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Private • Research University • Atlanta, Georgia • 14,000+ Total Students Emory University was another fascinating stop on my college tour. Located in Atlanta, Emory offers students an interesting combination: the close-knit feel and foundation of a liberal arts education with the resources of a major research university and a world-class medical center. One of the things that stood out to me about Emory is the breadth of opportunities available to students. Emory receives ap

Athens, GeorgiaPublic • Research University • SEC Athletics • 43,000+ Students When I visited the University of Georgia (UGA) in Athens, I immediately noticed its combination of history, tradition, and energy. Founded in 1785, UGA has the feel of a classic American college campus, with historic buildings, beautiful columns, and a strong sense of place. At the same time, this is a large research university with more than 43,000 students, including approximately 32,000 undergra

Clemson, South Carolina Public | R1 Research University | 23,000+ Undergraduate Students | Clemson University is a large public research university with a surprisingly small-town feel. Located in Clemson, South Carolina, a town of roughly 17,000 residents, the university is deeply connected to the surrounding community. There is a small town center, but Clemson’s campus and student life are very much at the heart of the area. With more than 23,000 undergraduate students and o

Academic Opportunities Although UNC Asheville is a liberal arts university, its academic offerings go well beyond what you might expect from a small institution. One particularly distinctive program is printmaking. UNC Asheville has the only printmaking studio east of the Mississippi and is one of just two institutions in the country with this type of facility; the other is UCLA. Students can also study Cherokee, providing an opportunity to engage with the language and cultur

Swannanoa, North Carolina Private | Liberal Arts | Fewer than 800 students Warren Wilson College was one of the colleges we visited that really made me stop and think about what a college experience can look like. Located just outside Asheville, North Carolina, Warren Wilson sits on more than 1,100 acres in the Appalachian Mountains. It is peaceful, surrounded by nature, and unlike many college campuses I've visited, the land itself is an important part of the student experie

I recently had the opportunity to visit the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and one thing was immediately clear: this is a school with a lot of energy and spirit. UT is a large land-grant university with more than 7,000 first-year students, and the campus is woven right into the heart of Knoxville. Walking around, I saw students everywhere—heading to class, gathering with friends, and, of course, wearing plenty of orange! Football is a big part of the Tennessee experience

This summer, I visited another school within the University of Colorado system with my daughter: the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder). CU Boulder is a large public research university located in Boulder, Colorado, about 30 miles northwest of Denver. The campus sits at the base of the Rocky Mountains, giving students easy access to hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities while still being relatively close to the Denver metropolitan area. One of the things that

A college degree is no longer a guarantee of a good job—or even a job that requires a degree. Many graduates find themselves underemployed, working in positions that do not require their education or provide the career opportunities or earning potential they expected. The good news is that students can take intentional steps during college to build the skills, experience, relationships, and credentials that employers are looking for. Is there anything you would add to the lis

A striking statue of Clyde, the UCCS mascot, captured on a sunny day with students walking past in the background on campus. University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS), a public university located just west of downtown Colorado Springs, about 70 miles south of Denver. UCCS may be a great fit for students who: Prefer academics over a big sports or Greek life scene UCCS offers a strong academic environment without the distractions often associated with large Division I athl