It is the 40th edition of the annual publication. The guide provides an insider's look at what it is like to be a student at various schools in the U.S., Canada, Great Britain, and Ireland. It includes exclusive academic, social, and quality-of-life ratings for each school, plus tips from current students. The book also features a special section highlighting "Best Buy" schools, which are colleges that offer excellent educational value. The paperback version has 864 pages.