Beautiful, tranquil, and supportive. Mills College is the absolute place to be for women looking to succeed in both academics and in the real world future that lies ahead. Cyclone ladies get all the benefits of a big school with highly qualified professors, visiting lectures, and their own museum; with all the benefits of a small school including tiny class sizes and personal attention.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
If I had any tips to give someone coming to Mills, it would be to bring an open mind. College is already something totally new and exciting for most freshman, so take it as it comes! And don't forget to utilize all the resources Mills has to offer early on (Center for Academic Excellence, free peer tutors, writing center, one on one time with professors etc). Remember to not be too hard on yourself and get out there to make some lasting connections. You won't regret it!
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Whatever Mills lacks in large class size, it makes up for in academic challenge. Because you have the opportunity to get to know your professors, and work on really personalized material, standards are high. But never fear, even if the class seems really hard, the professors here WANT you to get an A and are always around for support and guidance. Mills really does work to prepare you for graduate school or whatever your goals may be after your undergraduate education is complete.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
The dorms at Mills are really quite gorgeous. The campus itself is over 100 years old, and most of the buildings are too! That means hard wood floors, beautiful detailing, and the kind of old world charm you can't get any where else. Each dorm also has a library/study for students to gather and collaborate. Also of special note, most rooms here are for ONE PERSON, no roommates unless you want them.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Cafeteria food is cafeteria food, right? Wrong! Founders Commons is the main dining hall on campus, situated on a hill from which you can over look most of the San Francisco Bay Area. The food is catered by a company called Bon Appetite, who prides themselves on farm fresh meals that are healthy and eco-conscience. There are always vegetarian and vegan options and compared with most dining hall food it is light years ahead.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Mills offers something pretty special to students, a free bus pass! For those who come without cars, its a great way to explore the city (and for free). Mills is very close to Berkeley which offers lots of fun shopping, ,dining, and entertainment. Students also like to take in the local sports, the A's, Warriors, and Raiders all play about 15 mins away from campus. Last but not least, we are close to San Francisco. Students often carpool to the city to dance or take in the sights, but Mills also has structured excursions to Alcatraz or other local hot spots.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Not to mince words, Mills is expensive. It is a private school with a hefty price tag. But, it is absolutely worth every penny. For that money you get person attention, tiny classes, amazing resources both academic and personal, an on campus library with a secret book room, amazing speakers and lectures all the time, and the opportunity to really thrive and succeed.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Mills has been around for a long time, and with that comes some unusual features, including a ghost tour. Every year around Halloween, the older students lead the freshman on a special night time walk about campus. Stops include the cemetery where Susan Mills is buried and Mills Hall, the historical landmark with bumps in the night. Another not to miss unique attribute is the special Book Room in the library where one can find a page from a Gutenberg Bible, a first edition Alice and Wonderland with hand drawn illustrations along with hundreds of other treasures. This campus gains a huge amount of character and interesting stories from its age, make sure to take a tour (ghost or regular) when you stop by and learn about the diamond cutting window.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Mills is the perfect place for students who live by the motto work hard, play hard. Cyclones are dedicated students first, but also enjoy a bounce house or two in the quad.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There are tons of clubs and activities on campus. There is a club for absolutely anything you can think of, and if not making one is a cinch. There is a club for the LGBTQA community, a club for latinas, a club for pre-med students, even a club for people who like to knit. In addition to clubs, there are many volunteer organizations that operate on campus that offer a great way to serve the community and build your resume. We have dances all the time, and they are usually the most popular activities on campus. Ask any student about Black and White Ball and you'll soon understand why.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There is one sorority on campus for pre-law students. Other than that Mills strives for a very united, communal, campus.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Mills is an extremely safe environment for students. For starters, at the one vehicle entrance and exit to campus there is a gatehouse, staffed by the helpful Public Safety who keeps a watchful eye and speaks with every non-student who enters campus. All dorm buildings are accessible only with a student ID and are equip with alarm systems. I can't say enough about Public Safety, in addition to protecting students they are kind, courteous, and never more than a phone call away.
Beautiful, tranquil, and supportive. Mills College is the absolute place to be for women looking to succeed in both academics and in the real world future that lies ahead. Cyclone ladies get all the benefits of a big school with highly qualified professors, visiting lectures, and their own museum; with all the benefits of a small school including tiny class sizes and personal attention.
If I had any tips to give someone coming to Mills, it would be to bring an open mind. College is already something totally new and exciting for most freshman, so take it as it comes! And don't forget to utilize all the resources Mills has to offer early on (Center for Academic Excellence, free peer tutors, writing center, one on one time with professors etc). Remember to not be too hard on yourself and get out there to make some lasting connections. You won't regret it!
Whatever Mills lacks in large class size, it makes up for in academic challenge. Because you have the opportunity to get to know your professors, and work on really personalized material, standards are high. But never fear, even if the class seems really hard, the professors here WANT you to get an A and are always around for support and guidance. Mills really does work to prepare you for graduate school or whatever your goals may be after your undergraduate education is complete.
The dorms at Mills are really quite gorgeous. The campus itself is over 100 years old, and most of the buildings are too! That means hard wood floors, beautiful detailing, and the kind of old world charm you can't get any where else. Each dorm also has a library/study for students to gather and collaborate. Also of special note, most rooms here are for ONE PERSON, no roommates unless you want them.
Cafeteria food is cafeteria food, right? Wrong! Founders Commons is the main dining hall on campus, situated on a hill from which you can over look most of the San Francisco Bay Area. The food is catered by a company called Bon Appetite, who prides themselves on farm fresh meals that are healthy and eco-conscience. There are always vegetarian and vegan options and compared with most dining hall food it is light years ahead.
Mills offers something pretty special to students, a free bus pass! For those who come without cars, its a great way to explore the city (and for free). Mills is very close to Berkeley which offers lots of fun shopping, ,dining, and entertainment. Students also like to take in the local sports, the A's, Warriors, and Raiders all play about 15 mins away from campus. Last but not least, we are close to San Francisco. Students often carpool to the city to dance or take in the sights, but Mills also has structured excursions to Alcatraz or other local hot spots.
Not to mince words, Mills is expensive. It is a private school with a hefty price tag. But, it is absolutely worth every penny. For that money you get person attention, tiny classes, amazing resources both academic and personal, an on campus library with a secret book room, amazing speakers and lectures all the time, and the opportunity to really thrive and succeed.
Mills has been around for a long time, and with that comes some unusual features, including a ghost tour. Every year around Halloween, the older students lead the freshman on a special night time walk about campus. Stops include the cemetery where Susan Mills is buried and Mills Hall, the historical landmark with bumps in the night. Another not to miss unique attribute is the special Book Room in the library where one can find a page from a Gutenberg Bible, a first edition Alice and Wonderland with hand drawn illustrations along with hundreds of other treasures. This campus gains a huge amount of character and interesting stories from its age, make sure to take a tour (ghost or regular) when you stop by and learn about the diamond cutting window.
Mills is the perfect place for students who live by the motto work hard, play hard. Cyclones are dedicated students first, but also enjoy a bounce house or two in the quad.
There are tons of clubs and activities on campus. There is a club for absolutely anything you can think of, and if not making one is a cinch. There is a club for the LGBTQA community, a club for latinas, a club for pre-med students, even a club for people who like to knit. In addition to clubs, there are many volunteer organizations that operate on campus that offer a great way to serve the community and build your resume. We have dances all the time, and they are usually the most popular activities on campus. Ask any student about Black and White Ball and you'll soon understand why.
There is one sorority on campus for pre-law students. Other than that Mills strives for a very united, communal, campus.
Mills is an extremely safe environment for students. For starters, at the one vehicle entrance and exit to campus there is a gatehouse, staffed by the helpful Public Safety who keeps a watchful eye and speaks with every non-student who enters campus. All dorm buildings are accessible only with a student ID and are equip with alarm systems. I can't say enough about Public Safety, in addition to protecting students they are kind, courteous, and never more than a phone call away.