Smart phone use among college students concerns some professors
Pam Walsh does not own a smartphone. Walsh, a senior at Bryant University in Rhode Island, is a commuter student and says she uses the money that would…
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U.S. News defends online college rankings amid harsh criticism
Creators of U.S. News & World Report’s inaugural ranking of online college programs continued their defense of the much-publicized list this week when they said their methodology would…
U.S. News to collect online education data
As early as mid-July, U.S.News & World Report will begin a first-ever effort to collect in depth data from all online bachelor's and five master's degree level education…
Wikipedia gradually accepted in college classrooms
In 1775, Paul Revere boisterously rung bells to warn colonists of an impending influx of British soldiers. Actually, he didn't. But anyone who visited the Wikipedia page dedicated…
Learning disabilities can offer college admission edge
Can having a learning disability be an advantage when applying to college? Asks U.S. News & World Report.
10 most expensive private colleges
When many think of the most expensive schools in the nation, top ranked institutions such as Harvard University and Williams College likely first come to mind, says U.S.…
10 least expensive private colleges
Strategizing a way to effectively finance a college education can be even more challenging than selecting a school to attend, says U.S. News & World Report.
10 colleges with the fewest cars on campus
Some freedoms that may seem alien to high school students are inherent in the college experience: There are no curfews imposed by parents, and no mandates to keep…
10 universities with the highest percentage of small classes
Yesterday, U.S. News & World Report released their list of universities with the highest percentage of small classes.
America’s most popular online teacher
America's most popular teacher doesn't work at Harvard University or a fancy prep school. In fact, he doesn't work in a school at all, but his lessons have…