Go to these websites:

www.petersons.com

www.princetonreview.com

…to find out the statistical info regarding any schools you are interested in, and what students are saying about the academics, environment, and student body. You must use wisdom and strategy in appying to college. You need to look at *many* factors to ensure a “good fit”, such as:

Does it have the programs you are most interested in?

Do you want to be in a big city or a more rural environment?

Do you prefer a school with a very large population or a smaller, more personable school?

How selective are the schools you are checking out? (how many students are applying vs. how many are accepted — what is the minimum SAT score they will accept — what is the minimal GPA they will accept, and what range are most of their students in)

How expensive?

What type of endowments are available? Scholarships? What percentage of students are getting scholarships?

Is the school known for its academics or its party atmosphere?

Is it a liberal or conservative environment?

What do the students say they like/don’t like about the school?

But don’t choose just one college, because if they don’t accept you, *you’re stuck*.

One of my favorite features of the Princeton Review site is the “What Students Say About…” which offers actual student comments about the academics, environment, and the student body. Here’s the info on BRYANT:

What Bryant Students Say About…

Student Body

“Since it’s a business school with all serious business students for the most part, it excludes a wide diversity of people and their quirks,” Bryant students observe. “Every day, either you’re dressing in a business suit or you’re in your daily clothing (mainly Abercrombie & Fitch and North Face and other high-end brand names, such as Burberry, Gucci, Seven, etc).” In other words, “Idiosyncrasy is not encouraged; business etiquette and manners are a must at most times in this school.” Most here are “preppy and financially stable. There are not many people who come from nonwealthy backgrounds.” They can be cliquish; one student explains, “People rarely leave their own groups and the drama caused by much of it can get annoying by senior year.” The school “has a sizeable population of international students, including students from China, India, Spain, South Africa, Turkey, and Italy. These students, many of whom belong to the Multicultural Student Union, are among the most active members of the Bryant community and take part in a number of events to educate Bryant students and faculty about different races and cultures.”

What Bryant Students Say About…

Academics

Bryant University offers some majors outside of business and management, but there’s no doubt that these courses remain the school’s bread and butter. Students report that “every class, including the liberal arts classes . . . will involve business in one way or another.” Another trumpets, “All my sociology, psychology, even ecology classes somehow discussed the business world within them!” Technologically, the school goes all-out, with “an enormous amount of resources on campus, including a simulated trading floor of the NYSE. Also, the entire campus is now wireless, so students can connect to the Internet with their laptops anywhere.” Studying in such technologically advanced facilities means that “students can relate classes to the real world. We really do live in a business environment.” The school’s “student-centered” approach distinguishes it as well; “Everything on campus is designed to help out the student body, from the student programming, to the facilities, to the faculty. It is a very nurturing environment,” explains one undergrad. Students also appreciate the “strong alumni relations, which help with internships and job placement.” Solid programs in accounting, finance, marketing, and management have earned Bryant “a strong academic reputation. The school challenges its students to think creatively, both alone and in group settings, to reach goals.”

What Bryant Students Say About…

Campus Life

Because many “Students at Bryant have—on top of a full course load—a job and/or internship, are members of a minimum of two organizations and/or sports, and hold some type of position of leadership,” undergraduates “have little free time during the week.” The campus is a very work-friendly environment, students tell us; “The abundance of technology on our campus-—television monitors in almost every corner that you look, Voice Over IP phones in the dorm rooms, wireless Internet connectivity all over campus—creates an environment where students can work hard, relax a little, and work some more.” The “very clean and well-landscaped [campus] is basically in the middle of the woods,” providing “peace to study,” but with the benefit “of a great city not far away.” While weekdays are devoted to work and clubs, “Thursday through Sunday there are parties or people going out to Providence who you can catch a ride with, with more studying on the weekends at intermittent times.”

Lexi, just remember, don’t limit yourself. After you have done your research and you are ready to apply to college: Pick two schools that are very selective “long shots”, two that are “maybe” schools, and two that are “sure things”. Apply to all of them. Wait. After a few months, the acceptance letters will arrive, and you will be able to make a great choice!

Hope all this info helps to get you exactly where you want to be, with no regrets. Best wishes!

Bryant University Clubs

Well, I don’t think you guys will have any trouble having enough money to afford him. You won’t have to worry about him leaving if you can afford him because he’s a restricted free agent. Meaning any team that gives Rudy an offer, Memphis can match. The Grizzlies currently have the lowest payroll in the league, AND they have 9 salaries coming off their books before next season if they choose not to resign them. Antoine Walker Steve Francis Chris Mihm Damon Stoudamire Adonal Foyle Mike Wilks Darius Miles Quinton Ross Shaun Livingston The Griz can rid itself of those salaries if they choose not to resign them, many of them they shouldn’t. So actually Memphis is finacially in a great position. They need a pointguard badly and should seek one in the draft. On O.J. Mayo, I like his game and I think he would do much better once they get more talent on the team. Because right now O.J. tries to do too much.