The pet policy is sometimes a factor for students who are deciding between Stephens and another college, Arnold says.

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Stephens, 30, dropped out of college to form The Geek Squad five years ago.

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Dale Stephens, 20, founded UnCollege, a social movement based on the idea that college isn't the only path to success.

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