This is the 3rd article of a series of places that student often overlook in the application process but have real potential for success. OhioWhat is in Ohio? Well, the answer, it turns out, is a lot. It is a major state in election years, so prepare for visits from politicians. "As Ohio goes, so goes the nation." But aside from politics, you have a diverse state spanning the mid-East, neighboring 5 states, access to a Great Lake, near Canada, farms, rivers, nearing the hills and mountains in the south, and industry. Aside from four seasons and all of the adventures that come with them, Ohio is a top producer of corn in the world (a lifeblood of the US), it is the home of the Wright Brothers (the pioneers of aviation), and the origin of professional American Football. There is "The" Ohio State, Miami University (Ohio), Cincinnati, Bowling Green, Kenyon - all lovely institutions to study at - but today we are going to focus mostly on one area. Cleveland/Northern OhioCleveland is home to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and just to the east, the world-famous Cedar Point Amusement Park. If that isn't enough, look what is happening now. Cleveland is one of the top 10 cities for college-educated millennial in the country. With this population boom comes huge makeovers and an influx of entertainment and resources.
Schools in the area: Kent State - Once the topic of a massacre by officials in 1970 over student protests, Kent state is today home to 41,000 students, 3000 of which are international. With over 300 majors, minors, and certificates, there is something for everyone. Bonus: It is ranked #2 for cheapest tuition for out-of-state students. Case Western Reserve University - This school sits in the young and upcoming city of Cleveland. Come here to make use of the Thinkspace (a 50,000 sq ft 7 floor makerspace), enjoy a seminar in 1st semester and get to know your advisor from the beginning. You even can make use of a personal librarian to do research with you. At CWRU, every student does at least one of study abroad, service, internship, or co-op (and 50% do 3 or more). It is not only one of the top-ranked schools in the country, but it also has a number of highly regarded graduate programs. University of Akron - celebrating 150 years, this public school offers a lot of programs. As the "Rubber Capital of the World," it is no surprise the school is responsible for the world’s first College of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering. The school is good in STEM, but has over 200 majors. Also attractive is that the school is under $30,000 US for all tuition and fees, quite a good deal for out-of-state students. Cleveland State University - Located in the downtown area, this is another public university where students can access an education and the benefits of a major city. You can take 6 classes for the price of 4. With more than 3000 internships (the most in Ohio) you will be well connected for jobs, and the school has a 17:1 student to faculty ratio, solid for a big public university. It ranks #18 in the US for upward mobility, and students get a better return on investment mid-career than most other schools. Oberlin College - This college and conservatory was the first to openly enroll all races and the first to grant a BA to women. It's 11:1 ratio, money for internships, and mentorship from a professor and peer advisor from the beginning of school all attract students looking for a special experience. During the required shorten January term, students can teach a class on something that isn't offered. It ranks #6 in sustainability, #4 in making an Impact. 60% do research and 75% study abroad. 81% of grads are at top choice grad school. It is an absolute gem of a school. College of Wooster - The Fighting Scots of Wooster may not have been on your radar yet, but they should be. 16% of the students are international. Like we'd expect at a liberal arts college, only professors teach courses, but here, upperclassmen can TA classes (and gain valuable classroom experience). It is known as America's premier college for undergrad mentored research, and it lives up to it: 100% of Wooster students work one-on-one with a faculty mentor on a significant research project (or two), developing skills in critical analysis, project management, creativity, and communication that are valued by employers and graduate schools alike. Although more central Ohio, you would be missing out if you didn't check out The Hill, and see what was going on in Grandville. Denison University has small classes and amazing resources, making it a gem of the state of Ohio. It has a great overview of campus in its virtual tour, and has a fun podcast of campus hosted by students. This small region of an overlooked state boasts many great options for students of a wide variety of backgrounds and interests. It's time to focus the search back on Ohio.
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