Scripps is a women's college that fosters an incredibly strong community for learning. It creates a nurting environment that helps women go beyond thier comfort zone and expand what they are interested in. It is impossible not to feel at home at Scripps because of the amazing location, dorms, and food.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Bring a fan if you're not used to the southern california heat because not all the dorms have AC.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Scripps is very accademically challenging but has incredible resources for help. Teachers expect a lot from you, but also are always willing to help. They have mandatory office hours twice or three times as well and are also all available by appointment. Class sizes are so small (average is 15 students) so teachers know your name and really want you to succeed. There are also free tutors for almost every subject, a writing center, and a langauge lab. The academic environment is not competitive in any way which creates a really good place to learn where everyone feels comfortable and wants to help eachother out rather than compete with them.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
The dorms at Scripps are absolute palaces. There are 9 dorms total on campus and 95% of Scripps students live on campus all four years (when they are not abroad). The rooms are spacious and most are connected to balconies or terraces overlooking courtyards or gardens. We have browsing rooms and kitches on every floor as well as each dorm has a living room, a recreation room, and a computer lab. Rooms are pretty big. Seniors and Juniors are pretty much guaranteed a single which is nice. First years have a random roommate based on a questionaire and are often placed in doubles or triples. The triples are meant for three though so they are large enough to hold that many people. In every dorm there are hidden courtyards with fountains that are really cool to explore. Every living room has a fireplace and a piano which can be a lot of fun as well.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The food at Scripps is amazing. Because Scripps is part of the Claremont Colleges Consortium you can eat at any of the school's dining halls for any meal. We have a website and app which show you what is being served at each dining hall for every meal so you can pick what looks best for that meal. On Friday's we haev sushi night, on Saturday's we have steak and salmon - so there are really gormet choices which make it so it doesn't feel like dining hall food at all. We also have flex dollars which come with the meal plan that can be used at any eatery around the 5 campuses. So if you miss a meal or want to buy coffee at the Motley Coffee House on Scripps' campus you can use flex dollars. There are tons of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options so there is something for everyone!
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Scripps' social scene is very intertwined with the other 4 Claremont Colleges. We get an email from student government on Thursday that tells us what is going on, on all the 5 Claremont schools that weekend. It includes movie screenings, poetry slams, parties, concerts, etc. All of the events are open to students across the 5 Claremont Colleges so it is really up to you what you want to do and where you want to go. Most people stay on campus for the weekends becuase there is so much to do but it is also easy to get off campus. Claremont the town is super cute and has really good restaurants - it is also only a 7 minute walk away. There is also a metro stop in Claremont that takes you directly to downtown LA where you can find just about anything. Scripps also sponsors off campus trips to the beach, disney land, nearby shopping places, etc so if you don't have a car it's pretty easy to get around as well.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
There are so many more resources available to you at Scripps that really make it easy to see where your money is going to. The faculty, resources, and quality of life is extrememly amazing at Scripps.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
All the seniors before graduation have a naked brunch in the Margaret Fowler Garden and drink champagne.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Driven motivated women that are looking for opportunities to expand their interests. There is so much to get involved in!
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There are an enormous amount of clubs and activites at the Claremont Schools. Because Scripps has its own set of Scripps only clubs as well as 5C Clubs are avalable it makes room for a lot of options. Pretty much every club you would ever want is offered somewhere on the Claremont Colleges, and if it isn't it is incredibly easy to start a new club.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
None.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Camp Sec is evreywhere. Blue Light system is all around the campuses for escorts home or in case of emergency. Camp Sec is also there to make sure people are safe not to get people in trouble so they are really nice and helpful.
Scripps is a women's college that fosters an incredibly strong community for learning. It creates a nurting environment that helps women go beyond thier comfort zone and expand what they are interested in. It is impossible not to feel at home at Scripps because of the amazing location, dorms, and food.
Bring a fan if you're not used to the southern california heat because not all the dorms have AC.
Scripps is very accademically challenging but has incredible resources for help. Teachers expect a lot from you, but also are always willing to help. They have mandatory office hours twice or three times as well and are also all available by appointment. Class sizes are so small (average is 15 students) so teachers know your name and really want you to succeed. There are also free tutors for almost every subject, a writing center, and a langauge lab. The academic environment is not competitive in any way which creates a really good place to learn where everyone feels comfortable and wants to help eachother out rather than compete with them.
The dorms at Scripps are absolute palaces. There are 9 dorms total on campus and 95% of Scripps students live on campus all four years (when they are not abroad). The rooms are spacious and most are connected to balconies or terraces overlooking courtyards or gardens. We have browsing rooms and kitches on every floor as well as each dorm has a living room, a recreation room, and a computer lab. Rooms are pretty big. Seniors and Juniors are pretty much guaranteed a single which is nice. First years have a random roommate based on a questionaire and are often placed in doubles or triples. The triples are meant for three though so they are large enough to hold that many people. In every dorm there are hidden courtyards with fountains that are really cool to explore. Every living room has a fireplace and a piano which can be a lot of fun as well.
The food at Scripps is amazing. Because Scripps is part of the Claremont Colleges Consortium you can eat at any of the school's dining halls for any meal. We have a website and app which show you what is being served at each dining hall for every meal so you can pick what looks best for that meal. On Friday's we haev sushi night, on Saturday's we have steak and salmon - so there are really gormet choices which make it so it doesn't feel like dining hall food at all. We also have flex dollars which come with the meal plan that can be used at any eatery around the 5 campuses. So if you miss a meal or want to buy coffee at the Motley Coffee House on Scripps' campus you can use flex dollars. There are tons of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options so there is something for everyone!
Scripps' social scene is very intertwined with the other 4 Claremont Colleges. We get an email from student government on Thursday that tells us what is going on, on all the 5 Claremont schools that weekend. It includes movie screenings, poetry slams, parties, concerts, etc. All of the events are open to students across the 5 Claremont Colleges so it is really up to you what you want to do and where you want to go. Most people stay on campus for the weekends becuase there is so much to do but it is also easy to get off campus. Claremont the town is super cute and has really good restaurants - it is also only a 7 minute walk away. There is also a metro stop in Claremont that takes you directly to downtown LA where you can find just about anything. Scripps also sponsors off campus trips to the beach, disney land, nearby shopping places, etc so if you don't have a car it's pretty easy to get around as well.
There are so many more resources available to you at Scripps that really make it easy to see where your money is going to. The faculty, resources, and quality of life is extrememly amazing at Scripps.
All the seniors before graduation have a naked brunch in the Margaret Fowler Garden and drink champagne.
Driven motivated women that are looking for opportunities to expand their interests. There is so much to get involved in!
There are an enormous amount of clubs and activites at the Claremont Schools. Because Scripps has its own set of Scripps only clubs as well as 5C Clubs are avalable it makes room for a lot of options. Pretty much every club you would ever want is offered somewhere on the Claremont Colleges, and if it isn't it is incredibly easy to start a new club.
None.
Camp Sec is evreywhere. Blue Light system is all around the campuses for escorts home or in case of emergency. Camp Sec is also there to make sure people are safe not to get people in trouble so they are really nice and helpful.