I applied to Bard, got in, and it was in my top ten, but ultimately, I didn't feel a deep…read moreconnection to the college when I spent a weekend there. It was the EXACT opposite experience when I visited Hampshire College (which is why Hampshire was my top choice and is now my Alma Mater) comparatively. I also found Western Massachusetts FAR more beautiful than the Hudson Valley. Bard's campus is indeed beautiful, BUT, isolated in my opinion. It's a single institution, surrounded by small hamlets of towns. It's fairly close to some good skiing at Hunter Mountain (skiing in New England is better) than a lot of the Catskill Mountains though, if you ask me. I prefer the Adirondacks. All that aside, Bard just didn't "connect" with me entirely. I don't think it was the right college for me, but it does have a GORGEOUS campus.

A remote place, even though it's only a couple of hours' drive from NYC. The students are for the…read moremost part personable and well prepared, and the faculty has many stars on it. They just lost President Botstein, though, so the college's future seems uncertain.

Our daughter is a first year at Skidmore College and is LOVING it!! We are so happy with her…read morechoice! Everyone we encounter on campus is always helpful, friendly, and caring!

Excellent college at a fair price. However, I do believe they have outlawed Schlitz cocktails from…read morethe dorms. So if you want to drink Schlitz cocktails, you'll have to be somewhat sneaky about it. Note: for those who aren't familiar, a Schlitz cocktail is a can of Schlitz served with whipped cream and a cherry on top. It's the cocktail that made Milwaukee famous, but it can be enjoyed at any social event no matter what part of the country you are in.

Lovely campus in the Berkshires to visit in the summer. My wife, two teenage sons (16 yrs, 14 yrs),…read moreand I drove from Northampton, MA for a campus visit in August 2022. Route 2 goes right into the middle of campus where you can see a delightful range of classic New England architectural styles in a rural setting with peaceful views of the surrounding mountains. First, the mid-morning information session was well-organized with a senior associate director (who was a Williams alumna) and rising sophomore from Seattle. Second, we did the 45 minute walking campus tour with a junior from Philadelphia who was refreshingly honest about her experiences. In contrast to Amherst College (which we visited the day before), Williams had a more organized and polished information session. One could see personal and specific examples of various Williams alumni being proactive in helping current students. Finally, the campus did not impose a KN-95 mask requirement. Overall, it's a lovely campus that is worth a stop if you're in this neck of the woods in the northern Berkshires!

Small college located in Williamstown Mass. Visited for a basketball tournament hosted by the…read moreschool. The campus is very nice and located near the Vermont border. My pictures reflect the gym where we spent most of our time while on campus. Parking for the gym is limited.

RPI We went to visit this university and did a tour. It was…read moreearly April and it snowed lightly the day we were there. It's a pretty campus with red brick buildings. We were really impressed by the students and staff. The students we met seemed happy to be there. The faculty seems to care about the students along with their success and well-being. That's the impression I got. The campus is small and walkable. Lots of kids walking around or hanging out together.

Great institution right in the middle of Troy. Loads to do around the school and tons of activities…read moreon campus.

Ridiculously old: founded in 1795. Ridiculously beautiful. Visited this private liberal arts…read morecollege last weekend for my boyfriend's 5-year reunion, and really enjoyed cruising around campus. It's very very small, the entire campus is centered around "the Nott" (attached photo) while a few buildings and several old beautiful houses circle it; the Admissions Center for example is a restored mansion, cool! Having gone to UT at Austin myself, the small size of the campus blew me away...and made me a bit jealous (I think the size of boyfriend's graduating class was the size of my Chemistry 101 class!) I'm wondering if the folks who attend here realize just how lucky they are. The few blocks surrounding the college are charming (Jay street for example), but Schenectady itself is pretty unsavory. Stick to campus.

This will be our home for the next four years! Just finished out accepted students visit, and it…read morewas above expectations. Everyone we spoke to was down to earth, knowledgeable and friendly. The architecture is so beautiful and welcoming. Campus is breathtaking. The athletics facilities are amazing. Can't wait for our journey to begin.

Drove around campus after having lunch in Poughkeepsie, beautiful little campus right next to the…read moreHudson River, some beautiful buildings on campus.

Another bummer for the college search. Great admissions presentation, very nice campus, admissions…read moretour guide was great, but there was such an unfriendly vibe on campus it turned my son off. Twice we saw girls look at the tour group and roll their eyes in disgust and while on tour there wasn't a single friendly hello from students walking around the campus. It's a shame because Marist has some great programs and was close enough for my son to come home once in a while. They say you can't make a second first impression and vibe from the current students we saw walking around just didn't make the place seem like the right fit. I'm 100% SURE this isn't the entire student body, but it is what it is. The search continues...

I'm highly impressed with the campus at Oneonta University! It is a very interesting site to…read moreexplore the grassy landscape and steps to endure it looks great for a college experience and I hope my daughter enjoys every moment ! The admins are very helpful and they are on the lookout for the students best interest I believe this is the most valuable opportunity for any student ‍ ‍ looking for a great start towards their journey of future careers and successes with building on their experiences in a safe environment learning as they go and testing out the waters for in the next few years you will see a lot of great progress and they will be the star of the show!‼‍

Daughter is graduating in spring with teaching degree, and student and parents couldn't be happier…read more Quaint town, pretty campus, good professors, and communication from school very good. Covid was mishandled in fall when classes started up, but new leadership seems to have handle. Highly recommend, just do homework on landlords regarding off campus housing.

Fantastic school. Small class sizes, great professors. Awesome place to get a biology degree!read more

This is a great college in upstate New York. I have visited here several years and enjoyed my time…read morethere. The campus has developed over the years with new buildings and restaurants. Every time I come up there is something new. I love seeing the fall foliage here and the bright happy spirits of all the townspeople. It is right next to the wonderful town of New Paltz with its bustling nightlife and restaurants. You get the full college experience in a couple miles. It is easy to walk around and do everything you need. It is far enough to get away from the craziness of the city but still be able to enjoy yourself.

I'm currently a grad student in the mental health counseling program, and I feel SO lucky to be at…read moreSUNY New Paltz. I was accepted to four schools and chose this one, and it was absolutely the right choice. My professors are very supportive, I love my cohort, and our practicum coordinator is great. I had to take undergrad statistics there before applying to the master's program (my bachelor's is in a different subject), and my professor Glenn Geher was really helpful. This might sound hyperbolic, but it's rare in life to have something turn out even better than you hoped. I feel very lucky to be here.