The Big Book of Colleges 2009 (College Prowler Guide)
by Mark Benvenuto
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Book Summary Information
Author: Mark BenvenutoEditor: amy Campbell
Editor: Matt Hamman
Editor: Bridget Joyce
Editor: Jen Vella
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-07-31
ISBN: 1427400059
Number of pages: 1248
Publisher: College Prowler
Book Reviews of The Big Book of Colleges 2009 (College Prowler Guide)
Book Review: Interesting, but not the best college book there is
Summary: 3 Stars
Here's the thing about CollegeProwler: It's a GREAT way to go beyond ordinary college guidebooks and read actual student opinions. It's true that almost all college books do not go into much depth regarding dorm life, drug scene, food quality, nightlife, etc... so the opinions in this book can be helpful.
But if you're just beginning your college search, do not use this book. This is a good resource for those who already have their list of colleges and want to narrow it down and find out a little bit more about prospective schools. However, for those who pick this book up for the first time without knowing where they want to go, it is basically useless. There is no information on strong programs or majors; the book covers more of the social and lifestyle aspects of college. There is an academics rating for each school, but they all reiterate basically the same information: "Academics are pretty strong overall. But some professors are good, and some professors are bad."
Also, be weary of the statistics published in this book. Through my extensive research of colleges, I know for a fact that many of the acceptance rates, tuition, SAT scores, and GPAs in this book are just flat-out outdated or wrong.
Overall, CollegeProwler does a great job of shining a light on different aspects of college life, but if you're a first-timer trying to seek an overall impression of a campus without all the "juicy" info, you're best off seeking another book.
Summary of The Big Book of Colleges 2009 (College Prowler Guide)
College guides written by students for studentsYour ultimate source for honest, unbiased information, College Prowler delivers an inside look at 280 of the top colleges and universities in the US. Complete with thousands of student quotes, grades, stats, and reviews, this college guide offers a comprehensive collection of college information. See how students rate their campus when it s time to look beyond the brochures and talk about the issues that really matter.
Picking a college is hard, but we're here to help. The lists at the beginning of this book groups 280 schools in a variety of categories. Interested in location, size, or selectivity? Check the lists. Curious about which schools have the best dining, dorms, or local atmosphere? We rank those, too. Cross-compare between the different lists to find the schools that match all of your needs. Dive into our school-specific sections and find out why those colleges you have your eye on scored well in one category and poor in another. Just like the original College Prowler guidebooks, each school's section is student-written and provides its own unique dialogue to help you discover if the college is right for you.
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