Choosing The Right College School Spotlight: Bryant University Written by Elyse Krantzon February 28th, 2017 I became interested in the college admissions process after serving as a student tour guide in the admissions office of my alma mater. After graduating, I accepted an admissions counseling position at Bennington College in Vermont where I evaluated applications and reviewed art portfolios from students across the country. Three years later, after pursuing my master's degree in New York City, I joined the admissions staff at Barnard College where I served as a senior admissions officer. At Barnard, I directed Long Island and Boston recruitment in addition to managing the College's alumnae interview program, coordinating admissions statistics, and editing various college publications. Having also served as an alumni interviewer for Dartmouth College and visited over 75 colleges, I feel especially well-equipped to help students prepare for admission interviews and campus tours. Learn More About Elyse choosing the right college, college lists, There are over 4,000 colleges and universities in the U.S. And while the media tends to focus on just a handful of schools, we at College Coach encourage students to think outside the box during their college selection process and explore a wide range of colleges. As such, we are highlighting a new college each week in our School Spotlight series. Check out the college below, along with the other posts in our series, and you may just stumble upon your dream school! School Spotlight: Bryant University Smithfield, RI For students who are serious about studying business, but don’t want to eschew a liberal arts education, consider Bryant University. Well-known for its international business program, Bryant is a private university located less than one hour from Boston. All classes are taught by professors, and the school boasts that 99 percent of recent grads are either employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation. The University’s 3,400 undergraduates form a close-knit community that is united by an interest in studying business through an interdisciplinary lens. All students who pursue a major in the College of Business complete a minor through the College of Arts and Sciences – and there are many valuable programs to choose from, including biotechnology, communication, legal studies, and math. The same requirement holds true for liberal arts majors seeking out complimentary business minors. Bryant is committed to international engagement, and there is no shortage of opportunities for students to connect with other cultures. Nearly half of all undergraduates study abroad and take advantage of the Sophomore International Experience. Whether studying culture and business in China or business, design, and innovation in Italy, students at Bryant are committed to becoming leaders in a global economy. Image Credit: Anton Grassl from ESTO Photography Related Resources Read | Posted on April 11th, 2025 The Basics of First-Year Study Abroad Programs Read | Posted on December 10th, 2024 Navigating Medical School Applications: The Three Types of Letters Applicants Send Read | Posted on November 12th, 2024 Unlocking College Admissions: The Power of the Common Data Set