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Queens College (Global Student Success Program)
Queens College, officially Queens College of the City University of New York (CUNY), is a public college in Flushing, New York. It's one of the senior colleges of the CUNY system.
Here's a summary about Queens College:
Academics: Queens College offers undergraduate degrees in over 70 majors, graduate studies in over 100 degree programs and certificates, over 40 accelerated master's options, 20 doctoral degrees through the CUNY Graduate Center, and a number of advanced certificate programs. It is also one of seven participating schools in the CUNY Macaulay Honors College.
Campus Life: Queens College has a vibrant campus life with over 100 student organizations and clubs. The college is located in Flushing, Queens, which offers easy access to New York City and its many cultural attractions, internships, and job opportunities.
Financial Aid: Queens College, being a public institution, offers financial aid options to help students afford their education.
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Richard Bland College of William & Mary (Global Student Success Program)
Richard Bland College of William & Mary, also known as Richard Bland College (RBC), is a public junior college located in Prince George County, Virginia. It's associated with the College of William & Mary.
Here's a summary about RBC:
Focus: It primarily focuses on preparing students for transfer to four-year universities through its associate degree programs. They offer both in-person and online classes.
Affiliation: Richard Bland College has a historical connection with the College of William & Mary. The Board of Visitors of William & Mary oversees RBC, and their presidents are appointed by the Governor of Virginia.
Cost and Acceptance Rate: RBC is a public institution; hence, the tuition fees are relatively low. The acceptance rate is high at around 79%.
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University Of Massachusetts (Boston)
The University of Massachusetts Boston (UMass Boston) is a public research university in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. It is the only public research university in Boston and the third-largest campus in the five-campus University of Massachusetts system. UMass Boston is the third most diverse university in the United States.
Here's a summary about UMass Boston:
Academics: UMass Boston offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including healthcare, sciences, business, education, and humanities.
Campus Life: UMass Boston has a vibrant campus life with numerous student organizations, clubs, and activities. The university is located just a few minutes from downtown Boston, offering students easy access to the city's cultural attractions, internships, and job opportunities.
Financial Aid: UMass Boston offers a variety of financial aid options to help students afford their education. The university is known for having the most affordable net price among its peers in New England.
Here are some other details about UMass Boston:
Acceptance Rate: 80.8% (2022)
Undergraduate tuition and fees: Local tuition $15,132 USD, Domestic tuition $36,105 USD (2022 – 23)
Total enrollment: 16,259 (2020) [1]
Mascot: Beacon (a coyote)
Notable alumni: Paul English (founder of Kayak.com), Thomas Menino (former mayor of Boston), Eileen Myles (poet), Joseph P. Kennedy II (former congressman), William Bratton (police commissioner)
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Baylor University
Baylor University is a private Baptist Christian research university in Waco, Texas. It was chartered in 1845 by the last Congress of the Republic of Texas, making it the oldest continuously operating university in Texas and one of the first educational institutions west of the Mississippi River in the United States.
Here's a summary about Baylor University:
Academics: Baylor offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in the arts and sciences, business, law, medicine, nursing, and education. The university is known for its strong academic programs and its commitment to Christian values.
Campus Life: Baylor has a vibrant campus life with over 300 student organizations, clubs, and activities. The university is located in Waco, Texas, which is a relatively small city, but it offers a variety of cultural attractions, restaurants, and shops.
Financial Aid: Baylor offers a variety of financial aid options to help students afford their education. The university is committed to making Baylor an affordable option for all students.
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DePaul University
DePaul University is a private Catholic research university located in Chicago, Illinois.
Here's a summary about DePaul University:
Academics: DePaul offers more than 300 undergraduate majors and graduate programs across a wide range of disciplines, including business, education, liberal arts and social sciences, law, and health professions. The university is known for its strong programs in business, nursing, and communication.
Campus Life:DePaul has a vibrant campus life with over 300 student organizations and clubs. The university has two campuses in Chicago: the Lincoln Park campus and the Loop campus. The Lincoln Park campus is a traditional residential campus, while the Loop campus is located in the heart of downtown Chicago.
Financial Aid: DePaul offers a variety of financial aid options to help students afford their education. The university is committed to making DePaul an affordable option for all students.
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James Madison University
James Madison University (JMU), also referred to as James Madison or Madison, is a public research university in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Founded in 1908, it has grown from its origins as a teacher's college into a comprehensive university offering a wide range of undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs.
Here's a summary about James Madison University:
Academics: JMU offers over 70 undergraduate majors and 130+ programs. The university is known for its strong programs in business, education, integrated science and technology, and media arts and communication.
Campus Life: JMU has a vibrant campus life with over 300 student organizations and clubs. The university is located in Harrisonburg, Virginia, a college town in the Shenandoah Valley, and offers a beautiful setting with easy access to outdoor activities.
Financial Aid: James Madison University, being a public university, offers financial aid options to help students afford their education.
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Lipscomb University
Lipscomb University is a private Christian university located in Nashville, Tennessee. It is affiliated with the Churches of Christ. The campus is located in the Green Hills neighborhood of Nashville; it also maintains one satellite location called "Spark" in Downtown Nashville to serve the business community. Total student enrollment for the fall 2022 semester was 4,704, which included 2,955 undergraduate students and 1,749 graduate students.
Here's a summary about Lipscomb University:
Mission: Lipscomb University is committed to developing students whose academic excellence, faith and practice reflect their ideas of global citizenship.
Academics: Lipscomb offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of fields, including arts and sciences, business, education, and religion. The university is known for its strong programs in business, nursing, and education.
Campus Life: Lipscomb has a vibrant campus life with over 100 student organizations and clubs. The university is located in Nashville, Tennessee, which offers easy access to the city's many cultural attractions, internships, and job opportunities.
Financial Aid: Lipscomb University offers a variety of financial aid options to help students afford their education.
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Long Island University
Long Island University (LIU) is a private university with two main campuses: LIU Post in Brookville, New York, on Long Island, and LIU Brooklyn in Brooklyn, New York City. The university offers over 500 academic programs at its main campuses, online, and at multiple non-residential locations. LIU has an NCAA Division I athletics programs and hosts and sponsors the annual George Polk Awards in journalism.
Here's a summary about LIU:
Campuses:
LIU Brooklyn: Located in Brooklyn, New York City. It is the university's oldest campus, and home to the Arnold & Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, founded in 1891 as the Brooklyn College of Pharmacy. LIU Brooklyn also offers programs in business, education, arts and sciences, and more.
LIU Post: Located in Brookville, New York, on Long Island. It is a scenic, historic campus that offers a small-school environment with the resources of a major metropolitan university. LIU Post offers programs in business, education, the arts, veterinary medicine, and more.
Academics: LIU offers over 500 undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of fields, including arts and sciences, business, education, and health professions. The university is known for its strong programs in business, pharmacy, and education.
Student Life: LIU has a vibrant campus life with over 100 student organizations and clubs. The university's Brooklyn campus is located in a bustling and culturally diverse city, while the Post campus offers a more traditional college town atmosphere.
Financial Aid: LIU offers a variety of financial aid options to help students afford their education.
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Texas A&M University- Corpus Christi
Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi (TAMUCC), also known as Texas A&M–Corpus Christi, TAMU–CC, A&M–Corpus Christi, or A&M–CC, is a public research university in Corpus Christi, Texas. It is part of the Texas A&M University System and classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity".
Here's a summary about TAMUCC:
Academics: Texas A&M-Corpus Christi offers 33 undergraduate majors, 25 graduate programs, and six doctoral programs through six colleges. The College of Liberal Arts has seven departments, housing 12 undergraduate and six graduate degrees, ranging from the arts to criminal justice to psychology. The College of Business offers eight undergraduate and two graduate degrees and is accredited by AACSB. The College of Education and Human Development offers teacher certification in more than 30 areas as well as three undergraduate degrees, 11 graduate programs, and two doctoral programs.
Campus Life: TAMUCC is a medium-sized university with a suburban setting. The university boasts a beautiful campus located on its own island, offering stunning views of the Texas Gulf Coast. Students can enjoy a variety of student organizations, clubs, and activities, as well as easy access to the beach and all that Corpus Christi has to offer.
Financial Aid: TAMUCC offers a variety of financial aid options to help students afford their education, including grants, scholarships, and loans. The university is considered a good value school, with relatively low tuition fees for a public university in Texas.
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University of Hartford
The University of Hartford (UHart) is a private university located in West Hartford, Connecticut.
Here's a rundown about UHart:
Academics:
UHart offers over 100 undergraduate programs across seven schools and colleges, including arts & sciences, engineering, business, nursing, and education.
Some of their nationally recognized programs include Acoustical Engineering (offered in collaboration with The Hartt School), Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and others.
The student-faculty ratio is 8:1, which allows for a more personalized learning experience.
Campus Life:
UHart boasts a vibrant campus life with over 120 student clubs and organizations catering to various interests.
The campus is situated near Hartford, the capital city of Connecticut, offering easy access to cultural attractions and internship opportunities.
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Western Washington University
Western Washington University (WWU) is a public university located in Bellingham, Washington. It is a comprehensive university offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs.
Here's a summary about Western Washington University:
Academics: Western Washington University offers over 200 undergraduate majors and programs in various fields, including arts and sciences, business, education, and engineering. The university is known for its strong programs in environmental science, marine biology, and Western Heritage.
Campus Life: Western Washington University has a vibrant campus life with over 200 student organizations and clubs. The university is located in Bellingham, Washington, a city known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities. Students have easy access to the mountains, the ocean, and the Canadian border.
Financial Aid: Western Washington University, being a public university, offers financial aid options to help students afford their education. The university is considered to be a good value school, with relatively low tuition fees for a public university in Washington.
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Florida Atlantic University
Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is a public research university with its main campus in Boca Raton, Florida, and satellite campuses in Dania Beach, Davie, Fort Lauderdale, Jupiter, and Fort Pierce. The university is a member of the State University System of Florida.
Here's a summary about FAU:
Established: Founded as Florida's fifth public university in 1961, FAU opened its doors in 1964.
Location: Spanning 110 miles of Southeast Florida's coast, FAU fosters a vibrant culture that encourages ingenuity and independence. There are six campuses:
Main campus in Boca Raton
Davie
Fort Lauderdale
Jupiter
Dania Beach
Fort Pierce
Academics: FAU offers more than 170 undergraduate programs and over 130 graduate programs across various academic disciplines. Their website states that they are especially focused on research and helping students turn dreams into reality.
Student Life: FAU boasts a vibrant campus life with over 300 student organizations and clubs. With its location in Boca Raton, students enjoy a subtropical climate year-round. The university also has a strong international presence, with over 180 countries represented in the student body.
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