high school. college tours

On the Road Again – Vrije University Amsterdam

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) is a prestigious research university in the Netherlands, offering a unique combination of academic excellence, innovation, and a commitment to student well-being. Its name, "Vrije" (meaning "free"), reflects the university’s foundation as an institution independent of church and state—an ethos that continues to shape its inclusive and forward-thinking culture. A Diverse Community of Learners VU Amsterdam is home to over 31,000 students, with 18% coming from countries outside the Netherlands. This diversity fosters a rich [...]

On the Road Again – Elon University!

On the Road Again – Elon University - This leading liberal arts university is located on a stunning campus, 45 minutes from Raleigh/Durham, 2.5 hours from the mountains and three hours from the beach. The 6300 undergrads enjoy Division 1 sports, Greek life and community service.  With classes capped at 33, students get a lot of individualized attention and opportunities to participate in class discussions.  Here are some other highlights: Elon Experiences:  Experiential learning underpins Elon’s philosophy toward education with the [...]

On the Road Again! Flagler College

On the Road Again!  Flagler College - Flagler College is located in the heart of historic St. Augustine, Florida, the oldest continuously inhabited city in the United States. The campus is a designated National Historic Landmark, and it includes several historic buildings that were once luxury hotels built by Henry Flagler in the late 1800s.  Students can easily walk or bike to many local attractions, including the Castillo de San Marcos, a 17th-century fortress.  St. Augustine also offers many opportunities [...]

On the Road Again! Cardiff University

On the Road Again!  Cardiff University – Founded in 1883, Cardiff University is one of Britain's leading research universities.  Here are some of the highlights: The capital city – Cardiff University has a student body of 33,000 and is situated in the heart of Cardiff, the capital city of Wales, with a population of about 480,000. Cardiff is one of the UK’s most affordable student cities. How many cities have a castle right in the center?  The castle adds to [...]

On the Road Again! Pace University

On the Road Again! Pace University – Pace students benefit from two distinct but interconnected campuses – one in the lovely town of Pleasantville, New York and the other right in the heart of New York City.  Here are some of the highlights: The Pace Path – The core of a Pace education is the Pace Path connecting instruction in the classroom to real world application. This is evidenced by small class size, hands-on instruction and internship opportunities.  With shuttles [...]

On the Road Again! Paul Smith’s College

Paul Smith’s College – With a gorgeous campus of over 14,000 acres, Paul Smith’s College is the only college in the Adirondack Park and is often called the College of the Adirondacks.  It is located within easy distance of Lake Placid and Saranac Lake and not far from Montreal. With under 800 students, there is plenty of room for everyone to explore.  Here are some of the highlights: Learning by doing – Paul Smith’s offers many of the traditional majors [...]

On the Road Again! University of California, Berkeley

On the Road Again! University of California, Berkeley – Get ready to be challenged!  Don’t let the idyllic setting of 1,200 acres overlooking the San Francisco Bay or the 1960s vibe fool you.  This oldest of the UCs isn’t all about playing frisbee on the green, although there is plenty of green space for frisbee and people watching.  But academics rule here along with a clear intellectual tone.  Here are some of the highlights: Academics – Academics can be intense [...]

On the Road Again! Stanford University tour

On the Road Again! Stanford University – Bring your bike!  It would certainly come in handy at this beautiful and large campus with 12 miles of bike lanes.  Students already have caught on; I have only seen more bikes in the Netherlands!  Stanford is certainly as selective as any East Coast Ivy but has a decidedly California feel.  The enormous, lush, palm tree laden campus stretches from the foothills of the Santa Cruz mountains to the heart of the Silicon [...]

Can’t Visit Campus in the Days of Social Distancing? Don’t panic

In this environment of unprecedented college closures, so many people are affected.  College seniors will miss graduation and faculty are scrambling to teach online.  But there are consequences for those not even in college yet.  High school seniors are trying to make decisions as to where to attend, often without visiting colleges.  High school juniors are considering what colleges to apply to and planned on their Spring breaks to make visits.  Read on to find out what students can do [...]

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