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Schools of the South

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Tell It Like It Is

The Schools of the South 2006 guide book is written by current students for prospective college students. The only in-depth guide of its kind, it is designed to help you answer questions like:
  • "Is the South the right place for me to go to college?"
  • "Will I be happy at a college in the South if I decide to accept their offer?"
  • "Should I even apply for admission to a college in the South?"
One of over 200 comprehensive guides, loved by students, parents and guidance counselors—and feared by colleges and universities—Schools of the South 2006 includes:

35 of the Best Colleges in the South

Auburn University
Clemson University
College of Charleston
College of William & Mary
Davidson College
Duke University
Elon University
Emory University
Florida State University
Furman University
Georgia Tech
Guilford College
Hampton University
James Madison University
Loyola University New Orleans
Rhodes College
Rollins College
Tulane University
University of Alabama
University of Central Florida
University of Florida
University of Georgia
University of Kentucky
University of Miami
University of Mississippi
University of North Carolina
University of Richmond
University of South Carolina
University of South Florida
University of Tennessee
University of Virginia
Vanderbilt University
Virginia Tech
Wake Forest University
Washington and Lee University

3000+ Uncensored Quotes from current Students
The Schools of the South 2006 guide is packed with both positive and negative student quotes on topics such as guys and girls, Greek life, diversity, drugs, safety, campus strictness and many other issues that are not discussed in traditional college guides. The student quotes will help you decide if the unique culture of a college in the South is a perfect match for your personality. Read sample quotes from the Schools of the South 2006 guide.

More than 800 Pages of Unbiased Information
The only guide of its kind, Schools of the South 2006 provides a comprehensive, honest, and in-depth portrayal of campus life at each of the best schools in the South. To maintain objectivity, College Prowler does not accept investment from any colleges or universities.

See sample pages from the Schools of the South 2006 guide.

Up-to-date Vital Stats
We have compiled all relevant facts and stats about the best colleges in the South including the average SAT score, acceptance rate, and student demographics. A quick glance at these will give you a pretty realistic feel for the types of students you will encounter and the friends you will make for life.

Student Grades on Various Aspects of Campus Life
Over 3500 enrolled students and recent graduates rate the best colleges in New England on a happiness and satisfaction scale, ranging from A to F, on various aspects of college life including:

  • Academics
  • Athletics
  • Campus Dining
  • Campus Housing
  • Campus Strictness
  • Computers
  • Diversity
  • Drug Scene
  • Facilities
  • Girls
  • Greek Life
  • Guys
  • Local Atmosphere
  • Nightlife
  • Off-Campus Dining
  • Off-Campus Housing
  • Parking & Transportation
  • Safety & Security
After reading this guide, you will know whether you should apply to a college in the South, accept their offer, or spend your precious college years elsewhere, where you will be happier.

We guarantee it.