the Complete Guide to Liberal Arts Colleges
University of Redlands opened in Southern California in 1909, with 39 students and nine professors, thanks to efforts of the local community and the congregation of American Baptists. The period from 1987 to 2005 was one of great strides in terms of development; there was significant private fundraising, institutional investment, and strong enrollment. Currently the […]
Westmont College is a relatively new edition to the academic world, however, in its short existence, it has quickly become nationally known for its astounding science programs. The Cellular and Molecular biology program offered at Westmont College have attracted students from across the world, looking to pursue a science-based degree with a liberal arts academic […]
Social responsibility embodies a core mission at Whittier College. Founded by Quakers, the school seeks to broaden the lives of its students with Quaker goals of personal growth and the quest for complete and well-rounded education. By means of non-traditional educational elements such as L.E.A.P., the Whittier Scholars Program, and study abroad, students are encouraged […]
Colorado College is ranked among the top tier of liberal arts colleges in the United States, and based on the massive number of applicants yearly, most high school seniors and their parents agree. Colorado College prides itself with having a very high retention rate, which tells of the student satisfaction in the academic program and […]
Connecticut College is known for its selectivity of students and its rigorous academic programs, as well as its interdisciplinary academic centers. This institution competes in the New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC). Connecticut is a member of the group of colleges colloquially known as the “little ivies”, which is made up of small colleges […]
Trinity College is the second oldest college in Connecticut, with Yale University being the only older university. The student body of 2,300 students is considered small when compared with big universities and public colleges, but this small school is one of the little Ivies, or the schools that can rival the Ivy League universities when […]
Wesleyan is one of the three colleges in the historic Little Three colleges, alongside Amherst and Williams College. Wesleyan University accommodates around 3,000 undergraduates, a number that is small compared to other universities but significantly bigger than the other two colleges in the consortium. There are 40 departments for undergraduate academics, which offer more than […]
Coe College encourages the development of a strong education through a close-knit community environment and support system. This school focuses on liberal studies but offers a wide variety of over 50 additional majors for students to explore. With under 1,500 students enrolled each year, Coe College offers an attention driven education style, offering a more […]
Grinnell College is popular for academic performance as well as events related with social activism. This college has obtained its reputation as a school for innovators, free thinkers and social activists due to its history in community involvement. Before the Peace Corps was established, Grinnell has a system in place called Grinnell Corps to enable […]
