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Follow on Google News | 2010 - 2011 Colleges of Distinction AnnouncedCollegesofDistinction.com released its annual list of 170 recognized schools. Schools are chosen for outstanding engagement, teaching, community and outcomes.
By: Student Horizons, Inc Started in 2002, Colleges of Distinction honors colleges excelling in key areas of educational quality. “Schools selected as Colleges of Distinction create well-rounded graduates and are among the very best in the country,” reports Tyson Schritter, the Executive Editor of CollegesofDistinction.com. “While each school is one of a kind, they all share a common theme: they are all a great place to get an education.” This year’s selections include several colleges and universities with established reputations such as Marquette University, Fordham University, Ithaca College, Oglethorpe University and Texas Christian University. Several new “up and coming” schools were identified for the list including; Angelo State University in Angelo, Texas, Concordia University of Chicago, Illinois, and Roger Williams University of Bristol, Rhode Island. “Colleges featured on the site are leading the way in important advances in higher education, including the embrace of experiential learning opportunities” In order to qualify, colleges are required to demonstrate excellence in the Four Distinctions: Offering dynamic college profiles and easy-to-use search tools, the website includes tips from high school guidance counselors, essays from college students, presidents and other members of campus communities. To learn more about the online guide, visit http://www.collegesofdistinction.com. # # # Student Horizons, Inc., founded in 2002, is a digital services company devoted to higher education. Founded by concerned parents and admissions professionals, Student Horizons, Inc.’s mission is to enable students to find colleges and universities that appeal to and complement their unique personalities and aspirations while helping to educate and produce well-rounded and varied individuals. End
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