Hartwick College is ideal for students looking for a small and friendly campus. The professors here actually know who you are and are more than happy to help if you are behind. Hartwick makes the transition into higher education very manageable and achievable.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
If you are considering applying to Hartwick, you have to realize that because this is a private college the classes are difficult and you need to develop good study habits. You really have to learn good time management skills and study skills. Try not to be too studious and have fun! College is about discovering who you are as a person and it is okay to struggle your first year, it is expected.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Since I am a biology major, my first year classes are very challenging, but its to test who will actually remain in that field after the first semester. The amount of work at Hartwick is a lot, but most professors give you enough time in advance. The same is for exams. Professors don't usually throw you in the deep sea without warning.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
The dorms here are very safe and comforting. We have night watches from 11 to 4am. There job is to sign you in the residence halls if you are not from there. They patrol the floors hourly to check if anything is out of the ordinary and to make sure that students are obeying the silent hours rule. The resident advisers here are very friendly and easy to talk to. We usually have weekly events in the lounges to help students meet other students and to promote getting involved.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Our dinning hall, called the Commons, is small in relation to the small campus. The staff that work there are very nice and polite. The food is fairly good. You just have to be creative when eating there. I recommend getting the unlimited food plan the first year to sort of test the food. The mac and cheese and chicken nugget days are my favorite! But if you prefer to cook, most resident halls have a kitchen.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
The first week at campus (welcome weekend for freshamn and transfers) Hartwick puts togother a series of events to help students and families ease into the moving and college process. Oneonta is a very small town, but has a lot of history. There are alot of bars for adult students. The greek life and sports teams parties are very fun. If you prefer to stay on campus you can participate in the many clubs Hartwick has to offer.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Considering that you pay almost 50 thousand dollars a year for Hartwick, you want to get the most out of it. Hartwick does a very good job at doing this. There are many resources that are available to students whenever they need them. The library for example has great staff and many tools you can use. The view of the campus is breath taking and very well groomed.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
A tradition that has always happened is the opening convocation ceremony where the entering freshman class goes through a preview of graduation in four years and professors and the president welcomes you to the college.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There are 3 sorrorities and 2 fraternities recognized.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Campus safety is very involved and makes sure that the students feel safe in and around the campus. There are emergency poles all around campus so that if you ever unsafe or want someone to walk with they will accompany you.
Hartwick College is ideal for students looking for a small and friendly campus. The professors here actually know who you are and are more than happy to help if you are behind. Hartwick makes the transition into higher education very manageable and achievable.
If you are considering applying to Hartwick, you have to realize that because this is a private college the classes are difficult and you need to develop good study habits. You really have to learn good time management skills and study skills. Try not to be too studious and have fun! College is about discovering who you are as a person and it is okay to struggle your first year, it is expected.
Since I am a biology major, my first year classes are very challenging, but its to test who will actually remain in that field after the first semester. The amount of work at Hartwick is a lot, but most professors give you enough time in advance. The same is for exams. Professors don't usually throw you in the deep sea without warning.
The dorms here are very safe and comforting. We have night watches from 11 to 4am. There job is to sign you in the residence halls if you are not from there. They patrol the floors hourly to check if anything is out of the ordinary and to make sure that students are obeying the silent hours rule. The resident advisers here are very friendly and easy to talk to. We usually have weekly events in the lounges to help students meet other students and to promote getting involved.
Our dinning hall, called the Commons, is small in relation to the small campus. The staff that work there are very nice and polite. The food is fairly good. You just have to be creative when eating there. I recommend getting the unlimited food plan the first year to sort of test the food. The mac and cheese and chicken nugget days are my favorite! But if you prefer to cook, most resident halls have a kitchen.
The first week at campus (welcome weekend for freshamn and transfers) Hartwick puts togother a series of events to help students and families ease into the moving and college process. Oneonta is a very small town, but has a lot of history. There are alot of bars for adult students. The greek life and sports teams parties are very fun. If you prefer to stay on campus you can participate in the many clubs Hartwick has to offer.
Considering that you pay almost 50 thousand dollars a year for Hartwick, you want to get the most out of it. Hartwick does a very good job at doing this. There are many resources that are available to students whenever they need them. The library for example has great staff and many tools you can use. The view of the campus is breath taking and very well groomed.
A tradition that has always happened is the opening convocation ceremony where the entering freshman class goes through a preview of graduation in four years and professors and the president welcomes you to the college.
There are 3 sorrorities and 2 fraternities recognized.
Campus safety is very involved and makes sure that the students feel safe in and around the campus. There are emergency poles all around campus so that if you ever unsafe or want someone to walk with they will accompany you.