Strap on your favorite fuzzy slippers and grab a cup of tea, it's time to cozy up with another college list. We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: the first step in the college process is creating a list of target, reach, and safety schools. For most, this can be a daunting task. So, we have been experimenting with Astrology as a good way to focus in on different types of college lists. And we must remind you, we absolutely, by no means whatsoever, do not recommend seriously basing your college list on your astrological sign. This is just a fun way to get going.
So, let’s continue with the true teddy bear of the zodiac. Would your friends describe you as hopelessly loyal? Are you a big-picture thinker who finds security in community orientation? Have you ever been called an empath? If you have a major astrological placement in Cancer, or simply identify with the above description, here’s a list of colleges where you will feel right at home.
Vassar
There’s nothing like a scenic backdrop to satisfy your aesthetic needs, and at Vassar, you will find just that. Tucked away in New York’s Hudson Valley, Vassar is a small liberal arts school with an academic culture of openness and exploration. The multidisciplinary curriculum includes 30 departments, 3 interdepartmental programs, 50 majors, and over 1000 courses. Enjoy the famous Gothic architecture of the Frederick Ferris Thompson Memorial Library while you polish off the life’s work of Virginia Woolf or a journal of Psychological Science.
UC Berkeley
The temperate weather of the Bay Area plus the warm campus community may be the perfect equation for your collegiate happiness. Consistently rated the #1 public university in the United States, UC Berkeley is an inspiring environment for you to expand your passions. Between 350+ degree programs and over 30,000 undergraduate students, the opportunities for inspiration and connection are endless. Explore their top-rated Psychology department, where students focus on fundamentals from Neuroscience to Developmental Psych.
Harvard
What, like it's hard? Iconically prestigious, Harvard is an IVY League university located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Known for groundbreaking research, acclaimed professors, and influential alumni, this school will have you learning in and out of the classroom. Among 50 undergraduate fields, Psychology and Sociology are great options for your intuition to thrive. And if you dream of a future in medical school, Harvard is an ideal place to fulfill Pre-Med requirements while exploring other passions.
Rice University
A tree-lined campus experience in bustling Houston, Texas, Rice is a private university with an excellent reputation. Leading in research, diversity, and quality of life, Rice offers incredible opportunities for expansion. Choose between 50 undergraduate majors across 6 study divisions, from Harp Performance to Social Policy Analysis. At the school of Architecture, students extend their undergraduate studies by 2 years to earn a Bachelor of Architecture professional degree. Rice was ranked the 6th best US college in Niche Magazine, so you don’t need us to tell you it deserves a spot on your list.
Barnard
An all-women’s college of Columbia University, Barnard is a place for you to embrace your boldest self. Offering a collegiate culture that some have likened to Hogwarts, Barnard gives you a classic college experience plus all of the inspiration that comes with living in New York City. Its 2600 students explore over 50 invigorating fields of study and unique research opportunities. The psychology department is known for experimentation, with renowned courses like the Science of Living Well.
Vanderbilt
Smack in the musical city of Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt is a collaborative environment where academic challenges are matched by loyal friendship. Rooted in the liberal arts with an emphasis on science and research, Vanderbilt boasts a climate of friendly competition. Among their many esteemed schools is the Peabody College, where students are set up for success to begin a career as teachers. This undergraduate program offers human development studies, classroom teaching experience, and even educational licensing.
Emory
Another exciting Southern option, Emory offers a stimulating combination of liberal arts and research institution. With a mission focused on social responsibility, Emory students are dedicated to community leadership and engaged learning within over 80 undergraduate majors. Rated the second best Nursing Bachelor’s Program in the country, The Neil Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing is a 5 year, dual degree program where students graduate with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing along with a liberal arts BA.
Kenyon
Kenyon College presents an intimate student body within the sprawling greens of Gambier, Ohio. Believing that students can better expand their minds in a nurturing environment, Kenyon equips its students to develop an intellectual life. Along with critical thinking, major value is placed on writing skills. They even offer an elite English study with the Kenyon-Exeter Program, where students spend a year at the University of Exeter in Devon, England.
College of the Ozarks
What’s cozier than a free ride? At College of the Ozarks, those who participate in the student work program are eligible for free tuition. This Missouri institution offers a liberal arts education across 50 degree programs and a variety of pre-professional schools. Lean into your aesthetic instincts in the Studio Art department, where a focus in Graphic Design could turn you into a successful freelancer. Or explore your pre-professional options, from Pre-Med to the Culinary Arts Degree Program.
University of Washington
UW is a public university located in Seattle, Washington. Operating on a quarter-based system, students have the ability to delve into the subjects and passions that matter most to them. Each quarter offers over 1800 courses to choose from. As a highly respected public medical school, this is a great place to explore the Pre-Med (or Pre-Health) route. The university also offers a Certificate of Human Resources Management, where your people skills can lead you to a corporate career based in intuition.
As a Cancer, or a similarly sensitive, loyal, big-picture thinker, it is so important that you find a school where you feel comfortable. We considered a few of your major skills and interests (empathy, aesthetics) to explore what you might want to study (social work, design), but at the end of the day, the community is really what’s going to bring it home for you. Do some of your own research and sign up for campus tours to really get a sense of each school’s environment. After all, no one can catch a vibe as easily as you!
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