2022 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America

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Senior: I love Brown. I transferred here, and quickly met some of the most amazing, passionate, and genuine people I could imagine. The student body is so friendly and hard-working. Still, the best part of Brown is the open curriculum—the academic freedom and autonomy I am given here has changed my relationship to learning and life in general. I have discovered so many interests I never know I had! The open curriculum, in general, is perfect for students who have lots of wide-ranging interests and want to pursue multiple fields, or know exactly what they want to specialize in. But it's also great for students who have no idea, and want time to explore and try new areas of study while they figure things out. I agree with other reviewers that the food and dorms aren't outstanding by any means. However, the academic environement, professors, and fellow students at Brown are more than worth it. I'm so sad to be graduating :(...Read 1,033 Reviews
#1 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Brown University
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4 Year,
PROVIDENCE, RI,
1033 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says I love Brown. I transferred here, and quickly met some of the most amazing, passionate, and genuine people I could imagine. The student body is so friendly and hard-working. Still, the best part of....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 7%,
Net Price: $27,659,
SAT Range: 1440-1560,
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Freshman: Yale is an amazing school! The professors and students are all encouraging and friendly. Everyone there deserves to be there, which makes the learning environment extremely rewarding and stimulating. There are so many resources to help you navigate your time at Yale, especially during your first-year. You immediately build a community within your residential college, and can find a group instantly through classes or extracurriculars. The campus is beautiful, intertwined with the city. The courtyards of the residential colleges and the buildings on campus are unmatched by any other university in the country. Everyone is extremely friendly, all while you are earning a world-class education and building connections that will last for years to come...Read 1,004 Reviews
#2 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Yale University
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4 Year,
NEW HAVEN, CT,
1004 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Freshman says Yale is an amazing school! The professors and students are all encouraging and friendly. Everyone there deserves to be there, which makes the learning environment extremely rewarding and stimulating.....
Read 1004 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 7%,
Net Price: $17,511,
SAT Range: 1460-1580,
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Alum: Attending Columbia University was a fantastic experience for me. My professors were all very interesting. Some were a bit quirky, but that was ok. They always challenged me to be open to possibilities and to figure things out from all angles. The work load was definitely heavy, but I learned more there than anywhere else I have been since then. And the facilities were excellent. There's a telescope on campus and I'll never forget our class meeting at 9pm one night to view the planets and see what astronomers actually did. We saw rings of Saturn, Jupiters moons, storms on Jupiter, star clusters, and more. Even though it was only an elective class, I found it fascinating and the professor, who was visiting from England, was very engaging and enjoyed his work. All of my instructors were. They were all working and teaching, so it was the best of both worlds. Also, the research materials were endless. It didn't hurt that the school is in Manhattan, and in my favorite part!...Read 1,280 Reviews
#3 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Columbia University
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4 Year,
NEW YORK, NY,
1280 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says Attending Columbia University was a fantastic experience for me. My professors were all very interesting. Some were a bit quirky, but that was ok. They always challenged me to be open to....
Read 1280 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 7%,
Net Price: $22,126,
SAT Range: 1460-1570,
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Niche User: I'm graduating from my High School in 2021 and I have been accepted into the class of 2025, so I am not enrolled, yet but what I've seen so far has me excited for the start of the Fall semester. I went on an in-person tour despite the school being far from home and I really enjoyed it! My tour guide (Geddy), was a business major student who is planning on graduating in 2023. He and everyone else I talked to was really friendly and welcoming. Schedules for students are flexible, and because of the small student size, you can pretty much get into any class you want. There are various clubs and activities the students and (sometimes professors!) organize and what I've seen online so far looks really fun even though there are still restrictions what we can do. The school also has went through a recent renovation so it looks very new and clean :)...Read 612 Reviews
Sponsored Result, Mary Baldwin University
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4 Year,
STAUNTON, VA,
612 Niche users give it an average review of 3.4 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says I'm graduating from my High School in 2021 and I have been accepted into the class of 2025, so I am not enrolled, yet but what I've seen so far has me excited for the start of the Fall semester. I....
Read 612 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: C,
Acceptance Rate: 87%,
Net Price: $18,741,
SAT Range: 940-1120,
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Sophomore: Make sure to do your research before deciding to apply or committing. Definitely a lot of prestige, resources, and amazing people. However, as an inner city kid from the midwest, the east coast, especially Boston, was sort of a culture shock. Social life is not as prominent as it is at other schools because academics and athletics definitely dominate the scene. Boston is definitely a college CITY. With so many colleges in a 10 mile radius you only see college study out and about. Overall a very eye opening experience, just make sure to visit and be sure that this is what you seek in your college experience!...Read 779 Reviews
#4 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Harvard University
4 Year,
CAMBRIDGE, MA,
779 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Sophomore says Make sure to do your research before deciding to apply or committing. Definitely a lot of prestige, resources, and amazing people. However, as an inner city kid from the midwest, the east coast,....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 5%,
Net Price: $18,037,
SAT Range: 1460-1580,
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Junior: I am a transfer student athlete and am planning to attend Dartmouth in the fall. What I loved on my visit was the family atmosphere amongst the faculty and the close relationships they had with their students. I believe that it is important to put an emphasis on undergraduate education and Dartmouth does that the best in comparison to any other school in the nation. From an athletic standpoint I feel like Dartmouth has all the tools and facilities to help me achieve my athletic goals. Coming from an institution that gives athletic scholarships, Ivy leagues do not have that availability. I felt like the experiences and relationships that I would build would make it worth it to apply for scholarships online. Thank you!...Read 710 Reviews
#5 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Dartmouth College
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4 Year,
HANOVER, NH,
710 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Junior says I am a transfer student athlete and am planning to attend Dartmouth in the fall. What I loved on my visit was the family atmosphere amongst the faculty and the close relationships they had with....
Read 710 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 9%,
Net Price: $24,525,
SAT Range: 1440-1560,
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Alum: Now, 60+ years after a Stanford BSME, I am astoundingly grateful for a rounded undergraduate engineering education that led to 1) a succession of rewarding employments, and through those, 2) development of cultural appreciation and of language capability in Malaysian/Indonesian - employment experiences in human relations and communication that made me a more effective and versatile engineer. So to Stanford, thanks for getting me off to a great start!...T. Savage, SeattleRead 1,222 Reviews
#6 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Stanford University
4 Year,
STANFORD, CA,
1222 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says Now, 60+ years after a Stanford BSME, I am astoundingly grateful for a rounded undergraduate engineering education that led to 1) a succession of rewarding employments, and through those, 2)...T. Savage, Seattle.
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 5%,
Net Price: $20,023,
SAT Range: 1420-1570,
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Freshman: Bowdoin has the most friendly, welcoming people I have ever met. Bowdoin is very LGBTQ-friendly. It is quite heterogeneous, and everyone seems to feel comfortable being themselves. The professors are all insanely qualified and bright. Bowdoin offers great financial aid, and is one of few colleges to have need-blind, no-loan financial aid (meaning the College gives you grants instead of loans in its financial aid package). The campus is scenic, outdoorsy...The party scene for freshmen is mainly basement parties at the College Houses (Bowdoin's alternative to Greek life). These parties don't serve alcohol, so you must pregame (if you want) elsewhere. However, these parties are advertised campus-wide, so everyone is invited/ included. After freshman year, students mainly party in dorms or apartments with their friend groups. ...One qualm about Bowdoin: it is pretty intolerant to non-liberal/Democrat opinions. Conservatives, Republicans, and moderates are pretty closeted and silenced.Read 710 Reviews
#7 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Bowdoin College
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4 Year,
BRUNSWICK, ME,
710 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Freshman says Bowdoin has the most friendly, welcoming people I have ever met. Bowdoin is very LGBTQ-friendly. It is quite heterogeneous, and everyone seems to feel comfortable being themselves. The professors are...The party scene for freshmen is mainly basement parties at the College Houses (Bowdoin's alternative to Greek life). These parties don't serve alcohol, so you must pregame (if you want) elsewhere....One qualm about Bowdoin: it is pretty intolerant to non-liberal/Democrat opinions. Conservatives, Republicans, and moderates are pretty closeted and silenced..
Read 710 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 9%,
Net Price: $25,622,
SAT Range: 1360-1510,
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Freshman: Chose Wes over a bunch of other schools, including Cornell. So happy I did. The people are great—kind, friendly, smart, cool. I had no problem making tons of friends and I love my classes, which are small. The professors and advisors welcome student interaction before and after class. I talk to my profs a lot. Food is also really good! Social scene is fun, but not insane. There are always parties on the weekends...Read 719 Reviews
#8 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Wesleyan University
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4 Year,
MIDDLETOWN, CT,
719 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Freshman says Chose Wes over a bunch of other schools, including Cornell. So happy I did. The people are great—kind, friendly, smart, cool. I had no problem making tons of friends and I love my classes, which are....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 21%,
Net Price: $22,845,
SAT Range: 1300-1480,
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Freshman: Middlebury is an interesting school for sure. On the one hand, the experience so far has been extremely eye-opening. Courses can be hard to get into, just seating wise, but sometimes the classes you panic register for turn out to be your favorite. The professors are knowledgeable. Administration can be kinda top-down organizationy, especially in infrastructure decision making. There are niches for so many different interests at the school, so it feels less like everyone is smarter than you and more than everyone has really cool interests that are different than yours...Read 509 Reviews
#9 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Middlebury College
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4 Year,
MIDDLEBURY, VT,
509 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Freshman says Middlebury is an interesting school for sure. On the one hand, the experience so far has been extremely eye-opening. Courses can be hard to get into, just seating wise, but sometimes the classes you....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 22%,
Net Price: $24,517,
SAT Range: 1340-1520,
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Alum: I graduated from Barnard over 25 years ago. To this day, I am empowered and inspired by the education I received from Barnard and the friendships I made. The classes were excellent, my classmates were inspiring and diverse and I am continuously impressed with their accomplishments - Pulitzer Prize winners, Emmy winners, authors, rock stars, business leaders, entrepreneurs, professors, doctors, lawyers - it was really special. I loved being able to take advantage of the classes, dorms and dining halls of Columbia, and developed close friendships amongst the entire community. Going to school in NYC was AWESOME! For those who think of it as simply a women’s college, I would say say that is way too narrow. It inspires and emboldens women in a way that is unique, and anyway you are among guys all the time - in class, in dorms, on campus, in the dining halls, socializing…you are not at all isolated. I can’t recommend Barnard highly enough!...Read 452 Reviews
#10 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Barnard College
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4 Year,
NEW YORK, NY,
452 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says I graduated from Barnard over 25 years ago. To this day, I am empowered and inspired by the education I received from Barnard and the friendships I made. The classes were excellent, my classmates....
Read 452 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 14%,
Net Price: $30,572,
SAT Range: 1350-1520,
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Senior: UNC Chapel-Hill is definitely challenging academically, but overall an excellent institution! Despite lots of challenges with the COVID-19 year (part of my sophomore spring and entire junior year), I was able to complete most of my major, and will finish school on-time. Met some excellent professors in the EXSS department who truly care about my learning and success as a student, and was afforded the opportunity to begin research in the MOTION Institute, specifically regarding ACL reconstruction as an undergraduate RA, even in my senior year, when many told me it would be 'too late' to start. UNC also is close to the Newman Center for Catholic students, which is very welcoming and hosts weekly Wednesday night dinners as part of a social get-together for like-minded undergraduates - set-up, cooking, and cleaning all done by students!...Read 2,495 Reviews
#11 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
4 Year,
CHAPEL HILL, NC,
2495 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says UNC Chapel-Hill is definitely challenging academically, but overall an excellent institution! Despite lots of challenges with the COVID-19 year (part of my sophomore spring and entire junior year), I....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 25%,
Net Price: $10,038,
SAT Range: 1280-1490,
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#12 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Wellesley College
4 Year,
WELLESLEY, MA,
603 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says Pretty good! Great environment for learning and fostering a well-rounded perspective on the world. Faculty and your peers will have the greatest influence on your experience, so if you choose well,....
Read 603 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 22%,
Net Price: $21,614,
SAT Range: 1350-1520,
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Freshman: The courses, faculty, resources, and community here are all wonderful. There is truly a culture throughout the university of caring about the students and doing everything possible to help them succeed. The academics are, of course, extremely challenging, but there are plenty of ways to get help and the academic faculty are always very receptive to students needing assistance. Most everyone has the drive to succeed without creating an overly competitive or cutthroat environment. Culture outside of academics - arts, music, clubs, sports - is vibrant as well...Read 446 Reviews
#13 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Princeton University
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4 Year,
PRINCETON, NJ,
446 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Freshman says The courses, faculty, resources, and community here are all wonderful. There is truly a culture throughout the university of caring about the students and doing everything possible to help them....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 6%,
Net Price: $18,685,
SAT Range: 1450-1570,
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Freshman: My favorite part of UChicago is definitely its academics -- students are constantly encouraged to debate, rethink, and most importantly, listen. I was able to take a graduate student course as a first-year, and was amazed by the level of respectful and intellectual discussion that was possible! Students and professors alike are motivated, caring, and inclusive, and there's a strong sense of community everywhere you go, from the UCPD officer on the street corner to the dining hall staff. There's truly something for everyone, from Student Action to University Theater to Circus Club to Greek life. Regardless of extracurricular interests, however, there's an undeniable bond in the love of learning and open-mindedness that ties everyone in UChicago together...Read 1,204 Reviews
#14 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
University of Chicago
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4 Year,
CHICAGO, IL,
1204 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Freshman says My favorite part of UChicago is definitely its academics -- students are constantly encouraged to debate, rethink, and most importantly, listen. I was able to take a graduate student course as a....
Read 1204 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 6%,
Net Price: $36,584,
SAT Range: 1500-1570,
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Freshman: At first, I was a bit disappointed that I ended up at Rice University. I was aiming for the Ivy Leagues and ended up at a college that I hadn't even heard of before the university application process. However, even though I've only been here for a few weeks, I couldn't be happier. Rice is a super inclusive university, with only the best of the best as professors, and the people here are nicer than any other people I've ever met. Everyone in the student body is willing to get to know you and, as an introvert, I feel myself becoming more and more relaxed when hanging out and talking to other people. Of course, I couldn't mention Rice without mentioning how good their academics are, and as a STEM student the classes are fast-paced yet easy to understand. Rice also has an enormous campus that rivals the Ivies while only having a total enrollment of under 7000 students. This means that dorms are also massive, and the living conditions are sensational. I'm happy to be an Owl!...Read 1,079 Reviews
#15 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Rice University
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4 Year,
HOUSTON, TX,
1079 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Freshman says At first, I was a bit disappointed that I ended up at Rice University. I was aiming for the Ivy Leagues and ended up at a college that I hadn't even heard of before the university application....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 11%,
Net Price: $19,215,
SAT Range: 1460-1570,
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Junior: Work hard, play hard! That’s life at Penn. Strengths - Great approachable Professors, almost any class or activity you can think of, wonderful diversity, beautiful campus. Lots of opportunities to study abroad. Greek life is active, but not necessary to have a rich social life. Tuition, room and board are expensive but there’s lots of aid available. Highly recommended, but very competitive admission rate ( around 8% ). Suggest applying Early Decision if Penn’s your first choice ( 18% acceptance rate )...Read 1,284 Reviews
#16 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
University of Pennsylvania
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4 Year,
PHILADELPHIA, PA,
1284 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Junior says Work hard, play hard! That’s life at Penn. Strengths - Great approachable Professors, almost any class or activity you can think of, wonderful diversity, beautiful campus. Lots of opportunities....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 8%,
Net Price: $24,167,
SAT Range: 1460-1570,
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Freshman: Colby is a really great school, and all that I was looking for academically. While the workload for some of my classes took a little bit of transitioning towards, I feel like I am being challenged while also learning a lot. The school gives great financial aid and funding, which is a huge advantage too...Personally, I like the smaller campus size. It's easy to navigate and get around, but there's still a pretty wide expanse so you don't feel suffocated. However, because it is a small campus, there isn't much to do outside of events being held. Downtown is also pretty barren, and there's nothing to do. The shuttle is a bit limited, and only goes downtown and to Walmart. Having a car would be very nice here! If you love nature and the outdoors, it's perfect here...There is a lack of diversity, but also more diversity than I was expecting from a college in the middle of nowhere Maine.Read 546 Reviews
#17 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Colby College
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4 Year,
WATERVILLE, ME,
546 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Freshman says Colby is a really great school, and all that I was looking for academically. While the workload for some of my classes took a little bit of transitioning towards, I feel like I am being challenged...Personally, I like the smaller campus size. It's easy to navigate and get around, but there's still a pretty wide expanse so you don't feel suffocated. However, because it is a small campus, there...There is a lack of diversity, but also more diversity than I was expecting from a college in the middle of nowhere Maine..
Read 546 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 10%,
Net Price: $18,552,
SAT Range: 1380-1520,
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Alum: Aside from all of the aspects Pomona promotes as the reasons in favor of attending, I have to say that the relationships I forged with faculty, staff, and my fellow majors (Public Policy Analysis) contributed in large part to my success in undergrad and beyond. The Career Development Office in particular helped me perfect my job-hunting skills, and tailor my resume to ensure I was always putting my best, most relevant self out there. The alumni network is robust, and folks are always willing to lend a helping hand when it comes to connecting current students and other alums to jobs or people who can lift them up. Thanks to the CDO, I was able to land a great internship that legitimized my thesis research to a point where I was able to create valid policy solutions to address the problems I was trying to solve, which is why I chose Pomona in the first place. So glad to have had the opportunities and experiences that I did! My life shifted for the better because of Pomona...Read 411 Reviews
#18 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Pomona College
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4 Year,
CLAREMONT, CA,
411 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says Aside from all of the aspects Pomona promotes as the reasons in favor of attending, I have to say that the relationships I forged with faculty, staff, and my fellow majors (Public Policy Analysis)....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 9%,
Net Price: $30,392,
SAT Range: 1390-1540,
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Sophomore: I am extremely satisfied with my decision to pick Georgetown. The professors are all experts in their fields, classes are a great size, and the people here (mostly) are wonderful. Despite the occasional elitist boarding school kid, the atmosphere here is great. I have truly found my best friends here, and I wouldn’t change a thing. Highly recommend checking rate my professor before choosing classes! The one thing I will complain about is the competitive club culture, but I have been able to find incredible extracurriculars that aren’t toxic and exclusive. Also, it’s cliché, but the location cannot be beat. I always have something to do in the city, and most of the museums downtown are free, so weekends are always jam packed. Definitely worth the money, in my opinion...Read 1,217 Reviews
#19 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Georgetown University
4 Year,
WASHINGTON, DC,
1217 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Sophomore says I am extremely satisfied with my decision to pick Georgetown. The professors are all experts in their fields, classes are a great size, and the people here (mostly) are wonderful. Despite the....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 14%,
Net Price: $30,710,
SAT Range: 1380-1550,
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Freshman: I have loved my first two trimesters at Carleton College! It bears noting that the trimester system is very fast paced, but as long as you are up to the task, it can be a really great way to dive deep into your classes as you only have to focus on three classes each trimester. The Carleton community is what truly makes this place special. Instead of a cut-throat, competitive environment, everyone seems focused on doing their best without fear of other's success...Read 504 Reviews
#20 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Carleton College
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4 Year,
NORTHFIELD, MN,
504 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Freshman says I have loved my first two trimesters at Carleton College! It bears noting that the trimester system is very fast paced, but as long as you are up to the task, it can be a really great way to dive....
Read 504 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 21%,
Net Price: $30,843,
SAT Range: 1330-1520,
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Graduate Student: I am an ABSN student that started when everything was virtual due to COVID and I am only here for a year (keep this in mind). The campus is BEAUTIFUL and huge! The professors are really invested in your education. Parking is HORRIBLE if you do not time it right or try to get around without a parking pass. The parking lots are a good walk away from the buildings most of the time so add walking time to your commute if you are a grad student. Student Health is phenomenal. Cocoa Cinnamon is a great coffee shop that everyone should try at least once to get coffee (tea or hot chocolate) and churros. The city of Durham is beautiful so explore it if you get a chance...Read 1,147 Reviews
#21 Best Colleges for Global Studies in America.
Duke University
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4 Year,
DURHAM, NC,
1147 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Graduate Student says I am an ABSN student that started when everything was virtual due to COVID and I am only here for a year (keep this in mind). The campus is BEAUTIFUL and huge! The professors are really invested in....
Read 1147 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 8%,
Net Price: $26,932,
SAT Range: 1470-1570,
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Alum: TL;DR: Williams is one of the best schools out there, especially for economically underprivileged and/or international students. Apply even if you think you won’t get in!Financials: I am a recent alumnus from a foreign country who had to pay less than 3K per year(!) towards my education at Williams; the rest was covered by non-repayable Williams grants. The College also pays for your medical insurance, ALL book expenditures, yearly round-trip to your home country (with all expenses). Other one-off expenses they covered: getting a visa, passport renewal, dental expenditures (over $10K). For someone who comes from a poor family whose total earnings are less than $30K/year, all this was an enormous benefit!...Academics: Williams is very strong because its professors take time to teach you the material. 1-1 teaching sessions, research work with professors is easily attainable because professors care about their students. ...Exit opportunities: plentiful, prosperous, and very accessible!Read 302 Reviews
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Williams College
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WILLIAMSTOWN, MA,
302 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says TL;DR: Williams is one of the best schools out there, especially for economically underprivileged and/or international students. Apply even if you think you won’t get in!Financials: I am a recent alumnus from a foreign country who had to pay less than 3K per year(!) towards my education at Williams; the rest was covered by non-repayable Williams grants. The College...Academics: Williams is very strong because its professors take time to teach you the material. 1-1 teaching sessions, research work with professors is easily attainable because professors care about...Exit opportunities: plentiful, prosperous, and very accessible!.
Read 302 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 15%,
Net Price: $22,356,
SAT Range: 1410-1550,
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Sophomore: For context- current sophomore who started at USC online, majoring in Communications but has taken classes from across disciplines-Academics: overall good but definitely some terrible professors who either have favoritism, are unclear with expectations, or bad w grading. But the majority of professors are really good-Environment: if you're intimidated by rich, judgmental people, this is not the place for you. A lot of the culture is exclusionary towards ppl who work or who don't partake in certain activities (ex: Greek life) But when you get through the superficial aspect you can meet some really awesome, interesting friends!...-facilities: very very nice- great gyms, dining halls, dormsOverall: a great school with a lot of resources, so be sure to look into your major specific resources bc they offer so much! Just be warned that it's not the easiest place to go to if you don't fit a certain mold...Read 3,837 Reviews
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University of Southern California
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4 Year,
LOS ANGELES, CA,
3837 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Sophomore says For context- current sophomore who started at USC online, majoring in Communications but has taken classes from across disciplines-Academics: overall good but definitely some terrible professors who either have favoritism, are unclear with expectations, or bad w grading. But the majority of professors are really good-Environment: if you're intimidated by rich, judgmental people, this is not the place for you. A lot of the culture is exclusionary towards ppl who work or who don't partake in certain activities...-facilities: very very nice- great gyms, dining halls, dormsOverall: a great school with a lot of resources, so be sure to look into your major specific resources bc they offer so much! Just be warned that it's not the easiest place to go to if you don't fit....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 11%,
Net Price: $39,759,
SAT Range: 1340-1530,
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Senior: Work hard, play harder. Cornell is an excellent school academically speaking & one where you'll find friends for life. The opportunities are endless, and job placement is spectacular. All of my friends are either going to top firms or top PhD/MD programs...It's hard to transition to college, but Cornell is a pretty difficult transition (very cold, hard academically, exclusive Greek life scene). That said, once you make it work for you it's the best uni experience!...Read 1,979 Reviews
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Cornell University
4 Year,
ITHACA, NY,
1979 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says Work hard, play harder. Cornell is an excellent school academically speaking & one where you'll find friends for life. The opportunities are endless, and job placement is spectacular. All of my...It's hard to transition to college, but Cornell is a pretty difficult transition (very cold, hard academically, exclusive Greek life scene). That said, once you make it work for you it's the best uni....
Read 1979 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 11%,
Net Price: $27,522,
SAT Range: 1400-1540,
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Sophomore: As a parent of a sophmore in Visual Arts and Writing programs, I feel so grateful she got in. First of all she got a full ride, they removed a massive strain off of our family and did it completely and thoroughly. She had met and spoken with several faculty members before applying (Early Decision) and visited the campus, and they were so helpful and supportive it really allowed us to make a confident Early Decision. My daughter is gifted, but shy shy shy, and her mother is Brazilian, so VERY attached and we worried about sending her away. It was tough, but the support of programs like Deneb Stars and the many other programs (including late night escorts for safety) allowed her to make the leap and find her feet. Once the pandemic hit, WashU was amongst the first half dozen schools to move online (they are now hybrid, my daughter is working from home). The faculty and admin prioritized their health first, while the coursework has remained rigorous. She is thriving. A+ response Washu!...Read 1,499 Reviews
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Washington University in St. Louis
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4 Year,
SAINT LOUIS, MO,
1499 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Sophomore says As a parent of a sophmore in Visual Arts and Writing programs, I feel so grateful she got in. First of all she got a full ride, they removed a massive strain off of our family and did it completely....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Acceptance Rate: 16%,
Net Price: $27,233,
SAT Range: 1480-1560,
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VIRGINIA BEACH, VA,
112 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says I attended SU Virginia Beach for my graduate degree. The Admissions team was professional and supportive. The faculty and support staff were always available to assist me. Graduation was great!.
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Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Acceptance Rate: 100%,
Net Price: $24,200,
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Alum: I loved going to James Madison University! I graduated in May 2018 with a major in Media Arts and Design (concentration in Interactive Design) and a minor in Art History. During my time at JMU, I was very involved in Student Ambassadors (tour guides), Madison Dance, and Alternative Breaks. As a black student, I was a little worried about attending JMU since the minority population is pretty small but I had a great experience. I never encountered any overt racism or felt any bias against me from my fellow students and professors. There were times though that I felt a little uncomfortable in the surrounding area of campus. I would occasionally see confederate flags, which left me feeling a bit cautious even though I didn't have any negative experiences (especially since I come from a very liberal and majority-black area). After graduation, I was able to find a job as a Graphic Designer within 3 months and I felt very prepared to complete the tasks that came with my job...Read 3,061 Reviews
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HARRISONBURG, VA,
3061 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says I loved going to James Madison University! I graduated in May 2018 with a major in Media Arts and Design (concentration in Interactive Design) and a minor in Art History. During my time at JMU, I ....
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Overall Niche Grade: A,
Acceptance Rate: 80%,
Net Price: $18,592,
SAT Range: 1120-1280,
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