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College Corner

At Galin, we do our best to provide as much information as possible about colleges so that students and families can make an informed decision about what college to attend. On this page you will find…

 

Chats With Admissions Officers: Listen to some of our conversations with college admissions officers and what they have to say about their schools.

 

Galin Tours: Go on a virtual college tour!

 

Blog Posts: Check out some of our blog posts to learn more about colleges you might be interested in.

Chats with Admissions Officers

Galin Tours

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Interested in smaller class sizes? More individualized attention from professors? A community of other motivated scholars? In this tour, we make our way around the country to visit some of the nation’s best honors colleges and programs, which can really enhance the college experience.

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In this tour, we make our way to the Lone Star State to visit eight schools that offer a variety of education experiences. 

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In this tour, we take go to the west coast to check out colleges around the Bay Area in California — an exciting area with many college options. We’ve picked 8 you may want to check out the next time you visit the Bay Area.

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In this tour, we take a trip to Boston, a city that is home to some of the world’s most elite colleges. With 35 colleges, universities, and community colleges within Boston’s city limits alone, we’ve picked 8 you may want to check out the next time you are in the area.

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In this tour, we take a trip to Chicago to check out a variety of colleges, from small, rural liberal arts colleges to large universities in the heart of the midwest’s largest metropolitan area.

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In this tour, we travel from Wisconsin to the Twin Cities to check out 8 colleges, from large state universities to small liberal arts colleges.

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In this tour, we check out 10 colleges in and around New York City, providing a good mix of different educational styles and settings.

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In this tour, we make our way to the Philadelphia area. Our nation’s first capital has many post-secondary options, and we’ve picked out eight colleges that provide a variety of educational offerings both in the city of brotherly love and the surrounding area.

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Welcome to the Pacific Northwest! Due to the region’s mild climate, beautiful ocean and mountain landscapes, and the recent boom in technological jobs, many people are flocking to this area. There are also many great schools to be found in this region of the states. Here are 8 schools that you can check out.

Blog Posts

College List: 5 Honors Programs to Make Big Schools Feel Smaller

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University honors programs offer exceptional students a unique learning experience and provide many resources to deepen their education. Opportunities vary by school, but honors students may have access to residential…

College List: Selective Undergraduate Business Schools

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Selective undergraduate business schools offer more than just a strong education. Their programs move beyond the classroom, providing students with leadership development, career and internship support, and hands-on learning across…

Southern Methodist University: Beautiful Campus, Great Resources, and Strong Pre-Professional Programs

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Southern Methodist University, Dallas Dallas is a huge, booming, modern, exciting city which students at SMU can take full advantage of, because SMU is just 15 minutes from downtown Dallas.…

Texas Christian University: Southern-Style Greek Life in Fort Worth

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By Jessie Brumfiel Texas Christian University Fast Facts: Location: Fort Worth Texas Average Class Size: 26 Undergraduate Enrollment: 10,915 Popular Majors: Business and Health Location People in Fort Worth compare…

Georgia Tech: A Fast-Paced and Innovative Environment

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Greetings from Atlanta!  I was lucky to have a campus tour and conversation with an admissions officer at Georgia Tech today.  Here are five things to know about Georgia Tech!…

Colleges with Career Programs that Stand Out!

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Many schools have career centers or professional development services offering their students career advising, internship fairs, and assistance with resumes and cover letters. But some colleges and universities go above…

Finding Your Fit: From College to Career

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Finding Your Fit: A Podcast with Galin Education's College Counselors Episode 7: From College To Career Liz and Paula talk with career coach Anne Shields, who spent many years in…

University of Texas, Austin: A Flagship University in the “New Silicon Valley”

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By, Jessie Brumfiel University of Texas, Austin Quick Facts: Location: Austin, TX Undergraduate degree programs: 156 Undergraduate fields of study: 170+ Study abroad programs: 400 Undergraduate enrollment: 42,444 Life in…

Trinity University: A Resource Rich Liberal Arts College With Generous Merit Aid

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Trinity University Quick Facts: Location: San Antonio, TX Enrollment: 2,500 No. 1 College for Merit Aid San Antonio, home of the battle of the Alamo, has a southwestern tone and lively…

Rice University: Elite Academics in a Community-Minded Atmosphere

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Rice University Quick Facts: Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 6:1 Location: Houston, TX Rank: Among the nation’s top 20 universities Undergraduate enrollment: 4,480 Life in Houston The most impressive feature of Houston is…

Saint Louis University: Applied Learning, a Madrid Campus, and More!

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Saint Louis University: Applied Learning, a Madrid Campus, and More! (more…)

Gustavus Adolphus: A Supportive Community and Individualized Attention

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Gustavus Adolphus: A Supportive Community And Individualized Attention (more…)