The College Tour Captures the Exciting Opportunities Awaiting All Students in Higher Education

By Yahoo Finance l I October 17, 2023

New Season – Now Available on Amazon Prime Video – Brings Colleges Directly to Viewers, Highlighting the Vibrancy and Inclusivity of Modern College Life.

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The highly-anticipated 9th season of the award-winning series The College Tour, from Emmy-nominated producers Alex Boylan, Lisa Hennessy, and Burton Roberts, continues to be the ultimate college search resource with its intimate look at American colleges and universities all told from the perspective of actual students. Hosted by The Amazing Race winner Alex Boylan, The College Tour is a one-of-a-kind show that gives families the freedom to explore all options in higher education without the burden of travel costs or logistics.

“Season 9 truly showcases the diversity and support found on today’s college campuses. From students with autism and learning disabilities to adult learners seeking to advance their education, aspiring doctors, and passionate filmmakers and writers, this season proves that finding the right school can make all the difference,” said host, co-creator, and executive producer Alex Boylan.

Although each school featured this season has its own distinct identity, they all embrace a comprehensive approach to preparing their students for success. Whether it’s through innovative learning environments, career connections, or internship opportunities, these institutions are dedicated to helping students thrive both on and off campus.

Majors explored across this season’s diverse landscape include:

Business Administration
Life Science
Civil Engineering
Literature
Livestock Production
Animation

Featured universities include:

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
New York Film Academy
Northwest Florida State College
American International College
University of Illinois Chicago
The University of Texas at Dallas
Landmark College
Santa Ana College
Texas Lutheran University
Sarah Lawrence College
Weber State University
Seton Hall University
Los Angeles City College
Cerritos College

“There are so many pathways to success in higher education. It’s not always about where your journey starts; it is about the people on the journey who help you along the way to achieve your goals. Every school this season reminds us of the importance of a supportive academic community,” Boylan added.

ABOUT:

The College Tour is a groundbreaking TV series that takes the viewer on an intimate journey through campuses across the country, telling each school’s story through the diverse lens of its students. Hosted by The Amazing Race winner Alex Boylan, The College Tour brings equity to college readiness by providing a platform to access comprehensive and meaningful information regarding higher education anytime and anywhere, free of charge. The College Tour is available on Amazon Prime Video and on www.thecollegetour.com.

The College Tour Gives Students the Financial Freedom to Explore Higher Ed

By Yahoo Finance I May 23, 2023

Fort Collins’ own Myles Hilbert landed on the small screen as one of 10 Western Colorado University students featured in “The College Tour” on Amazon Prime.

The show, now in its seventh season, features a different college campus in each episode. Western Colorado University’s episode — part of the most recent season — aired March 22, according to the university.

Myles is a graduate of Rocky Mountain High School and the daughter of Colorado State University’s former women’s volleyball coach, Tom Hilbert. She committed to Western Colorado University in 2018 with plans to play volleyball and join its track and field team.

Myles provided the perspective of a student athlete on “The College Tour,” detailing her time on Western Colorado University’s track and field team. The episode was filmed at the university last fall, according to the school. At the time, Myles was a senior business administration major.

“Season 8 shows viewers that a college education can happen at any age and anywhere. We have adult learners, online learners, small schools, large schools, HBCUs, and students spending an entire semester at sea traveling the world,” said host, co-creator, and executive producer Alex Boylan.

While each school this season is unique to itself, they all share a deeply holistic approach to setting their students up for success. Through alternative learning environments, academic support, and even post-graduation career counseling, students are being nurtured to accomplish their goals both now and in the long-term.

Majors explored across this season’s diverse landscape include:

Biomedical Engineering
Theatre
Psychology
Communications Studies

Featured schools include:

Quinnipiac University
Abilene Christian University
University of Northern Iowa
Pepperdine University
Community College of Baltimore County
University of Missouri
Depauw University
University of Phoenix
Susquehanna University
Xavier University of Louisiana
Lamar University
Jackson State University
Texas A&M University
Semester at Sea
University of Las Vegas, Nevada

“When it comes to higher education, there is no such thing as one-size-fits-all, and our show gives students the opportunity to find the school that will work best for them in their own individual journey,” Boylan added.

ABOUT:
The College Tour is a groundbreaking TV series that takes the viewer on an intimate journey through campuses across the country, telling each school’s story through the diverse lens of its students. Hosted by The Amazing Race winner Alex Boylan, The College Tour brings equity to college readiness by providing a platform to access comprehensive and meaningful information regarding higher education anytime and anywhere, free of charge. The College Tour is available on Amazon Prime Video and on www.thecollegetour.com.

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