1. The College of New Jersey

    • 4 Year
    • Ewing, NJ
    • 1,341 reviews
    #207 Best Colleges in America

    Freshman : TCNJ is a very good state school. It offers rich academics, a tight-knit community and resources that will help you succeed in whatever field. Campus is beautiful during the seasons and it is a great place to be. I would have to comment on the liberal arts program, the housing, dining, social life, and LGBTQ+ community. Personally, I think the liberal arts program is wishy-washy. You can complete multiple requirements with one class: I find this personally to be a disservice to a "liberal arts education." The classes are extremely challenging, so be prepared to work your butt off. The freshman housing sucks, but it is a cool place to meet people. The food, do not go to EIK. Worst dining hall, some are okay with it, but I think it is nasty. If you are big partier, get involved with Greek life or else you have to pay to get into parties, yes even you girls. There also just is a lack of LGBTQ+ resources and organizations on campus, come on man! Let's have some pride.
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    • A-
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    • 50% Acceptance Rate
    • $23,414 Net Price
    • 1160-1350 SAT Range
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  2. Loyola University Maryland

    • 4 Year
    • Baltimore, MD
    • 997 reviews
    #208 Best Colleges in America

    Sophomore : I had a great experience at Loyola. The people are great (surround yourself with people you want to be around!), the facilities are top notch, the food choices are good if you make an effort to look around and the atmosphere is always positive and conducive to learning. The academics at Loyola are rigorous and you must stay on top of your game to earn a competitive GPA. Loyola students work hard and play hard!
    The only downside to Loyola is that the school is expensive and the majority of "parties" are off-campus bars/clubs which can also become an expense.
    Diversity at Loyola is solid...could be better but the dedicated and newly expanded multicultural center is a melting pot for people of all different minority races.
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    • A-
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    • 79% Acceptance Rate
    • $39,027 Net Price
    • 1100-1267 SAT Range
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