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The Top Ten Small Colleges in the US

February 2, 2017

Jamie Stewart

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Small liberal arts colleges abound in the United States. Many offer high-quality academics and experiential activities that greatly enhance the college experience while preserving an intimate setting for learning. Our evaluations took into consideration student population of under 3,000 attendees, percentage acceptance, the total cost per year, average student debt upon graduation, average student salary […]

These Are the 10 Most Sublimely Beautiful College Campuses In America

The Top 5 Schools in the ACC

December 12, 2016

Jamie Stewart

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College Towns

The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) is all about athletic prowess, but only a handful of students that attend these colleges and universities participate in Division I athletics. Most have no aspirations to pursue athletics as a career, so what is it that attracts students to these schools for their college educations? America Unravelled has investigated […]

Ten Intriguing Facts About New England’s Most Iconic College Town

Historical America: The Top Five Colleges for History Majors

November 21, 2016

Jamie Stewart

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College Towns

Is History a Part of Your Future? OK, I will be right upfront from the start, I love history, and I graduated from college with a BA in History. So some of my comments regarding History Majors are a bit slanted, but they are honest and sincere. Picking the top five colleges for History Majors […]

Ten Intriguing Facts About New England’s Most Iconic College Town

Feeling Welcome: The Top 5 Colleges for Hospitality Studies

November 17, 2016

Alana Armstrong

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College Towns

Hospitality services have become a huge industry on a global scale, but it takes a lot of business studies, trend-seeking, travel and practical experience before someone goes from dishwasher to manager, or from bartender to Sommelier. Colleges that specialize in hospitality must offer a wide range of practical and experiential learning, and in-the-field connections so […]

Ten Intriguing Facts About New England’s Most Iconic College Town

Learning to Ski: The Top Five US Ski High Schools

November 5, 2016

Lana Pelly

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College Towns

Defined as the ultimate winter sports experience, skiing has soared in popularity so significantly that learning it has now been transformed into a burgeoning industry with a myriad of ski high schools opening up across the country to groom budding professional skiers. Many young ski enthusiasts dream of becoming a professional and as a result […]

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10 Best Small Colleges in Pennsylvania

October 27, 2016

Jamie Stewart

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College Towns

There are many prospective students who are seeking the intimacy of a small college. The Keystone State, also known as Pennsylvania, has a plethora of excellent small colleges that are worth taking a look at. Here are the top ten picks by America Unraveled: 10. Haverford College Haverford College is a private, coeducational liberal arts […]

These Are the 10 Most Sublimely Beautiful College Campuses In America

The Top Five Colleges for Environmental Education

October 24, 2016

Alana Armstrong

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College Towns

We use things learned in environmental education classes to do everything we do during the day, from choosing the correct receptacle for our refuse to how we navigate our way to work. What’s more, a lot of the decisions we make throughout the day create pollution. So, why isn’t everyone using energy sources in smarter […]

Check Out America’s 10 Most Intelligent Mid-Size Cities

The Forefront of Entrepreneurial Learning: Ball State University

October 10, 2016

Lana Pelly

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College Towns

The term ‘entrepreneur’ is ingrained in the narrative of a self-starting person exerting creativity to build strong value for associated stakeholders and beneficiaries. Have you always assumed that entrepreneurial skill was a birthright limited only to some? You may want to rethink that. Most people anticipate that entrepreneurs are born with a natural talent to […]

Discover the Top 10 Hidden Gem Cities In the US

So You Messed Up in High School: 10 Great Colleges That Are Looking For You

October 3, 2016

Jamie Stewart

298

College Towns

So You Messed Up in High School So you messed up in high school. You didn’t really apply yourself and your SAT and ACT scores are not up to par. Now it’s time to not only think about college, but it’s time to apply for admission to a college. Your parents are having a fit! […]

Here are the 10 Smartest Public Universities In the US

Life On Campus: The Top Five Dorms in the US

September 27, 2016

Alan Lee

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A Short Introduction to Dorm Living Students have been living in dorms for centuries. Initially, student lodging was constructed near or around libraries for a couple of reasons. First, students were able to access the information necessary for learning more easily when in close proximity to it. And second, living a sequestered life in a […]

Ten Intriguing Facts About New England’s Most Iconic College Town

Ranking Michigan’s State Universities: Here’s Our Top Ten

September 26, 2016

Liz Naughton

777

College Towns

You are looking at the public university system in your home state of Michigan because your parents are making you. California sounds better until you start looking at in-state tuition and what your home state has to offer. Now before you say it’s cheaper to go to school in California, remember, you would be out […]

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The Top Eight College Homecoming Celebrations in America

September 7, 2016

Jamie Stewart

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College Towns

Back in the 1960’s, The Beach Boys had a hit entitled “Be True to Your School”. Part of the lyrics went like this, “…be true to your school now, like you would to your girl or guy, be true to your school now, let your colors fly…”. To me, these lyrics define the meaning of […]

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Awesome College Choices in Alaska

September 6, 2016

Liz Naughton

111

College Towns

Alaska is a huge state with a lot of open space. The weather varies significantly from one area to the next and can be really harsh, making a trip to class a challenge. Alaska also recognizes the difficulties students face and works diligently to make post secondary education accessible to all who want it. The […]

Bucket List: America’s Five Most Unforgettable (and fun!) Marathons

Most Notable Higher Ed Institutions in New Mexico

August 2, 2016

Liz Naughton

711

College Towns

Did you know that New Mexico has some tremendous higher ed institutions, and that you can get a great deal on your education if you live in the state? Did you know there are a range of institutions that cater to a wide variety of passions and possible career aspirations? Case and point, the Institute […]

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The Top Ten Schools in the Texas Public University System

July 28, 2016

Liz Naughton

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College Towns

I have heard it said that everything is big in Texas, and that may be true to a point, but here are ten fantastic college options in Texas that do not come with a huge price tag when compared nationally to other public universities. So read on and learn about all that Texas has to offer. […]

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Check Out The 10 Most Unusual College Majors

July 18, 2016

Liz Naughton

615

College Towns

Over 20.2 million students attend American universities and colleges every year, but not everyone wants to use their college degree to score a financial gold mine in Wall Street or even a regular 9 to 5 desk job. The idea of sitting behind a computer crunching numbers for endless hours is soul crushing for some students […]

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[Brew Series] Training America’s Next Brewers: The Top Brew Schools in the US

July 13, 2016

Jane Saxon

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College Towns

There’s Nothing Like a Frosty Glass You love beer. You love the recent explosion of micro and nano-brewed craft beer. You’ve been brewing at home for ages. Your dream is to open a microbrewery – but do you know how? It seems like many people have been asking the same question. So many people that […]

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How UMass Lowell is becoming America’s Most Affordable University

June 24, 2016

Alan Lee

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College Towns

What Is UMass Lowell? As the name suggests, UMass Lowell is a public university in Lowell, Massachusetts that belongs to the University of Massachusetts system. It has risen from humble beginnings to become one of the most respected institutions in the state, and in recent times, it has been rising higher still by making its […]

Ten Intriguing Facts About New England’s Most Iconic College Town

California’s 10 Leading State Universities

June 15, 2016

Liz Naughton

167.93K

College Towns

So you applied to Stanford, and you didn’t get in. Don’t despair; the California State University System has a lot to offer and at a more affordable price. There are twenty-three campuses with eight off-campus centers throughout the state serving about four hundred and seventy-four thousand students and employing about forty-nine thousand faculty and staff. […]

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The Top 10 SUNY Schools Ranked

June 8, 2016

Jane Saxon

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College Towns

The State University of New York (SUNY) is the largest university system in the US. SUNY is comprised of 64 institutions of higher learning, which include some of the preeminent research universities, medical centers, and liberal arts colleges in the nation. Educating 463k students and with nearly 3 million alumni around the globe, SUNY clearly […]