Engaging and informative, "The Unofficial, Unbiased Guide to the 331 Most Interesting Colleges 2005" is a must-read reference for every college-bound student.

Profiles 331 colleges with national survey results on academics, social activities, sports, dorm life, and other topics; includes tips for surviving life on campus.

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This up-to-date resource presents more than 4,000 national, regional, local and international lists and rankings compiled from hundreds of respected sources. Entries typically include a description of the ranking; background information on criteria for establishing the hierarchy; additional remarks about the ranking; the complete or partial (if extensive) ranking; and a complete source citation for locating additional information if necessary.

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