1. University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

    • 4 Year
    • Ann Arbor, MI
    • 4,227 reviews
    #23 Best Colleges in America

    Sophomore : The campus life is academically and socially vibrant, with trendy restaurants and cafes mingling with professors who are at the forefront of their research. The university offers a wide range of classes with many hidden gems like spending nights in the planetarium, looking at the effects of video games on education, or finding answers to resource sustainability. It can be easy to feel lost in such a large student body and campus, so it was important to find clubs and smaller communities early on, of which there is a niche for everyone. As a rising sophomore, the dorm food was amazing. Advisors are really helpful and kind; they do everything to help you plan out your path. But I've heard many times that our mental health services (CAPS) is extremely lacking. Experiences will vary for everyone, but if you are looking for a high-energy campus with a strong mix of academic vigor, some loneliness and depression, low student diversity, brilliant faculty, and big sports/parties, come here!
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    • A+
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    • 23% Acceptance Rate
    • $16,856 Net Price
    • 1330-1510 SAT Range
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  2. University of California - Los Angeles

    • 4 Year
    • Los Angeles, CA
    • 5,130 reviews
    #24 Best Colleges in America

    Niche User : I enjoyed the campus life., I felt very welcomed onto the college campus! There are hundreds of student organizations for students to find their community and their passions in. There are many possibilities to get involved and they have tons of on-campus resources, such as the learning assistant program, peer learning facilitator program, and more, to help students with their academic needs, as well as for student employment opportunities. The area surrounding the school is also great for students, and very lively! There are local bars, restaurants, Halloween stores, and even weekly farmers markets down the street.
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    • A+
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    • 14% Acceptance Rate
    • $15,002 Net Price
    • 1290-1520 SAT Range
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