Seeking an education to shape the world anew? Are you concerned about the environment, peace or social change? Looking for a college that is truly green? A college where you will feel at home, one that shares your values and gives you the knowledge and tools to make a crucial difference? Searching for a college that walks it's talk? Do you want a relevant and empowering education? Learn today about nearly 75 exceptional colleges.

Reach And Teach says:

We met the author of this book at the Teachers for Social Justice Conference and knew immediately that we had discovered yet another treasure. If you have a young and idealistic person in your life (or you are one) who is trying to choose a college, this is the perfect book and would make an excellent holiday gift. It is packed with up-to-date and key information to help choose a wonderful college.

"Making A Difference Colleges" is the original and authoritative guide to green, socially responsible, progressive and alternative colleges. Join the tens of thousands of students who have used "Making A Difference" to easily find these unique colleges, and then use your education to make a real difference in the world.

Over 10 criteria were used to evaluate colleges for Making A Difference Colleges. Nearly 75 green colleges, peace colleges, colleges with a deep commitment to service, unique state and work colleges, big name colleges, a "contemplative" Buddhist-oriented college, and a college on a school bus are profiled. Want to design your own major, take interdisciplinary classes, do hands-on or in field studies? These are the colleges for you.

Many Making A Difference Colleges care more about your values than your SAT's. While these colleges are not for everyone, they may very well be right for you. Profiles in the Guide are 2 to 4 pages and include information such as school mission, make-a-difference majors, vegetarian meals, eco-dorms and if the college has organic gardens.

All the colleges have relevant majors leading to meaningful work. Hundreds of career paths related to environmental studies, urban planning, international development, peace studies, sociology, child development... are listed.

Advisors for choosing colleges included cross-referrals from the colleges themselves, distinguished national organizations including Campus Compact, Second Nature, University Leaders for a Sustainable Future, Bonner Scholars, Professors David Orr of Oberlin College and Milly Henry of New College of California, and career counselors Marty Nemko Ph.D. and Stephen Antonoff.

Students pass this guide from hand to hand, and parents comment that:

"I wish I had gone to colleges like these."

"This extremely important book may help save the planet."
Dr. Helen Caldicott

"I highly recommend this guide for students who love the Earth."
David Brower

"Harnesses the idealism of today's college bound
youth & points them to relevant values-based education."
Youth Service America