12/01/2025
My new book (Small College Magic: It’s Life-Changing!) is designed to dispel some of the misconceptions that high school students have in regard to the consideration of small colleges.
I gave a pre-publication copy to a college counselor to review, and this is his review:
“In the book Small College Magic: It’s Life-Changing!, Peter Pitts captures nearly every conversation I have with my students as they navigate their college search. From understanding the true meaning of “fit” (for them, not for parents, partners, or friends), to evaluating affordability beyond the sticker price, to recognizing the countless opportunities for personal and professional growth that small colleges provide, his insights are both practical and deeply affirming. Each essay reflects Peter’s genuine affection for small private institutions and highlights voices and campuses that too often go unnoticed.
From the back cover of the book: “There is something very special that occurs on hundreds of surprisingly affordable small college campuses in the United States. Opportunities are endless. Placement rates are high. In a caring and supportive environment, students flourish and discover their purpose in life. Lives are changed forever. This book is a collection of essays by “The Small College Guy” which will give high school students and their parents a peek behind the curtain to see how this magic occurs.” This book will also provide students and parents with a list of 250 excellent (and affordable) small private colleges.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G4JHN1WL
