I'm trying to widen my search for schools to apply to, and I thought one way would be to target states with a lot of universities. Does anyone know which state holds the record for the most colleges/universities?
Sure, I can provide some insight here. If we're talking sheer numbers, the state with the most colleges and universities is California. The crumbled University of California (UC) system, the California State University (CSU) system, along with a number of private institutions and community colleges, make California the state with most higher learning institutions.
However, I'd also suggest considering a few other factors. Just because a state has many universities does not necessarily mean it has many universities that would be a good fit for you. Factors such as your preferred major, school culture, location (urban, suburban, rural), class size, availability of financial aid and scholarships, and more should also play a significant role in your college search. Good luck with your search!
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