Book excerpt: Attending college within 300 miles of their home is the choice of more than 85% of all college students. Recognizing this factor, Peterson's offers students and their families Regional Guides, the only multiple-volume college directory of its kind, covering colleges and universities in six regions of the country -- New England, New York, the Middle Atlantic states, the Midwest, the South, and the West. Each guide makes it easy for students to plan campus visits and compare schools within a specific geographic area. Easy-to-read maps are provided, as is full information on all four-year and private two-year colleges in the region. From details on degree programs and expenses to admissions and costs, college-bound students will be able to: -- Compare all accredited four-year and private two-year institutions -- Find out procedures for transferring -- Learn about financial aid options and requirements -- Locate the ideal school in the ideal geographic location -- Find out whom to contact for an interview