Rankings & Grades Picking a college is hard, but we’re here to help. The lists at the beginning of this book group 200 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.  Individual School Profiles 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.

The Big Book of Colleges 2007

Test Preparation

College Prowler

Joey Rahimi

Luke Skurman

Omid Gohari

Kelly Carey

Meghan Dowdell

Matt Hamman

College & High School

College guides written by students for students Your ultimate source for honest, unbiased information, College Prowler delivers an inside look at 249 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 249 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.

The Big Book of Colleges 2008

Mark Benvenuto

Reference

College guides written by students for students Your 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.

The Big Book of Colleges 2009 (College Prowler Guide)

Education & Teaching

Higher & Continuing Education

College guides written by students for students. Your ultimate source for honest, unbiased information, College Prowler delivers an inside look at the top colleges and universities in the United States. 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 group 286 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-reference 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.

Big Book of Colleges 2010

College guides written by students for students.American University Students Tell It Like It IsWhat do Star Jones and Judge Judy have in common? They both attended American! Impressed already? There's more!Many AU students agree that there is something for everyone at their school, and they are rarely ever bored. That's quite a claim to make. What does American uniquely provide to warrant a statement like this?"For some reason, AU has some of the best faculty members in the United States. I've been exceedingly satisfied with 90 percent of the faculty I've had here."DC is considered one of the best college towns in the country, and there is no shortage of young people out to have a great time (or climb the social ladder in hopes of political success)."There's an incredible range of bars and clubs, so everyone can find something they like. Some places are all college students, and some have slightly older crowds."But even AU has its imperfections.Straight women at AU complain that satisfactory boyfriends are hard to find, as girls vastly outnumber the guys on campus."It's not a big rah-rah school spirit place."Find out if American truly has something for everyone, including something for you, straight from the students' mouths. Visiting campus isn't enough.Read our American University insider guide and discover what it feels like to be on campus for 4 years. Discover if American is Right For You.

American University - College Prowler Guide (Off the Record)

Alanna Schubach

Consumer Guides

No university affiliations. No half-truths. No out-of-touch authors who haven't been in school for decades. A class project turned company, College Prowler produces guidebooks that are written by actual college students and cover the things students really want to know. Unlike other guides that jam everything into a five-pound book and devote only two pages to each college, our single-school guidebooks give students only the schools they want and all the information they need. From academics and diversity to nightlife and sports, we let the students tell it how it is. In addition to editorial reviews and grades for 20 different topics, more than 80 percent of each guide is composed of actual student reviews of their school. Whether readers are looking for Best and Worst lists, Did You Knows? or traditions, College Prowler guides have it all. Our books are the only place for local slang, urban legends, and tips on the best places to find a date, study, or grab a bite to eat.

Bates College (College Prowler: Bates College Off the Record)

College guides written by students for students. Boston University Students Tell It Like It Is Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming to BU * The extremely high cost of living-this is especially difficult for your first taste of off-campus living. * BU is extremely conservative, especially considering the liberal student body. The former president of the University, John Silber, despite being a Democrat, seems as right-wing as they come regarding policies. When petitioning for more lenient visitation rules, students were surprised to hear this widely published response: "It is not our job to provide a 'love nest' for our students." He also disbanded the homosexual student organization at the BU Academy. This, among many other executive decisions made by those running the University, are often the spark for public controversy in the media. This is, of course, a very small sampling of what you need to know before choosing Boston University. If we told you everything, you wouldn't buy the book! Check out the College Prowler BU guidebook to get the full lowdown on . . . Guys and Girls: "The guys and girls vary. Some are really hot and some are really not. However, a lot of the women are Prada-wearing Gucci pushers, and the guys are pretty much the same. However, you do find your niche, and there are so many people that it doesn't really matter. One thing: there are more women than men. A good number of the men are gay. I have been told there is a drought of good, straight men . . . keep that in mind." Academics: "As a freshman, you will have huge lectures, and depending on your major, that might not change too much. The teachers are brilliant, but you might get lost in the crowd." Local Atmosphere: "There are so many other colleges around and it makes for some crazy times and lots of opportunities to meet people. Boston is definitely a college town. There are so many things to see when you're there. The historic aspect of Boston is fascinating, and it is beautiful all year round." And much more. Find out if BU truly has something for you, straight from the students' mouths. Visiting campus isn't enough. Read our Boston University insider's guide and discover what it feels like to be on campus for 4 years. Discover if BU is Right For You.

Boston University: Off the Record - College Prowler

Caren Walker

College guides written by students for students.Bowdoin College Students Tell It Like It IsMany students choose Bowdoin as their first choice school because of the intimacy between the administrators, faculty, coaches, alumni, and students; the size, the resources available, the convenient suburban location with accessibility to bigger metropolitan areas, and overall reputation. The rigorous demands, the Maine weather, the busy schedules, and the challenge to do well all become part of an education at Bowdoin. Check out the things they love and the things they hate about the Bowdoin experience and see if it's a place where you could thrive.The BEST ThingsThe warm atmosphere The dining hall food and service people Cook's Corner, Freeport, Portland, and Boston The huge Outing Club program The awesome housing available to students The WORST ThingsThe long winter The extremely preppy campus Being towed without warning Brunswick goes to bed at 8:00 p.m. No public transportation"Going to school here is a mixed bag. I've met very nice kids, but the typical day and lifestyle is so repetitive. I have my days when I question my stay at Bowdoin, but on others, I couldn't be more psyched." "I'd have to say, overall, I have had a wonderful experience. I've met lots of interesting and awesome people here. Advising from the faculty could be better, but then again, I should be more willing to take the initiative, too. I don't want to be anywhere else besides inside this 'Bowdoin bubble'-where the food is always good, Colby is forever despised, and everything is generally in good condition." Find out if Bowdoin truly has something for you, straight from the students' mouths. Visiting campus isn't enough.Read our Bowdoin College insider's guide and discover what it feels like to be on campus for 4 years.Discover if Bowdoin is Right For You. Nothing for St. Olaf

Bowdoin College: Off the Record - College Prowler

Derrick S. Wong

College guides written by students for students. Brigham Young University Students Tell It Like It Is A BYU experience is unlike anything else. The things that you will learn go far beyond what is taught in the classrooms, and the people that you will meet are exceptional. Researching the school, and being familiar with the rules and expectations of students, will make the transition smoother and help you get the most out of your BYU experience. Looking at BYU statistically, you realize that what you are getting is a great education at an amazingly low price. But what the statistics can't tell you is the unique and defining experience you will have while attending BYU. Hopefully this book will paint a broader picture of what BYU is and what a BYU student can hope for and expect. Ashley Vance, Author Brigham Young University Things you'll need to know that College Prowler can tell you . . . On Living Standards: * Visitors of the opposite sex are only allowed in the living room and kitchen and are not allowed to use the bathroom. * Visiting hours are 9 a.m. to 12 midnight, or 1:30 a.m. on Fridays. * Students must abide by the BYU Honor Code. * Students are expected to follow the dress code. * Students are responsible for keeping their guests to these guidelines. On Strictness: "By signing your name to the Honor Code, you are saying that you will live by strict rules, and BYU will not let you forget it. The Honor Code Office is the biggest threat on campus, and no one wants to be called by them. Students will most definitely be kicked out of school for drug and alcohol offenses, as well as possibly suspended for things such as curfew violations and being found in the bedroom of someone of the opposite sex. Again, due to the Mormon culture, things such as cheating and lying are looked down on by peers and not tolerated by authority." On Guys and Girls: "The guys at BYU are pretty stellar, with exceptional academic performance, adequate conversation skills, and admirable goals and ambitions. Just be sure to do the ring check. It's very likely that the hot guy in your biology class is married with two kids." "Seriously, the girls are nicer than I thought they'd be! The skinny, tan, drop dead gorgeous ones are actually nice and humble. I thought that would never happen here!" Do you have what it takes to be a part of the BYU experience? Find out what level of personal dedication it requires, straight from the students' mouths. Visiting campus isn't enough. Read our Brigham Young University insider's guide and discover what it feels like to be on campus for 4 years. Discover if BYU is Right For You.

Brigham Young University - College Prowler Guide

College guides written by students for students. Brown University Students Tell It Like It Is Wanna take a walk through the Van Winkle Gate? Traditions - The Van Winkle Gate Every student walks through the main gates of the University exactly twice in their undergraduate career. The first week of freshman year, the gates are swung inwards toward University Hall, inviting new University members to enter the Brown campus. Years later, upon graduating, the gates are opened out, ushering the grads back into the world and ceremoniously ending their time at Brown. 
Now that you know what caps the beginning and end of a student's time at Brown, turn to College Prowler to find out more about what happens in between.
Get the lowdown on everything from Academics . . .
"I get to switch it up a little bit. I think the Brown curriculum offers a lot of space to try things out and really figure out what you are interested in. I transferred for the open curriculum. I think when people first start applying to the school, they don't realize or pay attention to how much the curriculum of the school and the educational philosophy can influence your experience at a place. My other school was way too restrictive." 
to Campus Dining . . .
"The meal plan rips you off. The Ratty was disgusting. I was on the full meal plan. I'm definitely going off of it even though I'm living in a dorm without a real kitchen, which should tell you something. I think the V-Dub is a little better. Being off the meal plan without a car might be a little difficult." 
and even Nightlife . . .
"The on-campus parties are worth checking out for underclassmen, but they're ultimately uninspiring and repetitive. House parties are great, as are a few bars and clubs. Check out Nick-a-Nees, the Red Fez, the Underground, when it's open, and the GCB."
Find out if Brown truly has something for you, straight from the students' mouths. 
Visiting campus isn't enough.
Read our Brown University insider's guide and discover what it feels like to be on campus for 4 years. 
Discover if Brown is Right For You.

Brown University Ri 2006 (Off the Record)

Matthew R. Kittay

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