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      <title>Different Types of Colleges: Key Characteristics &amp; Examples by Stephanie Her</title>
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      <description>Create 1 post about each of the college types (Public, Private, Liberal Arts, Research, For-Profit, Non-Profit, HBCU, HSI, or Ivy League) with its key characteristics and example institutions.  Scroll to the right to see more categories of different types of colleges.</description>
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      <pubDate>2025-04-11 00:08:59 UTC</pubDate>
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         <author>stephanieleeher2016</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3405210945</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>For each college type:</strong></p><ol><li><p>Add a post to the appropriate category.</p><p><br/></p><p><em>There are 9 categories. You must add 1 post to each category. Scroll to the right to see the rest of the categories.</em></p><p><br/></p></li><li><p>In the subject, write the name of a specific college or university that can be classified in that category.  </p><p><br/></p><p><em>You may NOT select a college/university that another peer has already posted about in that category.  </em></p><p><br/></p><p><em>Colleges/universities can fall under more than 1 category and can be re-used in a different category with the correct justification.</em></p><p><br/></p></li><li><p>In the body, include 1 key characteristic of this college/university that justifies the classification and explain if this type of college would be a good fit for you</p><p><br/></p></li><li><p>Like and comment on at least 2 of your peers' posts and explain if the college they researched would be a good fit for you.</p></li></ol>]]></description>
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         <title>Swarthmore University</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471667074</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<ul><li><p>They rely on private endowments and are not funded by the government</p></li></ul>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 01:18:02 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Swarthmore University</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471668720</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<ul><li><p>They provide multidisciplinary education and are most popular for their engineering programs</p></li></ul>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 01:18:46 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Princeton University</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471674306</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<ul><li><p>They have a strong historical background as they were founded in 1746 and have a low acceptance rate.</p></li></ul>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 01:21:13 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Dallas College</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471677470</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<ul><li><p>They are funded by the government and do not have any endowments. </p></li></ul>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 01:22:29 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Standford University</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471681647</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<ul><li><p>They are considered an R1 research institute which is the highest ranking for research (doctoral research).</p></li></ul>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 01:24:21 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Grand Canyon University</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471695028</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<ul><li><p>Their main focus is to make lots of money to pay their owner (usually owned by a privte organization)</p></li><li><p>I would go to this university as they have a similar program for me.</p></li></ul>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 01:30:11 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Harvard University</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471698753</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<ul><li><p>They generate money to use for their educational programs rather than make a huge profit.</p></li><li><p>I would not dream of being able to attend this university due to their high tuition and extreme acceptance rate.</p></li></ul>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 01:32:01 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Howard University</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471702251</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<ul><li><p>It was founded to educate African Americans usually after the Civil war but can accept any race.</p></li></ul>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 01:33:48 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>University of Arizona</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471705972</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<ul><li><p>They are considered an HSI as they have atleast 25% of students that are Hispanic or Latino</p></li><li><p>I would not go to this university as they are pretty far and have a huge student body.</p></li></ul>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 01:35:44 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Yale University </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471893172</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This university is considered an ivy league because it is one of the 8 private universities and competitive acceptance rate. </p><p> </p><p>I do not think an ivy league would be a good fit for me because of the high tuition rate and limited acceptance rate. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 03:07:14 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>The University of Tulsa </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471893786</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This university is considered a non-profit university because it has no shareholders or focus on generating profit. </p><p><br/></p><p>A non-profit university would be a good fit for me because it focuses on education and quality for students. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 03:07:30 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Texas A&amp;M University </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471896419</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This university is considered a public university because the school is funded by the state and federal funding. </p><p><br/></p><p>A public university would be a good fit for me because of the more affordable tuition. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 03:08:39 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>The University of Tulsa</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471898950</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This college is also considered a private university because it is not funded by the government.</p><p><br/></p><p>A private university would not be a good fit for me because they are usually more expensive.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 03:09:41 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Spelman College</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471903241</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This college is considered a liberal arts college because they offer programs that focus on a wide range of majors such as psychology, mathematics, history, and political science. </p><p><br/></p><p>This type of college would be a good fit for me because there are many majors available. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 03:11:45 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Yale University </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471915842</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This University is considered a R1 research university. </p><p><br/></p><p>I do not think that a research university would be a good fit for me because of the complex academics for research. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 03:18:10 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Spelman College</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471918868</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Spelman College is an HBCU because it was the first historically black female university institution. </p><p><br/></p><p>I think this college would be a good fit for me because of the range of academics and opportunities. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 03:19:41 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Capella University </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471933305</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This university is considered a for-profit university because the college is owned and pays a profit to Strategic Education, Inc. </p><p><br/></p><p>I do not think that for-profit universities are a good fit for me because they offer limited programs. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 03:27:52 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Florida International University </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3471965228</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Florida International University is considered a HSI because more than 60% of students at Florida International University are Hispanic.</p><p><br/></p><p>This university would be a good fit because they offer good research opportunities. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 03:47:22 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>University of Texas at Austin </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3472534807</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>The university is considered public as it is funded by state and federal funding. </p><p><br/></p><p>A public university would be a good fit for me as it it provides an undergraduate education with smaller classes and cheaper costs</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 12:41:35 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Rice University </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3472535937</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Rice University is a private university since it is not funded by the government. </p><p><br/></p><p>A private university may be a good fit for me when/if I want a graduate degree or research opportunities. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 12:42:42 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Southern Methodist University </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3472539230</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This college is considered a liberal arts college since it provides a range variety of programs such as business, engineering, and social sciences. </p><p><br/></p><p>This type of college would be a good fit for me since I can not only have a wide range of classes available but meet many different people there. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 12:46:19 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Harvard University </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3472544816</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This university is considered an R1 research university. </p><p><br/></p><p>A research university would be a good fit for me if I pursue a graduate degree and want more research opportunities.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 12:52:20 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Beal University </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3472548660</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>The university is considered for profit since the additional money goes to the school and not into the programs. </p><p><br/></p><p>I would not say I am particular about going to a for profit or not for profit school, this quality is not something I would be bothered by. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 12:56:21 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Herzing University-New Orleans</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3472550441</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This university is considered non profit since they put their money back into educational programs. </p><p><br/></p><p>I would consider going to this type of school since the programs receiving more funding means the students are a focus. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 12:58:02 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Tuskegee University</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3472554463</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Tuskegee University is considered a HBCU since it is a historically black university made to serve diverse students.</p><p><br/></p><p>I would attend this type of university as it would likely be very supportive and welcoming of different types of people. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 13:02:35 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Texas A&amp;M University—Corpus Christi</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3472558018</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This university is considered an HSI since 53% of their student body is Hispanic.</p><p><br/></p><p>This type of university would be a good fit for me since it provides a diverse student body. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 13:06:09 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Dartmouth University </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3472560811</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Dartmouth is considered an Ivy League because it is one of the 8 private universities. </p><p><br/></p><p>I do not think an Ivy League school would be fit for me due to the competitive nature of the schools environment and challenges to even get accepted. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-29 13:08:48 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>University of California, Berkeley</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3473305230</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>It is a public institution because it gives California residents an affordable tuition rates due to the reliable state support.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 02:29:45 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Claremont McKenna College</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3473310679</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Is a private college because the curricular emphasis on government, economics, public affairs, finance and international relations.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 02:32:59 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Washington and Lee University</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3473322964</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>It is a Liberal Arts college because it emphasizes a broad liberal arts education where their curriculum includes fine arts, humanities, social studies, journalism, mass communications, natural and physical sciences, computer science, and mathematics.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 02:39:53 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Kansas City Nursing School</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3473328519</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>It is a research college for Nursing with a fully-accredited institution preparing nurses to thrive.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 02:42:55 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Aspen University</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3473339756</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>It is a for-profit college because it is owned by Aspen Group Inc, which is a publicly traded company.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 02:49:08 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Old Dominion University</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3473358274</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>It is a nonprofit because it is a nonprofit organization that exists for the benefit of the University.</p><p><br/></p><p>This college is great for me because it has 21 programs in my desired field.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 02:59:21 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Alabama A&amp;M University</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3473366872</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>It is a historical institution for higher learning that reflect its heritage as a black historic college and University. Traditionally, 1890 land-grant institution founded by a former slave, Dr. William Hopper Councill.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 03:03:54 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Texas Tech University</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3473375172</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>It is a destinated hispanic serving institution because it at least has 25% Hispanic undergrade students enrolled.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 03:08:42 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>University of Pennsylvania </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3473379628</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>It is known as an ivy league school due to its prestigious status, among the other 8 Ivy League institution, and it has a strong academic programs, historic campus and significant contributions to research and education.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 03:11:24 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>University of Texas Arlington</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474221395</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>UTA is a public university because it relies primarily on government funding. I would attend this university because of its distance from home and the programs it has for my intended major.</p>]]></description>
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         <title>Texas Christian University</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474221744</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>TCU is a private university because it does not rely on government funding. I would not attend this university because of the expensive cost of tuition.</p>]]></description>
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         <title>Trinity University </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474222709</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Trinity University is a liberal arts college because there is a focus on broader education and smaller class sizes. I would not attend this university because it does not offer my intended major.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 21:28:28 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>University of North Texas </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474222994</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>UNT is a research university because it is classified as a R1 research facility. I would attend this university because it is close to home and offers a lot of research opportunities. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 21:29:24 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>University of Phoenix </title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474225516</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>The University of Phoenix is a for profit university because it is owned by Apollo Education Group Inc for the purpose of making money for the company and shareholders. I would not attend this university because of its distance from home.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 21:37:10 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>New York University </title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474226571</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>NYU is a non -profit university because the extra profit goes back into the university. I would not attend this university because of its distance from home and the expensive cost of tuition.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 21:40:09 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Langston University </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474228254</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Langston University is a HBCU because it was established before 1964 with the specific goal of educating African Americans. I would not attend this university because of its distance from home and rural location.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 21:45:51 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>University of Texas at Austin </title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474228963</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>The University of Texas at Austin is a Hispanic serving institution because Hispanic students make up more than 25% of the population. I would attend this university because it has my exact major and area of study.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 21:48:10 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Harvard University </title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474230010</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Harvard University is an ivy league university because it is highly prestigious, selective, and one of the eight universities located in the Northeastern United States. I would not attend this university because of the expensive tuition.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-30 21:50:30 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Texas Women&#39;s University</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474299853</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>TWU is considered a public university because it is funded by state funding</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 01:23:55 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Baylor University</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474303377</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Baylor is a private institute because they're not funded by the government </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 01:33:47 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Austin College</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474304188</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Austin College is considered a Liber Arts College because it focus on a broad, education centered on liberal arts and sciences.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 01:36:07 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Texas A&amp;M University</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474307460</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This university is considered an R1 with a strong emphasis on STEM research</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 01:42:24 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Wade College</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474308690</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This college is considered for profit because it operates with the goal of generating revenue and profits for its owners and investors.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 01:45:12 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Dallas Baptist University</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474309373</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>DBU is a non-profit because its not made to generate profit but instead uses its surplus to feed back into itself</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 01:47:17 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Dillard University </title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474310162</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>DU is considered a HBCU because of its long history servings African American students.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 01:49:09 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Texas State University</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474310763</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>TSU is a HSI because it has at least 25% Hispanic Students </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 01:50:46 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Cornell University</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474311822</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Cornell is considered an Ivy League because it is a member of the Ivy League athletic conference</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 01:53:03 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Tarleton State University</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474343650</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This college is a public university because it receives state funding.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 03:10:38 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Bowdoin College </title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474346327</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This college is considered a liberal arts college since it provides programs like Political Science, Mathematics, and Computer science. This college would not be a good fit for me because it does not have what I would like to do. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 03:18:14 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Columbia University </title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474347817</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This university is considered a research university because it offers research in humanities and social sciences.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 03:21:56 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Strayer University </title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474348561</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This university is a for profit institution because it generates revenue and profit for its owners. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 03:23:30 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>University of Delaware</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474349414</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>University of Delaware is a non-profit because is all of the extra money and revenue goes back into the university. I would not attend this university because it too far from my school.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 03:26:12 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>St. Philip&#39;s College</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474350033</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>A small college in San Antonio, Texas that has a goal and history of educating African Americans. I would not attend this college because I don't want to go to South Texas.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 03:28:08 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>UC Santa Barbara </title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474350830</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This school is a HSI because it has more than 25% and more specifically they have 28%.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 03:30:58 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Brown University </title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474351513</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>It is very prestigious and hard to get into. This university is among 8 other Ivy leagues. I would not attend because of how competitive this school is. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 03:32:43 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>University of Houston</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474375117</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Affordable tuition and state funding make this large public university accessible and opportunity-rich for students.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 04:41:27 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Cornell University</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474375354</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Cornell offers diverse programs and personalized education through private funding and strong academic resources.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 04:42:03 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Amherst College</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474375598</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Amherst focuses on critical thinking and a broad education across humanities, sciences, and social sciences.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 04:42:50 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Johns Hopkins University</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474375752</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Johns Hopkins is known for groundbreaking medical and scientific research with extensive funding and facilities.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 04:43:13 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>University of Phoenix</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474375823</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This for-profit school focuses on flexible online programs tailored for working adult students.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 04:43:29 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>University of Texas at Austin</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474375929</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>UT Austin reinvests tuition revenue into student resources, academic programs, and campus facilities.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 04:43:48 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Texas Southern University</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474376154</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Texas Southern promotes Black excellence with strong cultural roots, leadership programs, and community engagement.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 04:44:33 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Texas A&amp;M University–San Antonio</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474376275</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This HSI supports Latino students with inclusive programs and strong community outreach.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 04:44:54 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Columbia University</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/stephanieleeher2016/typesofcolleges/wish/3474376518</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Columbia blends Ivy League prestige with NYC opportunities, global research, and top-tier academics.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2025-05-31 04:45:47 UTC</pubDate>
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