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Washington & Jefferson College (often W&J) is a private liberal arts college with roots going back to the late 18th century. It was formed by the merger of Washington College and Jefferson College in 1865, with original founding activity dating back to 1781. The college is known for its strong emphasis on undergraduate liberal arts education, close student-faculty collaboration, research opportunities, and personalized academic programs. Many students live on campus, and the college competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Presidents.

Blackburn College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). Founded in 1837, it is one of the oldest private colleges in Illinois and known for its distinctive student-managed Work Program ? part of the federally recognized Work Colleges consortium ? where students work on campus to earn tuition discounts and gain real-world experience. The college emphasizes personalized attention, hands-on learning, service, and leadership development across a range of undergraduate majors.

Southwestern University is a private liberal arts university emphasizing academic rigor and personalized education. It offers strong programs in arts, sciences, business, and education. The university focuses on critical thinking, leadership, experiential learning, and close faculty-student engagement.

St. Catherine University is a private Catholic university founded to provide liberal arts and professional education, originally focused on women?s education but now offering undergraduate, graduate, and adult programs. It has a strong emphasis on inclusivity, social justice, and community engagement.

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The University of New Mexico (UNM) is a public research university and the flagship institution of the state. It offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across 12 colleges and schools, including a medical school and the only law school in New Mexico. UNM is classified as an R1: Doctoral University with very high research activity and serves a diverse student body.