State Harrisburg offers 26 baccalaureate, 17 master's, and 2 doctoral programs with all the resources of a major research university in a smaller, more intimate setting. Interested students can visit the Web site (www.hbg.psu.edu).
Philadelphia College of Bible
PCB is a conservative, evangelical Bible college dedicated to developing leaders for the church and related ministries who possess a foundational knowledge of scripture and a biblical world/life view. Other campuses include Cable, WI, and Liberty Corner, NJ. Friends of Israel Institute of Jewish Studies offers a 1-year program on the main campus.
Plattsburgh State University of New York
Plattsburg combines the best of all worlds by offering a high-quality college experience in a region of exceptional beauty and recreational opportunities. The University excels at preparing graduates for successful careers as professionals through a combination of liberal arts and science study, professional programs, internships, and study-abroad options.
Point Park College
Point Park College offers students the opportunity to attend small, intimate classes in a facility located in the midst of vibrant downtown Pittsburgh. Recognized for providing a liberal arts education with career preparation, Point Park's location gives students access to important internships that provide valuable professional-level experience to complement classroom activities.
Polytechnic University, Brooklyn Campus
Polytechnic University is one of the nation's leading technological universities. Founded in 1854 and today a private, coeducational institution, Polytechnic is the New York metro area's preeminent educational resource in science and technology. The University awards bachelor's, master's, and PhD degrees. With 3 campuses--at MetroTech in downtown Brooklyn; in Farmingdale, Long Island; and the Westchester Graduate Center--Polytechnic is ideally situated to serve the needs of the metro area's growing high-tech economy.
Pomona College
Pomona is one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges. Its widely diverse student body enjoys a broad range of resources and opportunities backed by financial holdings that are among the strongest of any comparable-size college. Pomona is the founding member of the Claremont Colleges, offering the benefits of a university setting with the advantages of a small college.
Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View A&M University is the 2nd-oldest public institution of higher education in Texas, originating in the Texas Constitution of 1876. The University opened in 1878 as the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas for Colored Youth, with 8 students and 2 professors. Today, it enrolls more than 6,000 students and offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Its most prominent programs are in accounting, computer science, criminal justice, education, engineering, nursing, and premedicine. Major academic units include the School of Architecture, the College of Agriculture and Human Sciences, the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business, the College of Education, the College of Engineering, The School of Juvenile Justice, the College of Nursing, and the Graduate School. The University is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has specialized accreditation in several areas, including computer science, education, engineering, nursing, nutrition, and social work.
Pratt Institute
Pratt Institute, one of the premier art, design, writing, and architecture schools nationwide, is located in the historic Clinton Hill section of Brooklyn, just 25 minutes from downtown Manhattan. The majority of Pratt's freshmen live on the Institute's 25-acre tree-lined campus. Pratt offers 4-year bachelor's, 2-year associate, and combined bachelor's and master's degrees.
Providence College
Providence College is the only liberal arts college in the US that was founded and administered by the Dominican Friars, a Catholic teaching order whose heritage spans nearly 800 years. The College is not only concerned with the rigors of intellectual life but also recognizes the importance of students' experiences outside the classroom, including service to others. Scholarship, service, and the exuberant PC spirit--these are the qualities that shape the character of Providence College.
Purchase College, State University of New York
Purchase College combines excellent liberal arts and sciences programs with professional conservatory programs in the visual and performing arts. Purchase offers undergraduate degree programs in music, film, acting, stage design/technology (including costume design), dance, art and design, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. New programs in new media arts management and journalism are developing. Purchase is a small college community that offers students the opportunity to enter into apprentice relationships with artists, performers, scholars, and scientists who are making significant contributions to their fields. Purchase is committed to fostering educational creativity in a climate of artistic and intellectual freedom.
Queens College of the City University of New York
College years are a time to discover and dream, a time to broaden horizons. Queens College gives students sophisticated technology, distinguished professors teaching innovative programs, and a stimulating environment. Students come from around the globe and around the corner and help fellow students travel the world without leaving New York. Discover Queens College and get more than a piece of paper--get an education.
Quinnipiac University
The $7-million Lender School of Business Center features local area network classrooms, satellite service, and the Ed McMahon Center for Mass Communications, 1 of the most advanced in higher education. The communications facilities include TV and radio studios, print journalism and desktop publishing laboratories, a news technology center, and audio and video equipment. The center establishes national recognition for the undergraduate and graduate mass communication and business programs.
Ramapo College of New Jersey
As "the College of Choice for a Global Education," Ramapo College provides students with the opportunity to encounter the world beyond the campus through study-abroad and cooperative education programs and teleconferences. Undergraduate experiences through these programs have taken students to faraway countries; to internationally recognized institutions such as Regents College in London, Czech Technical Institute in Prague, Shanghai Teacher's University in Shanghai, and Volgograd Pedagogical Institute in Russia; and to corporate offices in the US and abroad.
Reformed Bible College
Reformed Bible College is dedicated academic excellence, on-campus spiritual nurturing, and practical ministry application for all fields of study. This interdenominational college equips students from around the world for effective careers in Christian service. RBC offers a variety of bachelor's degrees, including programs in social work, youth ministry, education, and nursing. The College is located on a 34-acre suburban campus.
Excelsior College
Regents College offers the independent learner significant flexibility in completing accredited associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees. Regents College has no residency requirement, allows students to transfer credit from a wide variety of sources, and is ideal for the student who has difficulty meeting matriculation requirements at traditional campuses. World Wide Web: http://www.regents.edu.
Regis University
The Regis Guarantee ensures that entering freshmen will graduate in 4 years--or take the additional course work at no charge. The Learn and Earn Program offers every new freshman the opportunity to work on campus to gain valuable experience and money to help defray expenses. These programs, and its 123-year history of offering high-quality, value-oriented Jesuit education, make Regis a leader in the Rocky Mountain region.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Hands-on programs emphasize the practical and responsible application of technology and prepare students for meaningful careers in a global society. Tomorrow's leaders are educated in the fields of architecture, engineering, humanities and social sciences, information technology, management, and science. The 5,100 undergraduate students come from all 50 states and 78 countries.
The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
State-supported, 4-year coed college founded in 1969. Located 12 miles from Atlantic City, Stockton is primarily an undergraduate arts and sciences college within the New Jersey system. Special educational experiences are encouraged, including study abroad, internships, field studies, and independent study. Admission is selective.
Rider University
Rider University offers majors in business, education, liberal arts, science, and music. Rider's formula for career success includes a combination of small classes, personal advising, experiential learning, and use of modern facilities. Students enjoy activities ranging from social organizations to Division I athletics. More than 75 percent of the 2,900 full-time undergraduates receive financial assistance.
Rivier College
Rivier's School of Undergraduate Studies enrolls approximately 800 day students and 750 evening students. Students pursue Rivier's commitment to social justice through service-learning experiences in the community, combining academic achievement in the liberal arts and professional studies with hands-on preparation for the future. Special opportunities, such as the honors program, offer added challenges and enrichment.
Robert Morris College
Robert Morris College, consistently a leading college in the Pittsburgh region, offers more than 30 majors. A broad range of business majors lead to a BS in business administration, while excellent programs are offered in communications, elementary education, engineering, sport management, health services management, hospitality management, and visual communications.
Roberts Wesleyan College
Roberts Wesleyan College President William C. Crothers is among only 50 American college and university presidents recognized by the John Templeton Foundation for outstanding leadership in student character development. Dr. Crothers is profiled in the recently released Templeton Guide: Colleges That Encourage Character Development. Roberts Wesleyan College is also profiled for its character development programs.
Rockford College
Rockford College, 1 of 13 colleges in Illinois with a Phi Beta Kappa chapter, is known for its integration of liberal arts and professional programs, community-based service learning programs, and Regent's College in London. Barron's named Rockford a "best buy in higher education." An NCAA Division III football program will begin in fall 2000.
Rockhurst University
With its proximity to the new Stowers Institute, one of the world's largest molecular and genetic research facilities, Rockhurst University has elevated its opportunities for molecular biology to a full program. Students have the opportunity to be involved in investigative techniques used in modern molecular and cell studies.
Rocky Mountain College
Rocky Mountain College nurtures its students while challenging them to reach their full potential. The individual attention Rocky students receive inspires them to excel in many areas. At Rocky, students enjoy internships, cooperative education, and many social and outdoor recreation opportunities. After graduation, Rocky students succeed in business, industry, and graduate and professional schools.
Rollins College
Supported by generosity of Rollins graduates such as George Cornell, who recently donated $10 million for endowed scholarships, Rollins is affordable and accessible for qualified students. More than 60% of Rollins students receive over $13 million annually to underwrite their education with demonstrated need-based awards, academic merit and leadership scholarships ranging from $3000 to $12,000 (academic scholarships include laptop computers), theatre and music scholarships, and athletic grants in accordance with NCAA Division II standards.
Roosevelt University
Inaugurated in 1998, Roosevelt Scholars is a distinctive honors program open to students who demonstrate outstanding scholarship along with leadership in school/community activities. In addition to enriched academic experiences and scholarship support that averages $5000 annually, students are mentored by Chicago's political, business, and social leaders and participate in internship and research opportunities in their areas of interest.
Rosemont College
Founded in 1921, Rosemont College has been ranked by U.S. News & World Report for consecutive years as one of the top regional liberal arts colleges in the North. Rosemont has also been selected for the John Templeton Foundation's Honor Roll for Character Building Colleges and is listed among Barron's "best buys."
Rowan University
Rowan University is a selective public university offering undergraduate majors plus graduate degrees and certificates. Included are nationally recognized programs in business, engineering, fine and performing arts, liberal arts and sciences, communications, and teacher education. The 200-acre campus hosts 6,200 full-time undergraduates in Glassboro, a southern New Jersey town.
Russell Sage College
Russell Sage College, located in the Capital Region of New York State, is a small college for women where individuals count and are consistently challenged. The College offers liberal arts and professional degree programs in fields such as the health sciences, humanities, natural sciences and mathematics, and social and professional sciences. To schedule a campus visit, students should call 518-244-2217 or 888-VERY-SAGE (toll-free). E-mail: rscadmin@sage.edu; Web site: http://www.sage.edu.
St. Bonaventure University
Offering more than 30 majors and Division I athletics, St. Bonaventure University attracts exceptional undergraduates from 34 states and 13 countries. Adding to the Bonaventure experience are a broadcast journalism laboratory, an expanded fiber-optic computer network, an endowed visiting professorship, a modern language laboratory, a regional arts center, and a dynamic intramural program. U.S. News & World Report repeatedly ranks St. Bonaventure in its "top tier" of regional universities.
St. Francis College
St. Francis College offers an exceptional value in private college education in the New York area with low tuition and an emphasis on the values of the Franciscan tradition. Small, urban, friendly, and caring, St. Francis provides students with a college experience that translates into development of the whole person as well as academic achievement. Bachelor's and associate degrees in arts and science are offered in a wide array of disciplines. Proximity to Manhattan extends the classroom to offer students diverse cultural and career opportunities.
Saint Francis College
Saint Francis College's physical therapy program has received full accrediation by the Commission on Accrediation in Physical Therapy Programs. Saint Francis College continues to improve technological capabilities with the addition of several multimedia facilities. Also, beginning in fall 2001, all incoming freshman at Saint Francis College will receive a laptop computer.
St. John Fisher College
St. John Fisher College is in the midst of a $12-million building project designed to enhance both the academic and athletic facilities of the College. Classrooms and laboratories have been outfitted with state-of-the-market educational technology. An academic gateway, complete with a cyberspace caf and learning resource center, is being built in summer 2000. This comes at a time when the College is experiencing record enrollment and the curriculum is expanding to meet the changing needs of the marketplace.
Saint John's University
Saint John's University, through its coordinate relationship with the College of Saint Benedict for women, offers the best features of both a coeducational and a men's college. While all classes, facilities, and social and cultural functions are shared, each campus maintains its own residence halls, student governments, and athletics. See full description of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University.
St. John's University
Founded in 1870, St. John's University prepares students for personal and professional success. St. John's combines a rigorous academic program, a close-knit campus environment, and nationally renowned athletic teams with the vast business and cultural opportunities of New York City. With magnificent new residence halls and the latest academic technologies, a St. John's education is the right step toward a bright future.
Saint Joseph College
Saint Joseph College provides outstanding academic, professional, and leadership opportunities for women. More than 25 majors are accompanied by internships locally or abroad. Success in every program springs from the liberal arts and sciences curriculum and active mentoring by faculty members, advisers, and alumnae. This mentoring guides students directly into postgraduate business, professional, and academic communities. Students serve on every College committee, from strategic planning to Web site development, and, like the founding Sisters of Mercy, they perform community service around the world.
Saint Joseph's College
Sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, Saint Joseph's College is the only Catholic college in Maine. For more than 85 years, the College has offered a liberal arts education to men and women of all ages and faiths. The intellectual, spiritual, and social growth of its students within a values-centered environment is integral to a Saint Joseph's College education.
St. Joseph's College, New York
For more than 80 years, St. Joseph's has provided a high-quality liberal arts education to a diverse group of students. Students can take advantage of small classes and individualized academic and career counseling. Preprofessional programs in law and medicine and career-oriented majors (education and accounting) afford students the opportunity to prepare for a successful career while obtaining a traditional liberal arts education.
Saint Joseph's University
Saint Joseph's new international academic center, Mandeville Hall, brings added distinction to the University's Haub School of Business. The US Department of Agriculture awarded Saint Joseph's a $12.4-million matching grant to build this premier educational facility. Mandeville Hall is the most technologically advanced academic center in the Philadelphia region.
St. Mary's College of Maryland
St. Mary's College, designated a Public Honors College specializing in liberal arts and sciences, occupies a waterfront location in historic St. Mary's City. The renovation of the campus center is scheduled for completion in fall 1999. The renovation and addition to the athletic and recreation complex begins in summer 1999, with completion of the recreation complex during spring 2001. An innovative student-designed major and the St. Mary's Project were recently added.
St. Norbert College
To firmly address the concern of private school affordability, St. Norbert College offers a 4-year cost guarantee upon payment of a premium, a 4-year graduation guarantee, and guaranteed campus employment to all first-year students, regardless of need.
Saint Peter's College
Saint Peter's College has one of the lowest tuition rates of all Jesuit colleges in the East as well as an average financial aid package of $14,410 for commuter students and $15,340 for students living on campus. A student-faculty ratio of 14:1 upholds its commitment to personal care. SPC's location, just minutes from Manhattan, allows students to benefit from a myriad of opportunities, especially through the nationally ranked Cooperative Education Program.
St. Thomas University
The American Bar Association-accredited Morley School of Law completed a new wing in 1999. A new television production studio and an additional computer lab enrich technical instruction in the communication arts and computer information systems bachelor's degree programs. Study-abroad programs in Spain (El Escorial) and Italy (Assisi) attract students nationally and internationally.
Salem College
Salem College's honors scholarship program recognizes superior academic achievement as well as leadership and service. Scholarships range from $7000 to $14,000 and are renewable annually. They are awarded on a competitive basis to entering freshmen.
Salisbury State University
Salisbury State University is a rarity among public institutions in Maryland--all 4 of its schools are endowed. These multimillion-dollar gifts have expanded scholarships and other opportunities for students. With an emphasis on active learning, including undergraduate research, internships, community service, and travel abroad, SSU is earning a national reputation for educating undergraduates. Publications such as U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger's, and Princeton Review rank SSU among the nation's best schools.
Samford University
A Samford education is carefully crafted to provide personal empowerment, academic and career competency, social and civic responsibility, and ethical and spiritual strength. It is built around broadening international awareness and the development of transferable skills, such as computer familiarity in every academic major, to keep Samford graduates on the leading edge in a constantly changing career environment.
San Francisco Art Institute
The Interdisciplinary Core Program offers students with no previous college experience an intensive introduction to the visual arts. A structured program of studio practice and academic study, the Core Program also provides sufficient flexibility for the individual creative freedom for which SFAI has long been known. Most important, the program allows young artists to share their experiences and ideas with their peers.
Sarah Lawrence College
At the heart of the Sarah Lawrence learning experience is the seminar and conference system. Every course has 2 parts: a seminar limited to 15 students and an individual meeting held every 2 weeks between student and teacher, during which they create a project that extends the seminar material and connects it to the student's academic goals and aspirations. Through dialogue, reading, and research, students work with their teachers to create an individualized education.
Savannah College of Art and Design
The College is situated in Savannah's renowned historic district, a creative environment conducive to study, research, and artistic expression. The College exists to prepare talented students for careers. It offers a well-rounded curriculum that emphasizes individual attention. The student body represents all 50 states and nearly 80 countries.
Schiller International University
Schiller International University is an independent American university with campuses in the US, England, Germany, France, Spain, and Switzerland, among which students can transfer without loss of credit. English is the language of instruction at all campuses. SIU offers undergraduate and graduate students an American education in an international setting.
School of Visual Arts
SVA's mission to educate artists and the students' objective to become artists are the same. The School achieves its mission, in part, through a faculty of 800 working professionals who bring their individuality and insight into the challenging and exhilarating process of becoming an artist or designer. They encourage students to create work of excellence while in college and, once they are professionals, to create work that will influence and help shape the vision of art in the next millennium.
Seattle Pacific University
All Seattle Pacific University residence halls have been wired to allow students dedicated online connections to e-mail, the Internet, and the campus computer network. Students may also access holdings in SPU's new 62,000-square-foot library, a spacious 4-level facility offering the latest technology for study and research.
Seton Hall University
Distinctive among colleges and universities is Seton Hall's Mobile Computing Program, offered to all undergraduate students. The hallmark of the computing program transforms the classroom by incorporating information technology into the curriculum. The University realizes the impact of technology on the future and has created a multifaceted educational program using IBM ThinkPads. All students receive these laptops and use them for research, writing, and communicating around the world. Seton Hall's nationally acclaimed Mobile Computing Program helps students acquire essential computing skills and gain access to networked learning sources. By working closely with faculty members, students are prepared to work in the 21st century.
Seton Hill College
U.S. News & World Report ranks Seton Hill College in the top tier among regional liberal arts colleges and universities in the northern US. Seton Hill offers 30 undergraduate majors, including a physician assistant program and master's degrees in education, art therapy, management, writing, and counseling psychology.
Shawnee State University
Shawnee State University offers baccalaureate and associate degrees through the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Professional Studies. Programs are available in business, health sciences, engineering technologies, arts and sciences, and teacher education. With distinctive student housing and a beautiful new campus, SSU offers a high-quality education with individualized attention.
Shepherd College
Shepherd College, a National Liberal Arts College, has a long-standing reputation for providing high-quality education at a reasonable cost. Recently, the College was number 12 on Money magazine's list of the 25 public schools providing the best buys in education, marking the 5th time Shepherd has been named to one of Money's best buys in education lists.
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Recognized for its academic excellence, Shippensburg University has a national reputation for providing students with opportunities for student-faculty research, volunteer community service projects, and internships. The talented, dedicated faculty offers a personalized education. Construction and renovation of several academic buildings are in progress and will further complement the academic quality.
Siena College
Located in Loudonville, New York, Siena is a community of about 2,700 men and women that offers degrees in the humanities, social sciences, business, and science. Student-focused professors are the heart of a supportive learning environment that prepares students for careers, for active roles in their communities, and for the real world. Founded by the Franciscans, Siena provides a personal, values-oriented education 1 student at a time.
Siena Heights University
Siena Heights University students integrate liberal arts and career preparation. Siena has introduced a new field of study, sport management. The curriculum combines a strong business foundation with a specialized knowledge in sport. The program features an outstanding practicum experience along with great career opportunities.
Silver Lake College
In a recent survey of SLC graduates, 98% of those responding said they are very satisfied or satisfied with their education. For information about programs of study likely to satisfy students' needs, contact the College's admissions office at 800-236-4SLC Ext. 175 (toll-free) or visit the College's Web site at www.sl.edu.
Simpson College
Simpson is more than a beautiful campus. The College has an outstanding faculty and renowned curricula, including more than 40 majors, minors, and preprofessional programs. A 4-4-1 calendar provides students with many learning opportunities, including internships, career observations, and study programs both abroad and in the United States. Located just 12 miles from Des Moines, Iowa's capital and largest metropolitan area, Simpson's ideal location allows students the opportunity to enjoy both city sophistication and small-town charm.
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock University's students benefit from more than 100 programs in arts and sciences, business, education, information sciences, and health; 28 study-abroad programs; more than 160 student organizations; athletics; and an online environment linking every student residence hall room to the electronic world. A flexible admission policy and attractive financial aid packages draw 7,000 students from 40 states and more than 70 countries.
South Dakota State University
SDSU is a 4-year, comprehensive university ranked by U.S. News & World Report as the most efficient university in the Midwest and a best-value university. SDSU offers the largest selection of academic programs within the state. Majors are available in agriculture and biological sciences, arts and science, education, engineering, family and consumer sciences, nursing, and pharmacy.
Southwest Baptist University
SBU is a Christ-centered, caring academic community preparing students to be servant leaders in a global society. SBU is a fully accredited university located in a thriving small-town environment just minutes from a metropolitan area. Academic programs include both liberal arts and professional degrees. Graduate degrees in administration, education, and physical therapy are offered. Popular majors include biology, business, education, music, and religious studies.
Southwest Missouri State University
SMSU is the 2nd-largest university in Missouri, and undergraduate education is its highest priority. High-quality instruction, excellent classroom facilities and residence halls, generous scholarship programs, and many opportunities for student employment and recreation in a mild, 4-season climate attract students. Through its public affairs mission, the University is committed to preparing students for success in their chosen careers as well as in their lifelong careers as citizens and leaders.
Spelman College
Spelman College is a historically black, privately endowed, 4-year liberal arts college for women. Founded in 1881 as the Atlanta Baptist Female Seminary, Spelman today is one of America's top liberal arts colleges, providing academic excellence for women as well as an environment that encourages leadership development and community service experience. Spelman's commitment to excellence is demonstrated by its dedicated, accessible faculty and low student-faculty ratio as well as by the outstanding success of students and alumnae.
Springfield College
Springfield College was founded in 1885 as a pioneer in teaching and scholarship related to physical education, wellness, and the training of YMCA executives. Its humanics philosophy calls for educating the whole person--spirit, mind, and body--for leadership in service to humanity. Today, the College continues to educate leaders for the physical education, allied health, and human service professions.
State University of New York at Buffalo
UB is committed to enhancing students' life quality by offering new on-campus apartment housing options, NCAA Division I men's and women's athletics, and recreational, intramural, and club sports. UB attracts highly qualified students with its honors program--the largest in the SUNY system--and an expanded merit scholarship program. UB offers a growing number of combined bachelor's and master's programs. The University is committed to providing educational technology and assistance, exposing students to computer-enhanced classwork and training them for the 21st century.
State University of New York at Farmingdale
SUNY Farmingdale, a specialized 4-year college of technology, offers 12 bachelor's degrees, 20 associate degrees, 15 certificate programs, and workshops in engineering technologies, business, health, human services, and liberal arts and sciences. Credit and credit-free classes are available during the day and evening and on the weekends.
State University of New York at Stony Brook
Since its founding in 1956, SUNY at Stony Brook has grown tremendously and is now recognized as one of the nation's leading centers of learning and scholarship. A recent study published by Johns Hopkins University Press ranked Stony Brook among the top 3 public research universities in the nation. Stony Brook is at the forefront of integrating research and education at the undergraduate level and prides itself on the quality of its academic programs and outstanding faculty.
State University of New York College at Buffalo
The largest SUNY college, Buffalo State offers 74 majors and 50 minors to undergraduates seeking an outstanding, affordable education. Experienced professors emphasize teaching, mentoring, and helping students achieve success. Buffalo State tailors small classes, studios, labs, and internships to meet students' career interests.
State University of New York College at Old Westbury
SUNY Old Westbury has exchange programs with colleges and universities in the Far East, South Africa, and Europe. SUNY tuition, room and board costs, and fees are paid to the College at Old Westbury. Travel is the only additional expense. Exchange faculty members from China and Korea are regularly on campus.
State University of New York College at Oneonta
The College at Oneonta is a comprehensive college with studies that include the arts and sciences, elementary and secondary education, business, accounting, computer science, music industry, and prelaw as well as premedicine. An exceptional library, outstanding campuswide computing facilities, and a distinctive student center for volunteering enhance students' intellectual and personal development in a safe, scenic, and convenient campus environment.
State University of New York College at Potsdam
Potsdam, the oldest liberal arts college of SUNY, has strong programs in the arts and sciences, teacher education, and the Crane School of Music. With more than 270 faculty members, the student-faculty ratio is 16:1. Within the Crane School of Music, the ratio is 11:1. Potsdam is within an easy drive of Interstates 81 and 87, Lake Placid, Ottawa, Syracuse, and Montreal. Potsdam offers more than 40 majors, including new programs in archeological studies, business economics, community health, computer and information science, and the business of music.
State University of New York Empire State College
SUNY Empire State College is an international leader in adult higher education. Students design their own individualized associate, bachelor's, and master's degree programs based on their academic and professional goals. Students benefit from flexible, guided independent study, credit earned for learning gained in work and life, and low SUNY tuition. Empire State College, accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, has more than 40 locations throughout New York State as well as distance learning options.
State University of New York Institute of Technology at Utica/Rome
As an upper-division college, SUNY Utica/Rome is designed to meet the special needs of 2-year college transfer and graduate students. Residence halls feature town house-style suites. Distinctive programs include computer science, telecommunications, professional and technical communications, health information management, health services management, and engineering technologies. A variety of transfer scholarships are available to reward academic excellence.
State University of New York Maritime College
Maritime College's primary mission is the preparation of men and women for the full spectrum of professional careers in the maritime industry, including the US Merchant Marine. Its graduates receive a well-rounded education that enables them to pursue career options in industry or government service or at sea as civilian officers of merchant ships, research ships, and other US vessels. All students participate in 3 summer sea terms aboard the training ship Empire State VI in preparation for the US Merchant Marine Officer's license as 3rd mate or 3rd assistant engineer. In addition, commissioning options exist for those seeking careers as officers in the US Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or Air Force or in the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Maritime College is the only college that hosts a Naval ROTC program in the greater New York metropolitan area.
Stetson University
As Florida's first private university, Stetson University sets a high standard for quality teaching and innovative, superior programs. Stetson maintains a more than century-old commitment to values and social responsibility for its students. Stetson is also committed to making top-quality, private education affordable to a diverse group of qualified students. With a $9.5-million donor-funded construction program, Stetson has added 3 new facilities and renovated a 4th on the historic DeLand campus.
Stevens Institute of Technology
Stevens ranks in the top 5% of the nation's technological universities. The rigorous curricula in business, engineering, the applied sciences, computer science, and humanities fosters critical analysis and creativity, as well as hands-on research and development with world-renowned faculty. It also enables Stevens graduates to meet their goals and succeed in an increasingly technological environment.
Stonehill College
Located 20 miles south of Boston, Stonehill combines a community atmosphere and a beautiful 375-acre campus with easy access to America's premier college town. Exciting special programs, such as full-time international internships, study abroad, domestic internships, and Stonehill Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE), complement the College's rigorous education in the liberal arts, sciences, and business. More than 70% of graduating students take advantage of these enriching programs.
Swarthmore College
Consistently ranked among the top 3 small liberal arts colleges, Swarthmore is a coeducational institution located 11 miles southwest of Philadelphia. It has a student-faculty ratio of 8:1, an engineering department, and need-blind admission. The student body includes over 30% students of color and 8% international students.
Taylor University
Taylor University is anchored by 3 distinctive traditions: Scholarship--students value academic excellence and enjoy personal attention from highly credentialed faculty members; Leadership--Taylor's nationally recognized leadership development program equips students for leadership in career, community, and church; Christian Commitment--every aspect of Taylor life is fully integrated with an active faith in Jesus Christ.
Teikyo Post University
Western Connecticut's only 4-year, private, accredited, coeducational, residential liberal arts and business university. This globally focused university is known for its comprehensive and affordable education, study-abroad programs, and ideal environment for learning and growth, where students experience large-university academics in a small, collegial atmosphere.
Temple University
Temple University is a major teaching and research university with a faculty of men and women who are nationally and internationally recognized in their fields. Taking full advantage of its location in Philadelphia, Temple actively promotes programs that help students bridge the worlds of academia and work.
Texas Christian University
TCU's mission--to educate individuals to think and act as ethical leaders and responsible citizens in the global community--influences every area of this person-centered private university. From leadership courses to one of the top study-abroad programs in the nation, TCU graduates earn more than a degree that will improve their life. They learn to change their world.
Texas Lutheran University
TLU was named by US News & World Report as a best value among regional liberal arts colleges in the western US for the 4th consecutive year. TLU has been ranked among the 10 best regional liberal arts colleges in the West for 11 of the last 12 years. This recognition affirms the quality of education offered at Texas Lutheran.
Texas Woman's University
TWU, a comprehensive public university primarily for women, offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs to approximately 8,600 students. A teaching and research institution, TWU emphasizes liberal arts and specialized or professional study in most major career fields, including health sciences. TWU offers a university experience focusing not only on the priorities and potential of women but also on the needs and goals of every student.
Thomas Jefferson University
Jefferson gives its students the small-college advantage of a 9:1 student-faculty ratio for the entire college plus the resources of one of the nation's leading academic health centers. The University is composed of a medical school, a graduate school, and the College of Health Professions and shares its campus with a 620-bed hospital.
Thomas More College
Thomas More College is dedicated to the individual learning experience, offering majors and preprofessional programs. The College provides an outstanding liberal arts education that is carefully combined with practical professional training through cooperative education. The Thomas More experience is an education for all seasons of life.
Trinity College
Trinity College offers women the Foundation for Leadership curriculum, combining liberal arts majors with professional focuses, mentor programs, and internship opportunities. Special programs include the Trinity Center for Women and Public Policy, Executive Women in Government Partnership, and a 5-year academic program combining a liberal arts undergraduate degree with a Master of Arts in Teaching.
Tri-State University
In addition to its proven track record in producing work-ready engineers, Tri-State University offers excellent career opportunities for students with an interest in computers. Degree programs in management information systems, computer engineering, and computer science prepare students for highly compensated careers as systems analysts, database managers, or computer engineers.
Tusculum College
Imagine an education that goes far beyond the 4 walls of a classroom. Tusculum believes that to actually learn something, students need to experience it. With the focused calendar (1 course at a time for 3Ç weeks), students have hands-on experiences that allow them to travel to such places as Costa Rica, England, Mexico, Scotland, and Spain.
Union College
Union College has embarked on the most ambitious facilities project in its history. Phase One of the project includes construction of a new student apartment building, the conversion of Stevenson Hall into a state-of-the-art academic center, improvements to the athletic fields, and renovations to Speed Hall, the current administration building.
Union College
Major additions to the Union College campus as of fall 1998 were the F. W. Olin Center, a $9-million high-technology classroom and laboratory building funded by the F. W. Olin Foundation of New York City, and the $17.6-million renovated and expanded College library.
United States Military Academy
Become a leader who can make a difference for the nation in the 21st century. West Point offers this opportunity, challenging outstanding young men and women in academics, leadership, and physical development. The West Point experience builds a foundation for career success as an Army officer; it is tough but rewarding. Graduates earn a Bachelor of Science degree and a commission as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army.
Unity College
Unity College's Learning Resource Center provides academic support services for students who need academic improvement. The center offers courses, advising, tutoring, study skills workshops, and counseling. The staff consists of 6 full-time faculty members, including a learning disabilities specialist.
The University of Akron
The University of Akron is a major metropolitan research and teaching institution. It offers more than 200 undergraduate majors and areas of study leading to associate and bachelor's degrees. For advanced study, the University provides 100 master's degree programs and options, 18 doctoral degree programs, and 4 law degree programs.
University of Alaska Fairbanks
UAF is America's premier institution of northern scholarship, discovery, and adventure. Located in Interior Alaska, a land of rivers, forests, mountains, wildlife, and the Northern Lights, the University is known for research in arctic phenomena, including global climate change. The 2,250-acre campus boasts state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, recreational facilities, and residence halls.
University of Bridgeport
The University of Bridgeport offers scholarships and grants to students, including the Challenge Grant (up to $3000), Academic Grant (up to $6000), Academic Scholarship (up to $10,000), and Academic Excellence and Leadership Scholarship (up to $20,770). All awards are renewable for 4 years, based on satisfactory academic achievement and good standing. Students may also be eligible for financial aid in addition to a scholarship or grant. Telephone: 800-EXCEL-UB (toll-free); Web site: www.bridgeport.edu.
University of California, Riverside
University of California, Riverside, combines the comprehensive excellence of the nation's finest public university with the individual attention of a small campus. Small class sizes and faculty interaction contribute to favorable graduation rates. The vast majority of incoming freshmen graduate in 4 years or fewer. Extensive support services and activities ensure students' academic success and personal enjoyment. Ample housing and financial aid are available.
University of Central Arkansas
UCA is a multipurpose university with Colleges of Business Administration, Education, Liberal Arts, Health and Applied Sciences, Fine Arts and Communication, and Natural Sciences and Mathematics. More than $100 million in construction, diversification of faculty, and a developing international program are major recent advancements. On-campus housing is available for 2,000 students.
University of Chicago
The Undergraduate College of the University of Chicago is at the heart of one of the world's great intellectual communities and centers of learning, where 71 Nobel laureates have researched, studied, or taught. The College offers 50 concentrations of study and the first established and most extensive general education curriculum.
University of Cincinnati
Students receive an outstanding education where they can choose from 325 academic programs, exceptional co-op opportunities with 1,400 employers, and 275 student organizations. Rich with opportunity and fascinatingly diverse, the University of Cincinnati prepares students for their future: job, graduate school, and life. Campus tours and information sessions are available daily (telephone: 513-556-1100; e-mail: admissions@uc.edu).
University of Connecticut
Recognized for its excellent academic programs, knowledgeable professors, and top-notch athletics, UConn has also been called a "top value" and a "best buy." A top-rated research university, UConn is currently in the midst of a historic building program called UCONN 2000, a nationally unprecedented 10-year, $1-billion program to renew, rebuild, and enhance UConn campuses for the next century.
University of Dayton
Recognized as one of the nation's leading Catholic universities, the University of Dayton offers the resources and diversity of a comprehensive university and the attention and accessibility of a small college. The impressive campus, challenging academic programs, advanced research facilities, NCAA Division I athletic programs, wired campus, and access to the Dayton metropolitan community are big-school advantages. Small classes, undergraduate emphasis, student-centered faculty and staff, residential campus, and friendliness are small-school qualities.
University of Detroit Mercy
The University of Detroit Mercy, a Catholic university in the Jesuit and Mercy traditions, provides excellent student-centered undergraduate and graduate education in an urban context. Detroit is surrounded by thousands of exciting sports, music and entertainment venues, museums and art galleries, and restaurants and pubs. UDM's urban location allows faculty members and students to partner with leaders in the health-care, business, and automotive industries. With one of the oldest cooperative education programs in the nation, UDM students can earn professional experience (and a professional paycheck) during the undergraduate experience. UDM professors are not only accessible but also proactive in getting to know their students. UDM's comfortably safe campus in an urban setting is the perfect place for students who value a real-world experience with all the benefits of an attentive faculty. Generous academic scholarships and financial aid packages are available.
University of Evansville
For 7 consecutive years, the University of Evansville has been ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top 15 outstanding Midwest regional universities and as one of the best values in the Midwest.
The University of Findlay
Eleven pre-health profession tracks are offered leading to current and proposed degree programs, including athletic training, nuclear medicine, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and physician assistant studies. Environmental, safety, and occupational health management programs prepare students for these fields. Equestrian studies (English, Western, equine management), pre-veterinary medicine, and bilingual studies in Spanish and Japanese are other programs earning Findlay recognition.
University of La Verne
Students at the University of La Verne, a small liberal arts college that takes pride in offering personalized education, are encouraged to apply the theoretical concepts taught in the classroom to real-world settings, often through internships. The core curriculum emphasizes a multicultural world view, which is evident in the diversity of the campus community. The University also has a special history of serving students who are the first in their families to attend college; a large portion of this group come from the Latino/Hispanic community.
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Some of the most exciting students and best teaching talents anywhere are coming together at a young university located in the suburbs of Baltimore that has approximately 9,000 undergraduates. UMBC's leadership in technology, friendly campus climate, business and industry partnerships, and ability to place students in leading graduate programs and promising careers are just a few of the reasons why students who could attend any college are choosing UMBC.
University of Massachusetts Amherst
The Commonwealth College Honors Program combines an innovative curriculum, rigorous standards, and a residential academic experience. The College encourages creativity, initiative, responsibility, collaboration, and independent thought. Profile of first-year honors students: mean SAT, 1312; median GPA, 3.9; on average in top 6% of their high school class.
University of Massachusetts Boston
The University of Massachusetts Boston is a public urban university, located on a peninsula in Boston Harbor, just 3 miles south of the city and adjacent to the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum. Established in 1964, the University enrolls more than 13,000 students in both undergraduate and graduate programs.
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth enrolls more than 6,000 students on its 710-acre campus in southeastern Massachusetts. Five colleges offer 37 undergraduate and 18 graduate programs. Publicly supported, the University provides affordable options in professional and preprofessional programs as well as in a variety of cocurricular activities, organizations, and teams.
University of Missouri-Rolla
University of Missouri-Rolla educates students in engineering, science, and the liberal arts. This internationally known research institution offers a 13:1 student-faculty ratio, small class sizes, and an active student body. With high-quality instruction, a dedicated faculty, and top laboratories, the University of Missouri-Rolla educates tomorrow's leaders.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
UNLV, America's youngest major university, offers excellent undergraduate and graduate degree programs, reasonable tuition, modern learning facilities, and extracurricular activities and organizations. UNLV's fields of study, considered among the best available anywhere, include business, hotel administration, education, law, liberal arts, fine arts, engineering, health sciences, physical therapy, natural sciences, and communication studies.
University of New Haven
The University of New Haven is a comprehensive, independent, coeducational institution offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in arts and sciences, business, engineering, hotel/restaurant, tourism and dietetics administration, and public safety and professional studies. Small classes, close student-faculty relationships, and preparation for successful careers in today's competitive global marketplace are the hallmarks of a UNH education.
University of Pittsburgh
The University Honors College combines the educational advantages of a small liberal arts college with the scholarly resources of a major research university. Established for capable and motivated undergraduates as a selective degree-granting school, the Honors College offers a faculty dedicated to teaching, academic rigor, small classes, individualized advising, an intellectual community founded on a reverence for attainment, and special opportunities for independent study and laboratory research.
University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg
Many people who visit the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg wonder why the campus buildings look so new. All of the buildings on the Greensburg campus have been built or totally renovated since 1989. Students can experience the Greensburg campus by scheduling a tour. Tours twice daily: Monday thru Friday.
University of Rochester
Rochester is a leading private university with a rich diversity of programs and personal attention that allows close contact with faculty members. Distinctive opportunities include the nationally recognized Take Five program for a tuition-free 5th year, the management certificate, and, for selected students, simultaneous admission to the undergraduate and medical schools.
University of St. Francis
The University of St. Francis announces a new degree in special education. The special education major trains teachers in both learning disabilities and social-emotional disorders, the highest shortage areas nationwide, giving students a wide range of potential career choices.
University of St. Thomas
St. Thomas, a coeducational, Catholic liberal arts university with more than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students--the largest independent university in Minnesota--is located in a quiet neighborhood only 10 minutes from the downtown areas of both St. Paul and Minneapolis. St. Thomas offers more than 80 majors, including business administration, computer science, journalism, biology, engineering, and pre-professional programs. St. Thomas emphasizes values-centered, career-oriented education.
The University of Scranton
The University of Scranton is a community of scholars; the 14:1 student-faculty ratio is the foundation for success. On average, 83 percent of entering freshmen remain to graduate, and 96 percent find employment or attend graduate school within 6 months of graduation. Students are placed in medical schools, law schools, and Fulbright fellowships at rates significantly above the national average, and more than 1,000 alumni are CEOs. With new majors in enterprise management technology and human resources studies and a new building for each of the last 17 years, Scranton maintains a culture of excellence.
University of Southern California
Hailed for linking a powerful educational community with a diverse city and neighborhood, USC is the largest private university in the west. USC students benefit from a creative research and teaching menu, freely choosing majors and minors from demanding traditional liberal arts and science programs and 18 respected professional schools. Living in Southern California gives students a comprehensive academic and hands-on experience.
University of Southern Maine
Combining a small-school atmosphere with the choices of a larger university, USM is just 2 hours from Boston, with access to the ocean, lakes, and ski resorts. Features include dedicated faculty members, small class sizes, a diverse student body, internships and cooperative education, a new field house and ice arena, and a dual residential campus (urban and rural). USM provides students with real value: a high-quality education at an affordable cost.
The University of Tampa
A diversely populated campus bustles with record enrollments and more than $70 million in recent construction and technology improvements. More than 70 percent of residence halls are less than 4 years old. Tampa Bay was recently named the number one job market in the south and one of the best places to live.
The University of Texas at Tyler
The University of Texas at Tyler, a broad-spectrum liberal arts university, also offers academic programs that support professional and specialized careers. Seventy-four bachelor's and master's degree programs are offered through the University's 6 schools, which include the Schools of Business Administration, Education and Psychology, Engineering, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Sciences and Mathematics. For more information, students should call 903-566-7202.
The University of the Arts
In addition to many degree programs in the fine arts, performing arts, and visual arts, recent developments include a BFA degree in writing for film and television, a BFA in multimedia, and a BS in communication (with a choice of marketing, documentary media production, and cyber journalism).
University of the Pacific
Comprehensive is the best word to describe the University of the Pacific. The integration of liberal arts and sciences with professional study provides undergraduate students with a wealth of academic opportunities in a personally supportive community. Located halfway between the San Francisco Bay and the Sierra Nevada mountains, Pacific offers its students a wide variety of educational, cultural, recreational, and social opportunities.
University of the Sciences in Philadelphia
The University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, formerly known as the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science, is a private university of more than 2,000 students. USP offers 18 majors in 3 colleges: Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, College of Health Sciences, and College of Arts and Sciences. All students are admitted directly into their major of choice for the entire program length and are not required to reapply for admission at a later date.
University of West Florida
The University of West Florida--near historic Pensacola and the world-famous beaches of the Gulf of Mexico--offers an inviting, environmentally friendly setting for study. Small classes, opportunities for individually tailored educational experiences, and scholarships for academic performance help make UWF an extraordinary value in higher education.
Urbana University
The mission of Urbana University is to offer an exemplary liberal arts education in a small college environment emphasizing individual attention, excellence in instruction, career-oriented programs, and affirmation of moral and ethical values. Urbana University operates on the principle that all policies, practices, and decisions must be made in the best interest of the students served.
Ursinus College
Ursinus College, founded in 1869, is selective and coeducational and offers a high-quality liberal arts curriculum that prepares students for professional and graduate schools. Ursinus is especially well known for its excellent placement of graduates in advanced schools of medicine, science, law, education, and business. Ursinus holds a distinguished campus chapter of Phi Beta Kappa.
Utica College of Syracuse University
Utica College offers a warm, friendly atmosphere with small classes and a dedicated faculty. Students choose from 33 majors in both the liberal arts and professional career programs. Extensive cooperative education and internship opportunities provide students with valuable experience in the workplace. Upon graduation, Utica College students receive the internationally recognized Syracuse University degree.
Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University enrolls talented students who are challenged daily to expand their intellectual horizons and free their imaginations. Dialogue, service, the Honor Code, the search for knowledge and personal fulfillment--a Vanderbilt education enhances the life of every student. Vanderbilt alumni carry with them not only knowledge gained in classes but also a lifelong connection to a special community of learners. Vanderbilt is committed to enrolling talented, motivated students from diverse backgrounds. The University offers a full range of financial aid and financing options for those who need assistance.
Vanguard University of Southern California
Vanguard University offers a number of majors that prepare students to work in cross-cultural applications: international business (with an anthropology minor), Spanish, cultural anthropology, sociology, and religion, with a concentration in intercultural and urban studies. In addition, the southern California region provides a wealth of intercultural experiences.
Vermont Technical College
Vermont Tech offers education for careers in today's technology-driven workplace. A residential, coeducational college offering both associate and bachelor's degree programs on its 544-acre campus in central Vermont, VTC has state-of-the-art laboratories and equipment, one of the most sophisticated microcomputer networks in Vermont, and an outstanding 65-member full-time faculty.
Virginia Commonwealth University
VCU is noted for excellent programs in the arts, business, health sciences, education, mass communications, and others and its diverse student body. Honors freshmen are encouraged to investigate distinctive curricula, including the 4-year MBA program and guaranteed admission programs in medicine, dentistry, and other medical and professional fields. The School of Engineering, offering degrees in biomedical, chemical, mechanical, and electrical engineering, graduates its first class in spring 2000.
Virginia Intermont College
Students from all over the United States who are looking for a solid liberal arts background with a variety of academic majors come to Virginia Intermont. They appreciate the individualized instruction and challenging academic atmosphere. Specialized areas, such as photography, equine studies, paralegal studies, and sports management, are invaluable assets to the educational background and practical experience that Virginia Intermont College has to offer.
Voorhees College
Voorhees is a small liberal arts college with a friendly, family-like atmosphere and a caring faculty and staff dedicated to excellence. The hub of student activities is the Health and Human Resources Center, which has a sports arena, student center, and swimming pool. Voorhees has a successful intercollegiate and intramural athletic program.
Wagner College
Rated "top tier" by U.S. News & World Report, Wagner's curriculum has been recognized for its excellence and innovation while still rooted in the classical liberal arts tradition. The integration of internships and field experiences into the curriculum secures Wagner's place as New York City's only residential liberal arts college.
Walsh College of Accountancy and Business Administration
Walsh College in Troy, Michigan, specializes in a business curriculum that offers bachelor's degree completion programs in accounting, computer information systems, finance, general business, management, and marketing. A minimum of 60 semester credit hours are needed to transfer. Graduate programs include the MBA and Master of Science degrees in finance, information management and communication, management, professional accountancy, and taxation. Extension sites include the Novi Campus and University Centers in Port Huron and Clinton Township.
Warren Wilson College
Warren Wilson isn't for everyone. Some colleges treat prospective students as if they're all alike. There are very few alike students at Warren Wilson. Balancing academics, working on campus, and performing community service may not be the experience many are looking for. But that's the point--Warren Wilson is not for everyone. Solid academic students who want to make a difference in the world and who are environmentally aware may want to consider applying to Warren Wilson.
Wartburg College
Wartburg's integrated approach to education combines the liberal arts with an emphasis on leadership education and global and multicultural studies. Cultural immersion programs offer academic credit and give students the opportunity to live and work in Australia, Brazil, China, England, France, Germany, Ghana, Guyana, Indonesia, Jamaica, Mexico, Palestine, Spain, Tanzania, and Turkey.
Washington & Jefferson College
Now in its 3rd century, Washington & Jefferson College continues to be one of America's premier liberal arts colleges. High-quality academic programs and a student-centered approach characterize a W&J education. Programs in prehealth and prelaw are nationally recognized, with medical and law school acceptance rates among the highest in the country.
Washington Bible College
Since 1938, Washington Bible College has been preparing students for God-centered lives and careers through programs that include biblical, general, and professional studies. Located on a 63-acre campus in suburban Maryland, WBC fosters an environment that enables students to grow spiritually, socially, and intellectually.
Washington College
Washington College has initiated a $40,000 scholarship program expressly for National Honor Society and Cum Laude Society members. Washington College NHS/CLS Scholarships are $10,000 annual awards renewable through the completion of 8 semesters. To be eligible for scholarship consideration, a student must apply for freshman aid no later than February 15 of the senior year. For more information, students should contact the Admissions Office or visit the WC Web Site at http://www.washcoll.edu.
Webber College
More than 85% placement record: whether a student's goal is to work for one of the business world giants such as the Hilton Corporation, to return home to manage a family business, or to become an entrepreneur, Webber prepares students for that challenge.
Webb Institute
Webb Institute is a private engineering college, where all undergraduate students receive a full-tuition scholarship. BS degrees in naval architecture and marine engineering are offered. There is a cooperative work term in each year and a 100% employment record. Competitive selection of students is based on academic record, standardized test scores, and motivation for program. The Institute's programs are fully accredited.
Wells College
Wells College believes that the 21st century will be a time of unprecedented opportunity for women. Women who are prepared for leadership roles will have a distinct advantage. Wells College has an integrative liberal arts curriculum designed to prepare women for the leadership roles they will assume in all areas of life in the next century. Wells women are being prepared to become the leaders in a variety of fields: business, government, the arts, sciences, medicine, and education. The liberal arts curriculum, combined with a wide array of internships, outstanding study-abroad opportunities, leadership programs, and a wealth of cocurricular activities, helps Wells women realize their potential and career goals.
Wentworth Institute of Technology
Founded in 1904, Wentworth Institute of Technology offers bachelor's degrees in architecture, computer science, design, engineering, engineering technology, and management of technology. Wentworth provides an education that balances classroom theory with laboratory/studio practice and work experience through its strong co-op program. Approximately 3,000 students attend this private coeducational institution, located on a 35-acre campus on Huntington Avenue, across from Boston's Museum of Fine Arts.
Western Illinois University
Western Illinois University guarantees a fixed rate of tuition, fees, room, and board for all new undergraduate students. The program establishes and freezes a per-semester-hour cost for students for 4 years as long as they maintain continuous enrollment at Western. All new undergraduate students entering the University are automatically included.
Western State College of Colorado
Western is home to about 2,500 students pursuing undergraduate degrees in a range of liberal arts and science areas and compatible professional disciplines. Small classes afford students tremendous amounts of hands-on instruction from professors. The residential setting in the midst of the Rocky Mountains gives them ample opportunity for campus involvement and spectacular recreational activities. Visit the Western Web site at http://www.western.edu/welcome.html.
Western Washington University
Western Washington University is an innovative public university considered to be among the foremost institutions in the Pacific Northwest. Western is recognized for excellence in undergraduate education, an increasingly diverse and multicultural learning environment, and a strong sense of community. Primary reasons for attending Western are academic reputation, location, size, job placement, and cost.
Westminster College
Westminster College, an independent, coeducational liberal arts college related to the Presbyterian Church (USA), was founded in 1852. Westminster's liberal arts foundation thrives in a caring environment supported by an integrative curriculum featuring state-of-the-art technology and opportunities for involvement to prepare students for a diverse world while choosing from 52 majors.
West Virginia University Institute of Technology
Tech's home is in scenic, wild-and-wonderful West Virginia, with opportunities for snow skiing and white-water rafting nearby. Tech offers more than 35 majors, including engineering, engineering technologies, business, computer science, social sciences, nursing, dental hygiene, health service administration, and printing. In addition, Tech offers an optional 5-year program in cooperative education and a practicum experience in social science. The low student-faculty ratio ensures a personalized education for Tech students.
West Virginia Wesleyan College
West Virginia Wesleyan College now offers a Five-Year Undergraduate/Master of Business Administration Program, so that all students majoring in business or economics can graduate after 5 years with a bachelor's degree plus an MBA degree. In addition, Wesleyan now requires students to complete an online application for admission (http://www.wvwc.edu).
Wheeling Jesuit University
WJU, the youngest school of the 60 best regional universities recognized by U.S. News & World Report 3 years in a row, will break ground in spring 2000 for a new $8.5 million science center. The 50,000 square foot building will house several faculty offices, classrooms, research rooms, and a computer science center and is targeted for completion in the fall of 2001.
Whitman College
Whitman College is committed to providing an excellent, well-rounded liberal arts and sciences undergraduate education. A concentration on basic disciplines combined with a supportive residential life program that encourages personal and social development is intended to foster intellectual vitality, confidence, leadership, and the flexibility to succeed in a changing technological and multicultural world. An active student-faculty research program, required senior projects, and comprehensive examinations challenge students in all areas of the arts and sciences. Whitman's location in Walla Walla, Washington, offers an ideal setting in the Pacific Northwest for a rigorous education, an active campus life, and a strong sense of community.
Widener University
At Widener, a student's success is the most important thing on the agenda. A small-college atmosphere, a caring attitude, and close attention to student needs characterize the educational atmosphere. Widener is a private, comprehensive university. Emphasis is placed on challenging and motivating students and helping them realize their potential.
Wilberforce University
For 143 years, Wilberforce University, the nation's oldest historically African-American private college, has provided academically excellent education opportunities. A rigorous curriculum; mandatory cooperative education; study-abroad in England, Egypt, and Israel; cultural and extracurricular programming; and intercollegiate athletic programs are provided to prepare students for careers and graduate and professional studies.
Wilkes University
A comprehensive, private university of intimate size, Wilkes University offers high-quality academic programs in business, engineering, sciences, and liberal arts; preprofessional programs in dentistry, medicine, optometry, and law; and a 6-year Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Students have unparalleled access to faculty members and research opportunities, and 99 percent gain employment or attend graduate/professional school within 6 months of graduation.
William Jewell College
The Oxbridge Honors Program, a program of tutorials and examinations through which a small number of academically outstanding students may pursue their areas of concentration, is available at William Jewell College. As its name implies, it is an American adaptation of the educational method of the great English universities, Oxford and Cambridge.
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Committed to student success, William Paterson University seeks ambitious students who are up to its challenge. Small classes and a distinguished faculty; 29 majors; preprofessional programs in dentistry, engineering, medicine, law, and communication disorders; and seven distinctive honors programs provide a rewarding educational experience that far exceeds its cost.
Williams Baptist College
Williams Baptist College is a 4-year, liberal arts college affiliated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention located in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas. The College offers more than 22 academic programs with an average class size of 17 and is one of the least expensive private colleges in the US. Williams, a member of the NAIA, fields varsity teams in 7 sports. Telephone: 800-722-4434 (toll-free); World Wide Web: http://www.wbcoll.edu
Wilmington College
Wilmington College is a small career-oriented college that specializes in offering a personal learning atmosphere to every student. Wilmington College encourages applications from students who, in its judgment, show promise of academic achievement, regardless of past performance. Applications are reviewed and accepted on a continuous basis. Freshmen and transfer students are admitted to the fall, spring, and summer terms.
Wilson College
For 130 years, Wilson has been educating women in a rich tradition of liberal arts. Academic programs allow students to concentrate on interests while receiving a balanced, marketable education. Wilson now offers a major in equine-facilitated therapeutics that combines knowledge of the horse with an in-depth study of the use of the horse as a means of therapy.
Wofford College
Long known for Phi Beta Kappa academic standards and efficient management that delivers high-quality programs at reasonable costs, Wofford is the smallest college in the nation with an NCAA Division I football program. In the summer, the NFL's Carolina Panthers use Wofford's excellent athletic and wellness facilities for their training camps.
Wright State University
Wright State University puts students first, with many small classes, an emphasis on learning outside the classroom, and a rich campus life. Classrooms, research, and extracurricular facilities are state-of-the-art. Modern student housing ranks among the best in the Midwest.
Xavier University
Founded in 1831, Xavier University is a Jesuit university that seeks to educate the whole person. The Jesuit tradition is evident in Xavier's love of ideas and rigorous intellectual inquiry, respect for life, passion for justice, and sense of community and working together for the common good. With 67 majors and 38 minors, numerous scholarships, and opportunities for leadership and service, Xavier is more than a degree--it's an education for life.
York College
York College, founded in 1890, is a private, liberal arts college offering 4 bachelor's degrees in 29 fields to a student body of more than 500. York is one of the most affordable Christian colleges in America and is accredited by NCACS. It offers NAIA sports and is located in one of the top 20 Best Small Towns in America.
Youngstown State University
Located on a beautiful campus in northeast Ohio, YSU offers more than 100 major programs at 2-year, 4-year, and graduate levels. A 20:1 student-faculty ratio, flexible curriculum planning, simplified transfer options, and an expanding honors program characterize YSU's academics. A comprehensive scholarship and financial aid program is available. Prospective students are invited to tour the campus and meet with professors in their major.
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