Colleges That Create Futures: 50 Schools That Launch Careers by Going Beyond the Classroom

by The Princeton Review

CHOOSE A COLLEGE THAT WILL LAUNCH A CAREER!When it comes to getting the most out of college, the experiences you have outside the classroom are just as important as what you study. Colleges That Create Futures looks beyond the usual “best of” college lists to highlight 50 schools that empower students to discover practical, real-world applications for their talents and interests. The schools in this book feature distinctive research, internship, and hands-on learning programs—all the info you need to help find a college where you can parlay your passion into a successful post-college career.Inside, You'll • In-depth profiles covering career services, internship support, student group activity, alumni satisfaction, noteworthy facilities and programs, and more• Candid assessments of each school’s academics from students, current faculty, and alumni• Unique hands-on learning opportunities for students across majors• Testimonials on career prep from alumni in business, education, law, and much more***************************What makes Colleges That Create Futures important? You've seen the headlines—lately the news has been full of horror stories about how the college educational system has failed many recent grads who leave school with huge debt, no job prospects, and no experience in the working world. Colleges That Create Futures identifies schools that don't fall into this trap but instead prepare students for successful careers!How are the colleges selected? Schools are selected based on survey results on career services, grad school matriculation, internship support, student group and government activity, alumni activity and salaries, and noteworthy facilities and programs.

354 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 1, 2015

About the author

The Princeton Review is an education services company providing tutoring, test preparation and admission resources for students. It was founded in 1981. and since that time has worked with over 400 million students.

Reviews

[Kristin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book seeks out colleges that offer experiential learning above and beyond what a typical college provides. They have created one-of-kind programs and unique experiences outside the classroom that will help launch careers. This is not a regurgitation of the U.S. News & World Report rankings; note that no Ivy League colleges are included on the list.

[Jollyroger15 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very interesting read

Good overview of some colleges you wouldn't necessarily consider to be life changing for students. Highlights some unique programs

Recommended for anyone looking for ideas and to.build their college list.