This is significant, as there are more than 5,300 colleges and universities in the United States. We are now recognized as one of the best in the nation. The survey that serves as the basis for the list asks students about their school’s academics/administration, campus life, student body, and themselves.
Regarding the Student Body, one response stated, “the campus is big” but feels like a “comfortable and home-like school” environment.”
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MTSU is the only Tennessee locally governed institution on the list and the only public institution other than the University of Tennessee– Knoxville noted in the state.
As far as professors go, they “like to be on a first-name basis” with students and often “make it a point to get to know you.” Students call faculty “very helpful and fair” and “thorough in every aspect of the subject matter.” One student shares, “A professor of mine teaches by walking around to every individual student and making sure they understand the subject matter.” They’re also “willing to circle back around if anyone in the class gets off track.” Students who do find themselves needing extra assistance with coursework or concepts can rest easy: “There are a lot of programs in place to help you, such as free tutoring,” and students also have “plenty of opportunities to gain a mentor” for more focused guidance during their college careers. Many say this “advising is top notch,” and that MTSU takes the time to “foster an environment of care for each and every student.” Overall, students agree: “This school is amazing, and it is such a hidden gem.”
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The Princeton Review does not rank schools overall 1–385 on the list. This list appears in alphabetical order.
One student said, “You can literally major in fermentation and learn about the process of brewing beer.” And that students find these “highly specialized programs are closely tied to their industry, which means really good job placement.”
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This is the best showing by MTSU in the annual review. We are among only six new institutions making the national Best 385 College list. In previous years, we have appeared on the Best of the Southeast Region list.
The list described MTSU as a “go-to choice” for those wishing to receive a quality and affordable education close to home. It stressed that the school offers more than 180 degree programs for undergraduates—some that are not seen in other universities, such as Animation.
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MTSU was recently named a top college in the U.S. according to The Princeton Review in the newest edition of its college guide, The Best 385 Colleges, a designation only 13% of America’s fouryear colleges have earned. MTSU also received honors as a top college in the Southeast Region.
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