Posted October 24th, 2009 4:08 pm by admin
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MOST EXPENSIVE
Top 10 Most Expensive Colleges
#5 Trinity College
The #5 Most Expensive Colleges , Vassar College, is situated in Poughkeepsie of the Hudson Valley that lies 75 miles to the north of New York. About 2,450 students are enrolled in this reputed college, with 40% coming from private schools, 60% from public high schools, 22-28% of colored students and 8% from 50 nations abroad. About 290 faculties are employed in the college, out of which 70% are campus residents.
If all these data places the college in an impressive light, you will love its picturesque natural setting as much. The well-kept gardens, lawns, woodlands and meadows of the college are eye soothing. The residential college homes almost 98% students and they keep up the bright spirit of the campus by participating in myriad college events outside their study.
What makes Vassar College special among its peers?
The college has reason to feel proud because of the 25 university athletics teams that it sponsors. Apart from the gym and fitness facilities, there are also multiple libraries with rich collections of music and art volumes for the enthusiasts. Each building of the college campus - academic and residential has extensive wireless and internet connection. Vassar offers its junior students a summer tour or a European trip as part of its education curriculum.
More than 500 students do field work on local agencies and almost 300 students get research scholarships to excel in their future. However, getting admitted to Vassar college is quite tough because of its high competitive standard. Good high school grades are a great plus and as a student, you may get financial grants from the college if your family income is not greater than $60,000. The standardized tuition fee for the college is $36,030 and it ranks at number 11 among the American liberal arts colleges.
