A unique school with a small student body and a trans-disciplinary, self-designed approach to learning.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Visit. It's definitely an interesting place that attracts a unique crowd. It feels much different than it appears online.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Most classes rely on rigorous reading, and a few incorporate different research projects and writings as well. The classes are typically less than ten students, and very discussion based. It's crucial to do your work and stay on top of things, or you'll fall behind very quickly. Grades are optional, but don't mistake that for meaning the classes are easy. If you don't do your work you will not pass the class and/or get an evaluation that reflects your poor performance.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Most of the residencies are actual houses and that makes it really cozy. It's easy to make friends with the tight-knit community in your home.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The food is excellent and very vegetarian and vegan friendly. Most of the produce comes from the school's farm and other local farmers as well!
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Explore Acadia! There's always stuff to do outside. The town of Bar Harbor is very cute and has a number of neat shops, as well. In the winter it's a bit of a ghost town, but it's still easy to find something to occupy your interest.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
I'm learning a great deal and having a lot of fun.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Lots of cool paths along the shores to explore and a bunch of hidden spots with great views of the ocean.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Liberals and environmentalists.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
The school has a lot of clubs, but most of them aren't widely known so it can be hard to get involved. There's a hula-hooping club, ukulele club, and quidditch team to name a few.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There isn't any.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
The campus and Bar Harbor are very trustworthy communities as is, but the school also has a night watch crew who make sure that everyone is okay past dark. I feel comfortable leaving my belongings unattended just about anywhere on campus, and most people feel safe leaving their doors unlocked.
A unique school with a small student body and a trans-disciplinary, self-designed approach to learning.
Visit. It's definitely an interesting place that attracts a unique crowd. It feels much different than it appears online.
Most classes rely on rigorous reading, and a few incorporate different research projects and writings as well. The classes are typically less than ten students, and very discussion based. It's crucial to do your work and stay on top of things, or you'll fall behind very quickly. Grades are optional, but don't mistake that for meaning the classes are easy. If you don't do your work you will not pass the class and/or get an evaluation that reflects your poor performance.
Most of the residencies are actual houses and that makes it really cozy. It's easy to make friends with the tight-knit community in your home.
The food is excellent and very vegetarian and vegan friendly. Most of the produce comes from the school's farm and other local farmers as well!
Explore Acadia! There's always stuff to do outside. The town of Bar Harbor is very cute and has a number of neat shops, as well. In the winter it's a bit of a ghost town, but it's still easy to find something to occupy your interest.
I'm learning a great deal and having a lot of fun.
Lots of cool paths along the shores to explore and a bunch of hidden spots with great views of the ocean.
Liberals and environmentalists.
The school has a lot of clubs, but most of them aren't widely known so it can be hard to get involved. There's a hula-hooping club, ukulele club, and quidditch team to name a few.
There isn't any.
The campus and Bar Harbor are very trustworthy communities as is, but the school also has a night watch crew who make sure that everyone is okay past dark. I feel comfortable leaving my belongings unattended just about anywhere on campus, and most people feel safe leaving their doors unlocked.