Minerva is a new accredited liberal arts institution trying to revolutionize the higher education system. Students go to 7 different world cities and and the student body is filled with amazing people. It is a rich experience, but it is also very challenging.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
If you get accepted, try to go to Ascent! Otherwise, feel free to contact a current student.
If this experience sounds cool to you, apply! You have nothing to lose by doing so.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
It is different, but the academics are incredibly difficult. There are no exams. I would give the academic rigor more stars if I could.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
It is hard to define because Minerva doesn't have an actual campus. Students generally feel very close to one another.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Students are on their own for food, but they are given a stipend to spend through each city. So, it is what you make of it.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Students come from all sorts of backgrounds, so there are little bounds on "what to do for fun." If you want to make something sweet happen, like have a soccer club, you can.
But keep in mind that because Minerva doesn't own the buildings the residents live in (plus the residence halls are in cities), there are additional constraints on aspects like "partying" compared to a traditional university.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Most students are on financial aid also.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Open-minded, hardworking people
People who like to take initiative
People who like to travel
Minerva is a new accredited liberal arts institution trying to revolutionize the higher education system. Students go to 7 different world cities and and the student body is filled with amazing people. It is a rich experience, but it is also very challenging.
If you get accepted, try to go to Ascent! Otherwise, feel free to contact a current student. If this experience sounds cool to you, apply! You have nothing to lose by doing so.
It is different, but the academics are incredibly difficult. There are no exams. I would give the academic rigor more stars if I could.
It is hard to define because Minerva doesn't have an actual campus. Students generally feel very close to one another.
Students are on their own for food, but they are given a stipend to spend through each city. So, it is what you make of it.
Students come from all sorts of backgrounds, so there are little bounds on "what to do for fun." If you want to make something sweet happen, like have a soccer club, you can. But keep in mind that because Minerva doesn't own the buildings the residents live in (plus the residence halls are in cities), there are additional constraints on aspects like "partying" compared to a traditional university.
Most students are on financial aid also.
Open-minded, hardworking people People who like to take initiative People who like to travel