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Synopsis
Are you a political activist who likes to ski? Want to major in engineering and party? Interested in a school with top academics and low cost? Are you concerned about housing? Financial aid? Safety on campus?
THE COLLEGE FINDER -- NOW REVISED AND UPDATED -- WILL MATCH YOUR INTERESTS AND NEEDS WITH THE BEST SCHOOLS!
More than offering just a bunch of college descriptions, this comprehensive resource will help you pick the school that's right for you -- academically and socially. With up-to-the-minute information on more than 1,000 colleges, arranged in more than 500 quick-reference lists, and an index that lets you find all of the strong points on a college you're considering, you can't go wrong. Inside you'll find:
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