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Study in Iowa
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Study in Iowa

In the heart of the US Midwest region and the so-called ‘Corn Belt ’, Iowa has long been known for its agricultural strength, gaining the nickname ‘food capital of the world’.

QS Staff Writer · Nov 12, 2012 · 5 min read
Study in Kansas
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Study in Kansas

Smack-bang in the middle of the US, Kansas also has a central place in American mythology– this rural, Frontier Strip state provides the setting for classic musical fantasy film The Wizard of Oz and popular Western drama *Little House on the Prairie.

QS Staff Writer · Nov 12, 2012 · 2 min read
Study in Michigan
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Study in Michigan

Located on two peninsulas in the Great Lakes region of the Midwest, Michigan shares a border with Canada as well as four other US states (Wisconsin, Indiana, Ohio and Illinois – across Lake Michigan).

Laura Tucker · Nov 12, 2012 · 6 min read
Study in Minnesota
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Study in Minnesota

Minnesota ’s ‘Twin Cities’ are among the Midwest's leading centers for arts and culture , and rank high up on the list of the US’s top destinations for studentsand new graduates.

QS Staff Writer · Nov 12, 2012 · 3 min read
Study in Missouri
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Study in Missouri

Located just east of the US’s center-spot , which is in neighboring Kansas, Missouriis something of a meeting point for the cultures of the east, west and south of the country.

QS Staff Writer · Nov 12, 2012 · 3 min read
Study in Nebraska
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Study in Nebraska

In the past Nebraska has characterized itself as the beginning of the West. Indeed, vast swathes of this vast state can feel like the wild, unexplored territory suggested by this.

QS Staff Writer · Nov 11, 2012 · 3 min read
Study in North Dakota
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Study in North Dakota

You might not know too much about the state, but there are a few superlatives one could apply to North Dakota.

QS Staff Writer · Nov 11, 2012 · 3 min read
Study in South Dakota
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Study in South Dakota

South Dakota is perhaps best known for that mostAmerican of landmarks, the Mount Rushmore National Memorial.

QS Staff Writer · Nov 11, 2012 · 3 min read
Study in Ohio
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Study in Ohio

Once known for the trees and log cabins which gave it its nickname, the “Buckeye State” is today one of the most urban, vibrant, wealthy and business-focused states in the US.

Laura Tucker · Nov 11, 2012 · 7 min read
Study in Wisconsin
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Study in Wisconsin

'America’s Dairyland', Wisconsin is known for its cheese. In fact, cheese is such an integral part of the state's identity that Wisconsinites – most notably fans of American football team the Green Pay Packers – identify themselves as ‘cheeseheads’,...

QS Staff Writer · Nov 11, 2012 · 3 min read
Study in Utah
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Study in Utah

If you're looking for a dynamic , tolerant and friendlystate, you should consider studying in Utah.

QS Staff Writer · Nov 11, 2012 · 3 min read
Study in Oregon
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Study in Oregon

If you're considering studying in Oregon , it is likely that you're either drawn to trendy Portlandor the prospect of the rugged beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

QS Staff Writer · Nov 11, 2012 · 4 min read