Spotlight Colleges

Anna Maria College Paxton, MA - Founded in 1946, Anna Maria College is a four-year, private, co-ed, Catholic, liberal arts institution located on a beautiful 192-acre campus in Paxton, MA minutes from Worcester, MA.  AMC provides quality programs that integrate liberal education and professional preparation that is committed to the fundamental value of liberal arts and sciences education rooted in the traditions of the Sisters of Saint Anne.  AMC offers over 35 undergraduate degree programs and over 22 graduate and continuing education programs. Popular majors include business, criminal justice, education, fire science, social work, and psychology.  Co-curricular programs abound at AMC including 15 competitive sports teams. Five new teams have been added including lacrosse, tennis and football.

Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA - Azusa Pacific University is located in the San Gabriel Valley community of Azusa, 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles. Situated on 52 acres, East Campus houses administrative facilities, classrooms, residence halls, a library, student center, and gymnasium. As an evangelical Christian university, APU affirms the supremacy of Christ in all areas of life. These beliefs and values exist at the core of the university.

Babson College Babson Park, MA- Babson's undergraduate curriculum integrates core competencies, key business disciplines, and the liberal arts into foundation, intermediate, and advanced-level courses. The competencies are rhetoric; quantitative and information analysis; entrepreneurial and creative thinking; ethics and social responsibility; global and multicultural perspectives; and leadership and teamwork; and critical and integrative thinking. Based on feedback from leading corporate executives, the curriculum is structured around these competencies to ensure that students develop varied skills, and are better able to adapt to an ever-changing business environment.

Bacone College Muskogee, OK - Bacone College is a four-year liberal arts college affiliated with the American Baptist Church embracing a historic educational mission with American Indians. Since our doors opened in 1880 we have been serving students from all regions, nations, and walks of life. Bacone is the oldest college of continuous education in the State of Oklahoma and is prepared to be your Alma Mater. Our beautiful 187-acre campus, faculty and staff invite you to join us during this exciting time in your life when you are setting the course of your future through the educational choices you make. Come find out why Bacone is the place you need to be.

Baker University Multiple Campuses Throughout Kansas - Baker is a private, liberal arts university that educates traditional and non-traditional students through small classes, innovative instructors and rigorous coursework. Alumni include four Rhodes Scholars, a Pulitzer Prize winner, entrepreneurs, educators, nurses, writers, artists, doctors, explorers and trendsetters who have shaped our world. Baker's 4,000-strong combined student body continues a long tradition of gaining the knowledge and confidence to set high goals and attain them.

Baruch College New York, NY - Baruch College is within easy reach of Wall Street, Midtown, and the global headquarters of major companies and firms, and gives students unparalleled internship, career, and networking opportunities. Some of the city’s top executives are Baruch alumni, and many of them regularly come to campus to share their expertise with current students. Baruch College’s 15,500 students, who speak 110 languages and come from 160 countries, have been repeatedly named the most ethnically diverse student body in the United States.

Blue Mountain College Blue Mountain, MS - Founded in 1873 as a Christian liberal arts college and affiliated since 1920 with the Mississippi Baptist Convention, Blue Mountain College assists students in developing intellectual integrity, academic excellence, social awareness, and Christian character. To accomplish the mission the College recruits undergraduate and graduate students who are committed to scholarship, servant leadership, and service in church and community. The student-centered campus exhibits a climate of personal attention, respect, inclusion and high expectations. With the leadership of professionals who share the common bond of Christian faith and who are committed to excellence, students are guided to reach their God-given potential.

Bryan College Dayton, TN - Bryan College has always been a four-year undergraduate college of arts and sciences, although until 1958 the corporate title used the term "University." The goals for institutional development and the changing climate in American higher education will continue to influence the educational program. However, the original institutional purpose as a Christian liberal arts college remains unchanged. With an awareness of its heritage and a commitment to its future, the College endeavors to serve its constituencies by traditional and novel means.

Bryant University Smithfield, RI - Throughout our 145-year history, Bryant has been building the knowledge and character of our students to help them achieve success. We are a student-centered university, focused on providing rigorous academic programs that integrate business and liberal arts to develop the skills and critical thinking that are essential to every profession. The College of Arts and Sciences' array of academic programs combines a deep understanding of theory with practical skills and marketable experience so students can make a meaningful impact immediately upon graduation. The College of Business offers business specialties with the depth and breadth of a large business school paired with the individual attention found on small college campuses.

Carlow University Pittsburgh, PA - Carlow University, a Catholic, women-centered, liberal arts institution embodies the heritage and values of the Sisters of Mercy while engaging its diverse community in a process of life-long learning, scholarship, and research.  With an enrollment currently under 2,200, and a student-faculty ratio of 12-1, students enjoy small classes and individual instruction.  The first Catholic, women-centered, liberal arts university in Pennsylvania, Carlow University prepares students for competent leadership and compassionate service in personal and professional life.  The student population is culturally diverse with 73 percent of graduating seniors gaining full-time employment within six months.  Come and see for yourself all we have to offer.

Christian Brothers University Memphis, TN - Christian Brothers University is renowned and respected for its distinctive, vibrant, and vigorous educational programs. This small, friendly, and remarkably diverse campus in central Memphis helps students develop ethical values even as it prepares them to step up, stand out, and lead in professional careers. Regularly rated one of the best universities in the South, CBU traces its roots to a 17th-century educational innovator, Saint John Baptist de La Salle. While strongly rooted in the 21st century, education at CBU honors those Lasallian traditions -- especially in the focus on faith, service, and community.

Clemson University Clemson, SC - Today, Clemson is redefining the term “top-tier research university” by combining the best of two models: the scientific and technological horsepower of a major research university and the highly engaged academic and social environment of a small college. With a distinctive governance system that fosters stability in leadership, unique college structures that create an unmatched climate for collaboration, and a driven, competitive spirit that encourages faculty, staff and students to embrace bold, sometimes audacious, goals, Clemson has set its sights on being one of the nation’s top-20 public universities by 2011.

Colorado State University Fort Collins, CO - Colorado State University is one of our nation's leading research universities with world-class research in infectious disease, atmospheric science, clean energy technologies, and environmental science. Colorado State University is the “university of choice” for Colorado residents – 30% of all of Colorado's science, math, engineering and technology majors pursue degrees at CSU. In addition to its excellent programs in those areas, CSU offers among the very best professional programs in the United States in veterinary medicine, occupational therapy, journalism, agriculture and construction management.

Cooper Union for The Advancement of Science & Art New York, NY - Through outstanding academic programs in architecture, art and engineering, The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art prepares talented students to make enlightened contributions to society. The College admits undergraduates solely on merit and awards full scholarships to all enrolled students. The institution provides close contact with a distinguished, creative faculty and fosters rigorous, humanistic learning that is enhanced by the process of design and augmented by the urban setting. Founded in 1859 by Peter Cooper, industrialist and philanthropist, The Cooper Union offers public programs for the civic, cultural and practicable enrichment of New York City.

College of Saint Thomas More Forth Worth, TX - The College of Saint Thomas More is an academic fellowship, faithful to the teaching and intellectual tradition of the Roman Catholic Church, sponsored and supported by its Board of Visitors, whose members represent learning in the Liberal Arts through their teaching and writing; invite into their company appropriately prepared students, both baccalaureate and occasional; who wish to share in this kind of learning; and guide them in attaining the educational objectives of the liberal arts curriculum through mastery and interpretation of the texts and ideas it represents. In addition to the formal learning proposed by its four-year curriculum, the College serves the metropolitan community by offering informal opportunities for learning in the liberal arts.

Concord University Athens, WV - Concord University provides rigorous programs, primarily at the baccalaureate level, which prepare students to pursue various graduate study and career options and to assume leadership and professional roles in a multicultural society. In keeping with its tradition of service to the region, the University will offer a limited number of carefully selected graduate degrees. While we incorporate a variety of educational methodologies/technologies, our size and the caring dedication of our faculty, staff and administration are the principal assurances of a quality educational opportunity at Concord University.

Dean College Franklin, MA, - Dean College was founded in 1865 as an academy with a mission of preparing students to complete a baccalaureate degree. Now, over 140 years later, the college mission remains the same, making Dean a unique private college that delivers a personalized education for every student. For thousands of students this difference has changed their lives. As you're about to see, it could do the same for you.

Delaware State University Dover, DE - You dream of doing amazing things with your life. Whether you’re enrolling in college for the first time, transferring from another college, or returning after several years, DSU offers new students the support and guidance necessary to achieve their goals. We offer challenging academic programs led by knowledgeable faculty. But your experience doesn’t end once you leave the classroom. DSU offers a wide variety of extra-curricular and volunteer opportunities to enrich and balance your college experience. Begin your journey at DSU towards a career that is personally and professionally rewarding.

Doane College Crete, NE - Doane College offers bright, ambitious, and service-minded students a world-class liberal arts and sciences education grounded in the uncompromising pursuit of leadership through academic excellence, innovation, community, and the creation of a special sense of place for each individual. Founded in 1872, Doane is Nebraska's first liberal arts and sciences college. More than 130 years later, Doane continues to graduate ethical leaders who serve their communities with distinction and impact the state, the nation, and the world.

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising - Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego & Orange County - FIDM provides the most relevant, specialized, professional education available to students seeking careers in the Fashion, Interior Design, Graphic Design, and Entertainment Industries.  With 16 exciting majors and four campuses strategically placed in the centers of California's #1 industries, FIDM offers a 2-year Associate of Arts Degrees & Advanced Study Programs as well as a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management.  With 7,500 students, 40,000 Graduates, 500 faculty members and a Committed Advisory Board of over 75 top industry professionals, FIDM provides the perfect marriage between education & industry.  Come visit us today to find out for yourself.

Franciscan University of Steubenville Steubenville, OH - Franciscan University boasts one of the largest and most energetic Student Life Departments of any college its size. We encourage our students to be participants - not spectators - and take great pride in the quality of life and variety of activities and organizations we offer. The University offers extensive opportunities for students to grow in their understanding and appreciation of the Catholic faith through participation in worship experiences, retreats, and workshops. A wide variety of student organizations serve the student body and new ones develop every year. They are a great avenue for using your talents and skills while getting valuable leadership and work experience.

Full Sail University Winter Park, FL - For more than 30 years, students from all over the world have come to Full Sail to pursue their interests within the many facets of the entertainment industry, and to turn their passion into successful careers that they love. Full Sail's unique curriculum emphasizes intensive, real-world education, using the latest industry equipment and production processes. Students develop their skills in world-class recording studios, spacious film soundstages, motion capture studio, and a professional performing arts hall, all housed in a 110+ studio, 190-acre multimedia complex. These production environments give students the experience and discipline they need to excel in their careers.

George Fox University Newberg, OR - George Fox University is a Christian university of the humanities, sciences and professional studies founded in 1891 by Quaker pioneers. We offer bachelor’s degrees in more than 40 majors, degree-completion programs for working adults, five seminary degrees, and 11 master’s and doctoral degrees. We are consistently ranked as one of the top Christian universities on the West Coast. More than 3,300 students attend classes on the university’s residential campus in Newberg, at its Portland, Salem, and Boise centers, and at other teaching sites in Oregon. George Fox University is ideally situated in the heart of the beautiful Willamette Valley. We are just 23 miles south of Portland, Oregon’s largest city and cultural center.

George Washington University Washington, DC - With an undergraduate population of 9,700 students, few private schools of our size have the number of majors, the array of classroom experiences, the privileged access to academic resources, and the well-connected faculty that GW offers. Each academic program provides students with a theoretical foundation combined with practical research and experiential learning opportunities. Innovation, development, and progress are hallmarks of a GW education. Because of this vast array of opportunities, the University enables each student to create a distinctive course of study that fits their own needs and goals.

Gonzaga University Spokane, WA-Through its academic and student life programs, the Gonzaga community encourages its students to develop certain personal qualities: self-knowledge, self-acceptance, a restless curiosity, a desire for truth, a mature concern for others, and a thirst for justice. Many of our students will find the basis for these qualities in a dynamic Christian faith. Gonzaga tries to provide opportunities for these students to express their faith in a deepening life of prayer, participation in liturgical worship and fidelity to the teachings of the Gospel. Other students will proceed from a non-Christian religious background or from secular philosophic and moral principles.

Goshen College Goshen, IN - As a Christian, liberal arts college known for its outstanding academic programs and innovative study abroad opportunities, Goshen College challenges students to embrace a whole new world of people, ideas and purpose. Wherever your Goshen education may take you, your journey will be as meaningful as it is practical, as purposeful as it is unpredictable, as fulfilling as it is fun.

Heidelberg College Tiffin, OH- Heidelberg College is a vibrant learning community of actively engaged students and faculty. Established in 1850 by the German Reformed Church (now United Church of Christ), the College embraces the spirit of free inquiry championed by its religious affiliation. Our approximately 1,200 traditional undergraduates from all over the country, as well as approximately 400 graduate degree candidates, go on to lead lives of purpose with distinction. The College offers a strong liberal arts curriculum, solid career preparation, and many opportunities for getting involved in activities, campus organizations, and athletics. Heidelberg is well-known for its outstanding preparation of teachers who become leading educators throughout the Great Lakes region.

Huntington University Huntington, IN -Huntington University is a comprehensive liberal arts college that offers associate's, bachelor's and master's degrees in approximately 70 academic concentrations. As a Christian university, Huntington is "committed to developing the whole person, assisting students to understand all areas of human knowledge from the perspective of a Christian worldview, and preparing them to impact their world for Christ."

International Academy of Design & Technology Mutiple Campuses Nationwide - If you would like to join a creative community of passionate students who are focused on preparing for careers in the creative industries, then International Academy of Design and Technology is for you. At the Academy we provide our students with a rich, immersive learning experience. Working with our professional instructors, you can gain the real-world skills and knowledge you need to turn your passion into a rewarding career. The Academy has 11 convenient campus locations throughout the U.S. and Canada - all equipped with industry-current equipment and facilities. At every Academy location, you'll find a supportive, creative, community of students and staff who are passionate about what they do.

John F. Kennedy University Pleasant Hill, Campbell & Berkeley, CA - Our vision at John F. Kennedy University is to be the learning environment of choice for those seeking a transformative and life-enhancing educational experience. Our mission is to provide access to high-quality, innovative educational opportunities that integrate theory and life experience. We inspire personal, professional and academic growth and advance the well-being of our diverse local and global communities. This mission is built upon our core values. We are dedicated to students who want to continue their formal education, chart new professional directions and/or derive greater meaning from their lives. Our rigorous academics and whole-person orientation stimulate intellectual inquiry and inspire students to realize their potential and achieve their dreams. Transforming Lives, Changing the World.

Judson College Marion, AL– Now offering a degree in Equine Studies!  - A four-year private liberal arts and sciences college, Judson offers an engaging and exemplary education in a Christian environment, designed specifically for exemplary young women. We provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to be successful in today’s world. Nestled in a rural area that is often ripe with need, our students are challenged to take part in community/faith-based service learning opportunities. Less than 500 students call Judson their home, where they are challenged to grow both intellectually and spiritually towards a life filled with purpose.

Keystone College La Plume, PA- Keystone Academy was originally chartered by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in 1868, with instruction beginning the following year in the local Baptist church in Factoryville. In 1870, ground was broken on the current site for the Academy's first building, Harris Hall, named after John Howard Harris, first president of Keystone. Harris Hall continues to serve Keystone College today. Currently, the College offers 17 bachelor's degrees, 15 associate degrees and enrolls a diverse student body from throughout the U.S. and more than 14 countries. The College also participates in Division III athletics, fielding 14 men's and women's teams. Today, with its career-oriented liberal arts in place, Keystone College is a leader in education. The faculty, board of trustees, administration, and staff are committed to making your experience here something special. By choosing Keystone, with its 137 years of experience, you commit yourself to that goal as well.

Lewis-Clark State College Lewiston, ID - Founded in 1893, Lewis-Clark State is a public undergraduate college with a history born of vision and commitment to people. The college serves a highly diverse student population, providing educational opportunities to more than 3,300 students from more than 30 states and 20 countries. Lewis-Clark State is unique in the mix of learning opportunities it provides. LCSC remains the most affordable public college/university in Idaho. The college offers undergraduate instruction in the liberal arts and sciences, as well as in professional and applied technical programs. Students reap the benefits of a smaller campus that maintains big opportunities for practical experience and research related to their studies.

Loyola University Chicago Chicago, IL - Shaped by our city and our Jesuit traditions, Loyola University Chicago offers students an educational environment unmatched for its diversity of thought and experience. With three campuses spread throughout the greater Chicago area-including along the stunning shoreline of Lake Michigan and in the heart of downtown's Magnificent Mile-students have access to hundreds of cultural institutions as well as thousands of internships and networking opportunities with the city's Fortune 500 companies.

Mayville State University Mayville, ND - Mayville State University, the nation's first Tablet PC campus, is a personable rural campus with nearly 70 academic programs and an enrollment of over 800 students. Featuring a technology-enriched education in which all students are issued a Gateway Tablet PC notebook computer, MSU is nationally identified for its Teacher Education division, the largest academic program on campus. Business Administration and Computer Information Systems are also very popular majors on a campus known for the personal attention provided to its students. The mission of Mayville State University is to educate and guide students, as individuals, so that they may realize their full career potential and enhance their lives. We do this in an environment that reflects our tradition of personal service, commitment to innovative technology-enriched education, and dynamic learning relationships with community, employers and society.

Mercer University Macon - Atlanta - Savannah, GA - From its humble beginnings in Penfield, Mercer today is a dynamic and comprehensive center of undergraduate, graduate and professional education. The University has 7,300 students; 11 schools and colleges – liberal arts, law, pharmacy, medicine, business, engineering, education, theology, music, nursing and continuing and professional studies; major campuses in Macon and Atlanta; four regional academic centers across the state; a university press; two teaching hospitals; educational partnerships with Warner Robins Air Logistics Center in Warner Robins and Piedmont Healthcare in Atlanta; an engineering research center in Warner Robins; a performing arts center in Macon; and a NCAA Division I athletic program.

Mount Mercy College Cedar Rapids, IA - It's small enough to be comfortable, but large enough to give you choices in majors, activities, sports and residential options. Our beautiful hilltop campus overlooks downtown Cedar Rapids, one of the most vibrant small cities in the Midwest. Mount Mercy offers more than 35 majors in liberal arts and professional programs, and our alumni make up an invaluable network of contacts all over the country, especially in the Cedar Rapids - Iowa City corridor.

Mount St. Mary's University Emmitsburg, MD - Mount St. Mary’s is a Catholic institution of higher education dedicated to liberal learning in the pursuit of truth. Mount St. Mary’s, mindful of its role in the Church’s mission to the world and respectful of the religious liberty of all, affirms the values and beliefs central to the Catholic vision of the person and society, and seeks to deepen understanding of our faith and its practice in just and compassionate engagement with the world.

New Mexico Highlands University Las Vegas, NM - For more than a century, New Mexico Highlands University has served as a leading academic, cultural and economic institution for the communities of Northern New Mexico. The college experience at New Mexico Highlands University is a blend of both the curricular and extracurricular opportunities that enhance student’s knowledge and success. Whether you study at New Mexico Highlands' main campus in Las Vegas, NM, or at one of the university's centers in Santa Fe/Espanola, Rio Rancho/Albuquerque, Farmington, Raton or Roswell, our professors' attention to your goals and dreams will start you on your journey to success.

New England Institute of Technology Warwick, RI - The mission of New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) is to provide specialized Associate’s and Bachelor’s Degree programs which prepare students for careers in technology. Through the combination of technical courses and an integrated liberal arts core, the programs emphasize the relevance of continuous learning to personal and professional growth. Upon successful completion, graduates are prepared to enter the workforce or to continue their education. As an extension of the primary mission, NEIT offers the opportunity to pursue technological studies to satisfy personal interests.

New Mexico Tech Socorro, NM - New Mexico Tech [officially, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology] was originally founded in 1889 as the New Mexico School of Mines. Over the years, our mission has expanded, and we are now an outstanding research university, specializing in areas of science, engineering, and related fields. Students come to Tech for its outstanding academic reputation, one-to-one mentoring relationship with professors, hands-on laboratory learning experiences, opportunities for on-campus employment in one of our many research facilities or with our research faculty, and beautiful Southwestern setting.

Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO - Originally established as a two-year normal school in 1905, Northwest Missouri State University is a state-assisted, four-year regional university that also offers graduate degree programs. Located in Maryville, the 370-acre campus is 90 miles from Kansas City; 100 miles from Omaha, Nebraska, and 140 miles southwest of Des Moines, Iowa. The University owns a 450-acre farm and participates in the management of a lakefront area east of Maryville. The 2008-09 enrollment was 7, 000. Northwest has 250 full-time faculty and approximately 550 support and professional staff. Undergraduate students can select from more than 100 majors at Northwest, 70 minors and 19 pre-professional degree programs. There are 42 graduate degree offerings, two specialist and five certificate programs.

Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA- Located in historic Norfolk, Va., the 188 acres of the Old Dominion University campus stretch from the Elizabeth River to the Lafayette River. Although situated in a metropolitan setting, the University offers a small-college look and feel, with tree-lined walkways, a mix of old and new buildings, and colorful gardens and ponds. Founded in 1930 as a division of the College of William and Mary, Old Dominion has grown into its own over the years and is now one of only 101 public universities with a Carnegie/Doctoral Research-Extensive distinction.

Oral Roberts University Tulsa, OK - The mission of Oral Roberts University – in its commitment to the Christian faith – is to educate the whole person in spirit, mind, and body, thereby preparing its graduates to be professionally competent servant-leaders who are spiritually alive, intellectually alert, physically disciplined, and socially adept. The University seeks to synthesize the best practices of liberal arts, professional, and graduate education with a charismatic emphasis to enable students to go into every person’s world with God’s message of salvation and healing for the totality of human need.

Plymouth State University Plymouth, NH - Plymouth State University is a comprehensive regional university offering a rich, student-focused learning environment with an enrollment of approximately 4,300 undergraduate and 2,700 graduate students. The 170-acre campus offers a New England classic look combined with up-to-date facilities including the Lamson Library and Learning Commons, the Boyd Science Center, and Langdon Woods, a LEED certified, environmentally conscious residence hall. Founded in 1871 as a teacher training school, Plymouth State University is part of the University System of New Hampshire and accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. Located in central New Hampshire at the gateway to the White Mountains and the Lakes Region in the quaint town of Plymouth, PSU is within minutes of ski resorts, lakes, and parks and only two hours from Boston.

Presbyterian College, Clinton, SC - Presbyterian College is a fully accredited, private, residential, baccalaureate institution related to the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). PC provides a top quality liberal arts education within a community of faith, learning, and intellectual freedom. Grounded by its core values of liberal learning, Christian faith, service, honor, community, and vigor - PC is a college that focuses on whole-person education and represents the best in service, honor, and community relationships. It remains true to its past while moving toward the future as one of the Southeast's leading institutions of higher learning.

Prescott College Prescott, AZ - Prescott College is an independent, liberal arts college offering bachelor's and master's degrees, as well as teacher certification. Our educational programs reflect the College's commitment to the environment and social justice. Prescott College offers all students a diverse curriculum designed to encourage pursuit of interests across disciplinary lines. At Prescott College, "learning by doing" is as important as reading and discussing. The curriculum is flexible to meet the needs of every student.

Quincy University Quincy, IL - The vision of Quincy University, as a Catholic, coeducational, liberal arts university, is to educate women and men who will make a difference in the world. In order to achieve this vision, we hope to educate students toward a broad world view; to help students understand and appreciate the interdependence and interconnectedness of all of life; to cultivate the ability to think critically; to free them from narrow, intolerant, restricted thinking; to make sound ethical and moral decisions; to follow in the footsteps of Jesus Christ as taught by the Roman Catholic Church; to actively work for justice and peace and the integrity of creation; to promote ecumenism and interfaith dialogue; to be inspired by the lives of Francis and Clare; to respect and value every person; and to cultivate a relationship with God.

Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah, NJ - Ramapo College of New Jersey is a comprehensive institution of higher education dedicated to the promotion of teaching and learning within a strong liberal arts based curriculum, thus earning the designation "New Jersey's Public Liberal Arts College." Its curricular emphasis include the liberal arts and sciences, social sciences, fine and performing arts, and the professional programs within a residential and sustainable living and learning environment. Ramapo College provides a rich living and learning environment through almost one hundred student organizations, intramural sports, and intercollegiate athletics.

Ripon College Ripon, WI - Ripon College is a four-year, private, residential, liberal arts and sciences college located in Ripon, Wisconsin, a city of 7,500. Its 1,000 undergraduates represent 34 states and 14 countries. Equidistant from Milwaukee and Madison, Ripon is ideally located for internships and off-campus study, too. A residential college, nine of 10 students live on campus where they participate in more than 70 campus organizations, 20 NCAA Division III sports and 14 intramural sports. The 250-acre campus has 25 buildings, several on the National Register of Historic Places. Ripon is a true community of scholars where students and faculty work together for the success of all.

Rollins College Winter Park, FL - Rollins College educates students for global citizenship and responsible leadership, empowering graduates to pursue meaningful lives and productive careers. We are committed to the liberal arts ethos and guided by its values and ideals. Our guiding principles are excellence, innovation, and community. Nestled in the picturesque community of Winter Park on the shores of Lake Virginia, Rollins College captures the best of Florida's warmth and sunshine while offering the top-ranked education in the state.

Saint Michael's College Colchester, VT - It is the mission of Saint Michael’s College to contribute through higher education to the enhancement of the human person and to the advancement of human culture in the light of the Catholic faith. Our 440-acre campus is situated between the shores of Lake Champlain and the majestic Green Mountains, in Colchester, Vermont, overlooking Burlington, the state's largest city with overall area population reaching 200,000. We have 2,000 undergraduate students from 33 states and 13 countries (79% from outside Vermont); 150 faculty members, 94% with Ph.D. or highest appropriate degree and boast a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. See for yourself why Newsweek/Kaplan named Saint Michael’s College one of 30 colleges deemed a “Hidden Treasure” on the basis of information from Kaplan’s National Guidance Counselor Survey.

Salisbury University Salisbury, MD - Salisbury University, located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, is a regionally accredited, four-year comprehensive university offering 55 distinct undergraduate and graduate degree programs. We are 30 miles from the beaches and 2.5 hours from Washington, DC and Baltimore. Salisbury University is a premier comprehensive Maryland public university, offering excellent, affordable education in undergraduate liberal arts, sciences, pre-professional and professional programs, including education, nursing, social work, and business, and a limited number of applied graduate programs. Our highest purpose is to empower our students with the knowledge, skills, and core values that contribute to active citizenship, gainful employment, and life-long learning in a democratic society and interdependent world.

South Dakota School of Mines & Technology Rapid City, SD - The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is dedicated to being a leader in 21st century education that reflects a belief in the role of engineers and scientists as crucial to the advancement of society. Responding to the unprecedented challenges facing today’s world, the School of Mines will seek opportunities to benefit the educational, civic, and economic activities of the community, state, and region. The School of Mines will maintain and expand its role in research, scholarship, and creative endeavors that advance knowledge, solve problems, develop individual potential, and explore the human condition. Through its rigorous academic programs and co-curricular activities, the School of Mines is committed to developing informed and responsible scientists and engineers who behave ethically, value a global perspective, and accept the duties and responsibilities of citizenship.

Sterling College Craftsbury Common, VT- The Sterling College community combines structured academic study with experiential challenges and plain hard work to build responsible problem solvers who become stewards of the environment as they pursue productive lives. Facilities on the hundred-plus acre Sterling College campus include fourteen residential, administrative, and classroom buildings, a woodworking shop, and library. Outdoor teaching facilities include a managed woodlot, a challenge course, a 30-foot climbing tower, organic gardens, and a working livestock farm with two solar/wind powered barns. Much of what is grown and raised is consumed in the dining hall. The Center for Northern Studies at Sterling College includes a 300-acre boreal wetland and a building containing a library, science lab, seminar rooms, offices, and central lounge.

Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX- Texas Lutheran University is special in the sense of community found on and around camus. Being an exclusively undergraduate university of the liberal arts, sciences and professional studies, a diverse student body of 1,400 students can take advantage of small class sizes and highly qualifis professors. TLU professors promote hands-on experience through scientific research, internships, senior seminars, and study abroad programs. Students find it easy to become involved in various activities and organizations on campus. As a community of learning, the university stresses the liberating potential of the disciplined pursuit of academic excellence within the context of academic freedom. Its faculty and staff seek to engage each student in a process of self-education which will assist him or her in developing as an informed and resourceful person in today's rapidly changing world. It provides an academic program based upon the tradition of the liberal arts and designed to serve a diversified community.

Tulane University New Orleans, LA - Founded in 1834, Tulane is one of the most highly regarded and selective independent research universities in the United States. A member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, we take pride in being a part of this select group of 62 universities with “pre-eminent programs of graduate and professional education and scholarly research.” Our schools and colleges offer undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees in the liberal arts, science and engineering, architecture, business, law, social work, medicine and public health and tropical medicine.

Union College Barbourville, KY - Union College is a learning community dedicated to creating personal, intellectual and social transformation through the pursuit of knowledge, wisdom, service and spiritual growth. As a private, academically rigorous, liberal arts college of the United Methodist Church, we believe that spiritual growth is not only essential, it is also integrally related to the other components of the transformation process. Based on the Wesleyan vision that education is a union of “knowledge and vital piety,” the College provides students an academic program and co-curricular activities that nurture a strong and active faith and lead them to see how a historically grounded religion is viable in contemporary cultures both at home and around the world.

Unity College Unity, ME - Hello, nature lovers! Unity College is the place for you. We’re a rugged bunch; we feel right at home outdoors. Our friendly community offers you the individual attention that leads to your success. You’ll learn and grow in a small college atmosphere and a distinctly rural setting. Unity works together—students, faculty, and staff—in and out of the classroom. We bring experience to life. Your Unity education puts you on a career path where you won’t be stuck behind a desk all day to share your passion for nature. It’s your first step toward working with zoos, aquariums, wilderness recreation organizations, wildlife refuges, nature education centers, adventure education organizations, research institutes, aquaculture associations, and non-profit organizations.

University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL - UAB is a world-renowned research university and health care center, Alabama’s single largest employer, and the economic engine of Birmingham. With more than 18,000 students, 19,000 faculty and staff, and a campus covering more than 80 city blocks, UAB is on the leading edge of teaching, research, health care, and community service.

University of Alaska - Southeast Juneau, AK - No matter what career path you choose, UAS is designed to strengthen your problem-solving skills, enhance your ability to communicate effectively, and teach you how to work collaboratively – all things employers want. Small class sizes insure a rich educational experience with top-notch faculty who choose to live and work in a place where dramatic natural vistas inspire scientific, artistic and work force pursuits.

University of Charleston Charleston, WV- The University of Charleston is an independent, co-educational, residential university. The University of Charleston is located in the state capital of West Virginia amidst magnificent mountains and rivers. The University of Charleston's enrollment is approximately 1,200 students from 30 states and 20 countries. Approximately 40 clubs and organizations are active on campus to engage you in Student Life. Beyond the campus, many students become active participants in the daily life of the Charleston community by taking advantage of an impressive array of work and entertainment options. Also, white water rafting, skiing, mountain climbing, and mountain biking are available within a one-hour drive from the campus.

University of Chicago Chicago, IL - At Located in the community of Hyde Park on Chicago’s South Side, just 15 minutes from the city center, the University of Chicago is uniquely positioned to contribute to, and draw from, the strength and diversity of this world-class metropolis. We have also made an indelible mark on the world at large. Our faculty and students are pioneers, discoverers, teachers, scholars, and change agents. We ask tough questions, engage the world around us, and pursue knowledge with rigor because we believe in the transformative power of ideas.

University of Great Falls Great Falls, MT - A private, Catholic university open to qualified men and women of every race and creed, the University of Great Falls is fully accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges. As an expression of the teaching mission of Jesus Christ, the mission of the University of Great Falls is to provide students with the opportunity to obtain a liberal education for living and making a living.

University of Nebraska - Kearney Kearney, NE - The public, residential University of Nebraska at Kearney is an affordable, student-centered regional hub of intellectual, cultural and artistic excellence that has been a prominent part of Nebraska's higher education landscape for more than a century. As one of four campuses of the University of Nebraska, UNK offers access to all the opportunities and choices of a major public university. A wide that lead to exciting careers. Nationally-renowned faculty. A rich and diverse campus life. But what truly distinguishes UNK is its commitment to providing an outstanding education in a small and personal setting. It is a university that quickly transforms nearly 6,500 students from across the globe into a close-knit, supportive community of friends; it is a place they will forever call “home”.

University of New Hampshire Durham, NH - UNH is not only a land-grant institution but also a designated sea- and space-grant University, and is among the top-tier research institutions nationally. The University is made up of dozens of academic departments, interdisciplinary institutes, and research centers that attract students and faculty from around the world. As state-of-the-art facilities are built to support academic growth, and new residence and dining halls are built to meet the growing popularity of campus life, the University continues to rest lightly on the Durham landscape. Some 13,000 students and hundreds of faculty and staff live and work amid the rolling hills and riverbeds of one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation.

University of Northern Virginia Annandale & Manassas, VA - This year marks UNVA's tenth anniversary. Now established as a major international university, the University of Northern Virginia offers accredited American-style educational programs at the undergraduate, master and doctoral levels. With students from all over the world, UNVA is keenly aware of the needs of our student body. UNVA is an American university with a truly international perspective. Our faculty and student body represent dozens of countries world-wide. This diversity of cultures and business environments provides a true international educational experience and prepares our students to work in an increasingly global economy.

University of Rochester Rochester, NY - The University of Rochester is one of the country's top-tier research universities. Our 158 buildings house more than 200 academic majors, more than 2,000 faculty and instructional staff, and some 9,300 students—approxmiately half of whom are women. Learning at the University of Rochester is also on a very personal scale. Rochester remains one of the smallest and most collegiate among top research universities, with smaller classes, a low 9:1 student to teacher ratio, and increased interactions with faculty.

University of Sioux Falls Sioux Falls, SD - The University of Sioux Falls, a Christian university in the liberal arts tradition, educates students in the humanities, sciences, and professions. The traditional motto of the university is Culture for Service; that is, we seek to foster academic excellence and the development of mature Christian persons for service to God and humankind in the world.

University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI- Founded in 1916, UW-Eau Claire continues to build its national reputation based on the achievements of its students and faculty. As one of the Midwest’s top public universities, UW-Eau Claire provides students with small classes led by talented professors, cutting-edge programs, hands-on research and life-enhancing study abroad opportunities. Add to that a safe and friendly campus community and beautiful surroundings (from rivers and bike trails to shopping and entertainment), and you’ve got one exceptional place.

Villanova University Villanova, PA - We are a community of scholars that strives to "be of one mind and heart" (as reflected in the Rule of St. Augustine), while celebrating the unique gifts and talents of the individual members of our community. Discover how Villanova University can prepare you to meet the challenges of the 21st century and how you, in turn, may share your talents with Villanova and the world.

Wesleyan University Middletown, CT - At Wesleyan we prepare our students to face a rapidly changing world with confidence and the sense of responsibility to want to make the world a better place. Wesleyan offers instruction in 39 departments and 46 major fields of study and awards the bachelor of arts and graduate degrees. Students may choose from more than 900 courses each year and may be counted upon to devise, with the faculty, some 900 individual tutorials and lessons.

Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC - WCU was founded in 1889 to bring higher education and career opportunities to the western region of North Carolina. A member of the University of North Carolina system, WCU now provides an education to more than 9,000 students from 38 states and 32 countries. The university’s mission is focused on quality education and preparation for responsible citizenship in a changing world. Since its founding, WCU has grown in size to become a major cultural, scientific, and educational force in the region and the state—and we’re still growing. Our academic programs span more than 120 specialties—including the nation’s highest-ranked entrepreneurship and project management programs, a national award-winning teacher education program, a criminal justice program used as a model for North Carolina’s accreditation program, and the nation’s first accredited four-year emergency medical care program.

Westminster College Salt Lake CIty, UT - The only private, comprehensive liberal arts college in Utah, Westminster College offers a strong foundation of liberal education combined with cutting-edge professional programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Located where the magnificent Rocky Mountains meet the vibrant city of Salt Lake, Westminster is nestled in one of the city's most inviting neighborhoods -- and just minutes from the greatest skiing and boarding in the country. U.S.News & World Report consistently ranks Westminster in the top tier of regional colleges and universities in the West, and as an excellent educational value.

Whitworth University Spokane, WA- Since 1890, Whitworth has held fast to its founding mission of providing "an education of mind and heart" through rigorous intellectual inquiry guided by dedicated Christian scholars. Recognized as one of the top regional colleges and universities in the West, Whitworth University enrolls 2,600 students in more than 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Under the strong leadership of President William P. Robinson, Whitworth enjoys record levels of student enrollment and retention, the strongest financial position in the university's history, and increased external visibility.

Xavier University Cincinnati, OH- Founded in 1831, Xavier University is Jesuit, Catholic university in Cincinnati, Ohio. Its three colleges offer 78 undergraduate majors, 43 minors and 11 graduate programs to 6,646 total students, including 3,961 undergraduates. The University is the sixth-oldest Catholic university in the nation and one of 28 Jesuit colleges and universities nationwide.

York College York, NE - York College is an affordable option for students wanting a Christian education. York College, founded in 1890, is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the churches of Christ, offering over 40 bachelor degrees. We have a safe, intimate setting on a classic college campus provides a great home for students. The campus exceeds 50 acres of land and over 700,000 square feet of buildings. At York College, we embrace an environment that values the integration of Christian faith and academic excellence. Our mission and our core values have guided the York College community for over a century.