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Cambridge, MA • Private, Non-Profit, City, Need-Blind
MIT is a world leader in science, engineering, and technology education and research. The Institute is known for its rigorous academics and innovative culture, fostering technological breakthroughs and alumni such…Read More
MIT is a world leader in science, engineering, and technology…Read More
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Princeton, NJ • Private, Non-Profit, City, Need-Blind
Princeton is renowned for having some of the best academics in the entire world. Famous for its Eating Clubs, Princeton has produced alumni such as Woodrow Wilson, Jeff Bezos, and…Read More
Princeton is renowned for having some of the best academics…Read More
Atlanta, GA • Public, City
Georgia Institute of Technology, commonly known as Georgia Tech, is a top-ranked public research university in Atlanta, Georgia, known for its strong engineering, computing, and business programs. With a vibrant…Read More
Georgia Institute of Technology, commonly known as Georgia Tech, is…Read More
Swarthmore, PA • Private, Non-Profit, Suburb, Need-Blind
Swarthmore College, located in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, is a private liberal arts college known for its academic rigor and small class sizes. The college's Scott Arboretum encompasses 425 acres of gardens…Read More
Swarthmore College, located in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, is a private liberal…Read More
Charlottesville, VA • Public, Suburb
Founded by Thomas Jefferson, UVA is known for its historic campus and strong programs in law, business, and the humanities. The Rotunda, designed by Jefferson, is a UNESCO World Heritage…Read More
Founded by Thomas Jefferson, UVA is known for its historic…Read More
New York, NY • Private, Non-Profit, City, Need-Blind
Located in the heart of New York City, Cooper Union is known for its strong programs in architecture, engineering, and art. The college offers half-tuition scholarships to all admitted students…Read More
Located in the heart of New York City, Cooper Union…Read More
Pittsburgh, PA • Private, Non-Profit, City
Carnegie Mellon has been the home of many new fields of study, including machine learning, robotics, computational biology, management science, and drama. Located in Pittsburg, CMU has always been on…Read More
Carnegie Mellon has been the home of many new fields…Read More
Wellesley, MA • Private, Non-Profit, Suburb, Need-Blind
Wellesley College, situated in Wellesley, Massachusetts, is a women's liberal arts college known for its strong focus on women's education and leadership. The campus includes the scenic Lake Waban, which…Read More
Wellesley College, situated in Wellesley, Massachusetts, is a women's liberal…Read More
Lexington, VA • Private, Non-Profit, Town, Need-Blind
Washington and Lee University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Lexington, Virginia. There are currently 1,861 undergraduates at Washington and Lee and the school’s acceptance rate is 17%.…Read More
Washington and Lee University is a private, non-profit 4-year college…Read More
Bethlehem, PA • Private, Non-Profit, City
Lehigh University, located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is a private research university known for its strengths in engineering, business, and environmental studies. The university's Mountaintop Campus provides students with state-of-the-art research…Read More
Lehigh University, located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is a private research…Read More
Middletown, CT • Private, Non-Profit, City
Situated in Middletown, Connecticut, Wesleyan is known for its progressive liberal arts education and strong sense of community. Notable alumni include Lin-Manuel Miranda, creator of "Hamilton," and director Michael Bay.Read More
Situated in Middletown, Connecticut, Wesleyan is known for its progressive…Read More
Haverford, PA • Private, Non-Profit, Suburb
Haverford College is a highly selective liberal arts school known for its Honor Code, which emphasizes student integrity and self-governance. The college has a close partnership with Bryn Mawr College,…Read More
Haverford College is a highly selective liberal arts school known…Read More
Medford, MA • Private, Non-Profit, Suburb
Situated just outside Boston, Tufts University is known for its strong emphasis on internationalism, active citizenship, and interdisciplinary research. The university comprises several schools, including the School of Arts and…Read More
Situated just outside Boston, Tufts University is known for its…Read More
Northampton, MA • Private, Non-Profit, Suburb
If you appreciate a self-directed education and a beautiful campus, Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts, could be the school for you. The college's extensive Botanic Garden, including the Lyman Plant…Read More
If you appreciate a self-directed education and a beautiful campus,…Read More
Utica, NY • Public, Suburb
SUNY Polytechnic Institute is a public 4-year college located in Utica, New York. There are currently 1,852 undergraduates at SUNY Poly and the school’s acceptance rate is 82%. The tuition…Read More
SUNY Polytechnic Institute is a public 4-year college located in…Read More
Poughkeepsie, NY • Private, Non-Profit, Suburb
Marist University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Poughkeepsie, New York. There are currently 5,069 undergraduates at Marist and the school’s acceptance rate is 63%. The tuition at…Read More
Marist University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in…Read More
Loudonville, NY • Private, Non-Profit, Suburb
Siena University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Loudonville, New York. There are currently 3,480 undergraduates at Siena and the school’s acceptance rate is 80%. The tuition at…Read More
Siena University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in…Read More
Pittsburgh, PA • Private, Non-Profit, City
Duquesne University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. There are currently 5,087 undergraduates at Duquesne and the school’s acceptance rate is 87%. The tuition at Duquesne…Read More
Duquesne University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in…Read More
Selinsgrove, PA • Private, Non-Profit, Town
Susquehanna University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania. There are currently 2,139 undergraduates at Susquehanna and the school’s acceptance rate is 81%. The tuition at Susquehanna…Read More
Susquehanna University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in…Read More
Garden City, NY • Private, Non-Profit, Suburb
Adelphi University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Garden City, New York. There are currently 5,004 undergraduates at Adelphi and the school’s acceptance rate is 66%. The tuition…Read More
Adelphi University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in…Read More
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