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## [The 42 Cheapest Colleges in California](https://blog.prepscholar.com/cheapest-colleges-in-california)
Posted by [Justin Berkman](https://blog.prepscholar.com/author/justin-berkman) | May 3, 2023
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College is expensive, so it's prudent to consider how much you're going to have to pay before you decide to attend a particular school—especially if you live in California. While cost shouldn't be the sole determining factor in your college decision, it's definitely an important one.
In this article, **I'll give you a list of the cheapest colleges in California.** Furthermore, I'll provide you with the prices of the top public and private colleges in California, explain college costs, and go over how finances should influence your college decision.
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## [The 79 Most Conservative Colleges in America](https://blog.prepscholar.com/most-conservative-colleges)
Posted by [Justin Berkman](https://blog.prepscholar.com/author/justin-berkman) | May 3, 2023
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If you hold strong political beliefs, you may want to go to a college where the students, faculty, and administration share your values. You'll be more likely to find student groups that are aligned with your interests and beliefs. Additionally, it's more likely that the values of the college will coincide with your own, which means you'll probably have a more enjoyable college experience.
In this article, **I'll give you the names of 79 of the most conservative colleges in the United States**. Furthermore, I'll detail the traits of conservative colleges, explain the possible advantages and disadvantages of attending a conservative college, and advise you on how to find a conservative college that's a good fit for you.
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## [The 6 Best CUNY Schools and What Makes Them Great](https://blog.prepscholar.com/best-cuny-schools)
Posted by [Hannah Muniz](https://blog.prepscholar.com/author/hannah-muniz) | May 2, 2023
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Every year thousands of applicants apply for freshman admission to [CUNY](https://www.prepscholar.com/sat/s/colleges/City-College-of-New-York-SAT-scores-GPA), a renowned university system based in New York City. Which are the best CUNY schools, though? Is there one best CUNY college that towers above all the others?
In this guide, **we present our picks for the best CUNY schools** and offer tips for finding the best CUNY college for *you* based on what you're looking for in a school. But first, what is CUNY exactly?
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## [How Many Ivy League Schools Are There?](https://blog.prepscholar.com/how-many-ivy-league-schools-are-there)
Posted by [Rebecca Deurlein](https://blog.prepscholar.com/author/rebecca-deurlein) | April 11, 2023
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One of the reasons we talk about Ivy League colleges is because they belong to an exclusive club — but how many schools are in the Ivy League, actually? In fact, there are only eight universities belonging to the Ivy League. How those eight got there is a history lesson. But are those schools worth knowing, applying to, and attending? We’ll answer all those questions, so read on!
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## [Ivy Day 2026: What Is It, When Is It, and What to Do Next](https://blog.prepscholar.com/ivy-day-decisions)
Posted by [Hannah Muniz](https://blog.prepscholar.com/author/hannah-muniz) | March 8, 2023
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If you've applied or are currently applying to Ivy League schools, you've likely heard the phrase "Ivy Day." Ivy Day, or Ivy Admissions Day, is when all the Ivy League schools announce their admissions decisions for regular decision first-year applicants. **This year, Ivy Day is March 26, 2026. **
Keep reading to learn more about what to expect on Ivy Day, how to predict future Ivy Day dates, and what to do with your admissions decision(s) once Ivy Day is over.
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## [Complete List of Performing Arts Colleges in California](https://blog.prepscholar.com/performing-arts-colleges-in-california)
Posted by [Dora Seigel](https://blog.prepscholar.com/author/dora-seigel) | February 1, 2023
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If the stage calls your name, and you're interested in pursuing a degree in one of the performing arts (theatre/dance/music) in California, then this article is for you. **I've compiled a comprehensive list of all of the universities and conservatory programs in California that offer performing arts degrees** (Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate's).
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## [The 6 Best Colleges for Undecided Majors](https://blog.prepscholar.com/best-colleges-for-undecided-majors)
Posted by [Ashley Robinson](https://blog.prepscholar.com/author/ashley-robinson) | February 1, 2023
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While there’s nothing wrong with being undeclared, **it *does* mean you have to ask yourself slightly different questions when you’re choosing a university**. For instance, which schools are the best for an undecided student? What makes a good college for undecided majors? And should I go to a college with a lot of majors, or apply more broadly to different types of schools?
In this article, **we’ll give you the lowdown on the best colleges for undecided majors.** We’ll cover:
- What it means to be undecided
- What characterizes good schools for undecided majors
- The six colleges that are excellent options for students who start college undecided
The only thing you *don’t* have to be undecided about is reading this article! (You know you love a Dad joke.) So let’s get started.
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## [29 Great Colleges for B Students and How to Get In](https://blog.prepscholar.com/colleges-for-b-students)
Posted by [Justin Berkman](https://blog.prepscholar.com/author/justin-berkman) | January 2, 2023
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Generally, the better your grades, the more college options you'll have. However, some students a re under the false impression that you need straight As in order to get into a wonderful college. Students stress and worry that a few Bs will sentence them to an inferior university.
**Fortunately, getting Bs won't prevent you from being able to go to a good school.** There are a number of excellent colleges that admit B students. We'll provide a list of 29 of the best colleges for B students and explain how to find a good college if you're a B student.
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## [What Are the Ivy League Schools' Acceptance Rates for 2022?](https://blog.prepscholar.com/ivy-league-acceptance-rates)
Posted by [Laura Staffaroni](https://blog.prepscholar.com/author/laura-staffaroni) | December 25, 2022
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The eight schools in the Ivy League are among the most well-known and selective universities both within the US and in the world at large. Because of this, Ivy League (and similarly selective non-Ivy) schools have tens of thousands of students from whom to choose their class of 2026.
**But what are Ivy League schools' acceptance rates, and how have those rates changed over time?** In this analysis, we'll look at Ivy League admissions, from the number of applicants to the number of students who ultimately end up attending.
In addition to the eight Ivy League schools (Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth, Harvard, Princeton, UPenn, and Yale), we'll also consider eight equally selective non-Ivy League national universities: Caltech, Duke, Johns Hopkins, MIT, Northwestern, Stanford, UChicago, and Vanderbilt.
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## [All the College Ranking Lists You Should Read](https://blog.prepscholar.com/all-the-college-ranking-lists-you-should-read)
Posted by [Justin Berkman](https://blog.prepscholar.com/author/justin-berkman) | December 24, 2022
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People love ranking lists. There are tons of TV shows and articles ranking something, from the prettiest celebrities to the best songs of the 1980s. The fascination with college ranking lists has been around for over 30 years, ever since the *U.S. News & World Report* debuted its list in 1983. There are quite a few college ranking lists out there, but which ones are the best ones? Which ones should you look at?
Honestly, all overall college ranking lists are flawed, and you should spend more time researching and visiting colleges than obsessing over college rankings to determine which college you should attend. However, in this article **I will detail the pros and cons of different college ranking lists and of college ranking lists in general.** You can obtain some worthwhile information from these lists, so don't completely dismiss them.
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## [What Are the US Military Colleges? Should You Go?](https://blog.prepscholar.com/us-military-colleges)
Posted by [Justin Berkman](https://blog.prepscholar.com/author/justin-berkman) | December 20, 2022
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For those students who aspire to get military training and earn a college degree, there are a number of colleges in the United States that are designed for you to pursue your military and educational goals simultaneously. There are three primary types of US military colleges: service academies, Senior Military Colleges, and Military Junior Colleges.
**In this article, I'll describe each type of military college and explain the differences between them.** Furthermore, I'll help you determine which type of college may be best for you.
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## [Are There Any Good For-Profit Colleges? Top 8 For-Profit Colleges](https://blog.prepscholar.com/best-for-profit-colleges)
Posted by [Hannah Muniz](https://blog.prepscholar.com/author/hannah-muniz) | December 19, 2022
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For-profit colleges have a pretty poor reputation in the academic world—and generally for good reason. **But are there any good for-profit colleges out there that aren't as bad as the rest?** Should you ever consider going to one?
In this guide, we introduce the **top for-profit colleges**, which we determined based on factors such as graduation rate, net cost of attendance, and student reviews. We also go over the biggest pros and cons of attending a for-profit college. But first, let's look a little more closely at what for-profit schools actually are and how they work.
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## [What Are HBCU Colleges? Is One Right for You?](https://blog.prepscholar.com/historically-black-colleges-complete-list)
Posted by [Justin Berkman](https://blog.prepscholar.com/author/justin-berkman) | December 10, 2022
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HBCUs, meaning historically black colleges and universities, have existed since Cheyney University in Pennsylvania was founded in 1837. Many well-known scholars, entrepreneurs, and entertainers have graduated from HBCUs, including Toni Morrison, Sean Combs, Thurgood Marshall, Martin Luther King, Jr., Taraji P. Henson, and Oprah Winfrey.
Are you considering attending an HBCU? We'll go over what HBCUs are, pros and cons of attending, and list some important facts about the schools.
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## [Caltech vs MIT: Which Is Better?](https://blog.prepscholar.com/caltech-vs-mit)
Posted by [Hannah Muniz](https://blog.prepscholar.com/author/hannah-muniz) | December 10, 2022
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If you want to major in science, technology, or a related field, then you've likely heard of Caltech and MIT, two of the most prestigious technological institutes in the US. But is Caltech or MIT the better university? **More importantly, which school will be a better fit for *you*?**
In this complete Caltech vs MIT guide, we go over the main differences between Caltech and MIT, and introduce the critical factors you must consider when deciding whether Caltech or MIT is the right choice for you. But first, let's look at what types of schools Caltech and MIT actually are.
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## [The 7 Things That Really Look Good on a College Application](https://blog.prepscholar.com/what-looks-good-on-a-college-application)
Posted by [Hannah Muniz](https://blog.prepscholar.com/author/hannah-muniz) | December 10, 2022
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**What looks good on a college application?** It's the question nearly every high school student will ask at some point while applying to college. But is there a clear answer?
Fortunately, **the answer is yes!** Read on to learn what colleges look for in applicants, what looks really good on a college application, and what kinds of myths there are about good things to put on a college application.
[Read More](https://blog.prepscholar.com/what-looks-good-on-a-college-application)
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