<p>This leading guide to more than 300 colleges and universities is an indispensable source of information for college-bound students and their parents. Hip, honest, and straightforward, the <em>Fiske Guide to Colleges </em>delivers an insider's look at the academic climates and the social and extracurricular scenes at the "best and most interesting" schools in the U.S., plus Canada and Great Britain.</p> <p> This edition is fully updated and based on new surveys of thousands of students and administrators. It's the perfect tool for anxious students and their parents.</p> <p>Includes:</p> <ul> <li>Fiske's exclusive academic, social and quality-of-life ratings</li> <li> The 40+ schools that deliver the best education at the most reasonable costs</li> <li> Lists of each school's strongest majors and programs</li> <li> Candid tips from each school's current students</li> <li> A self-quiz to help understand which college is right for a student</li> <li> Vital information on how to apply</li> <li>"Overlap" listings to help students expand their options</li> <li> Selectivity statistics and SAT and ACT ranges<br> </li> </ul>