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University of Maryland vs. Penn State

Posted on January 27, 2017 by Craig

If you only have one more spot to fill on your college list and it comes down to University of Maryland College Park or Penn State University Park here are the factors you should consider before making the final cut.

About Craig

Craig Meister is a college admissions coach and educational consultant. He previously held university admissions and high school college and career counseling positions in Baltimore, West Palm Beach, and Rio de Janeiro.

Filed Under: Advice & Analysis, College Counselor, College Life, College List, College List Deathmatch, PSU, UMD

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