Smith has a beautiful campus and downtown, faculty that (for the most part) treat you with respect, and an incredibly diverse student body. It is very liberal (and not just in the liberal arts sense) and most students are comfortable voicing their discord with current issues and sometimes even Smith's administration. Overall, I absolutely love it! Smith's small, women's* college atmosphere make it an ideal place to spend my four years.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Smith doesn't care that much about SAT or even GPA. Just (as cliched as it sounds) be honest and genuine on your essay and really highlight extracurriculars.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
MUCH harder than expected. Smith has a pretty high acceptance rate but that's mainly because students who apply are usually the tough cookies (and we don't get any guys or girls who crave the guys applying).
Describe the dorm life at your college.
We have houses instead of dorms. They range from 10 (like a traditional house) to 100 (like a small dorm). I like in one of the bigger houses located on the quad (the part area-by Smith standards at least so it's actually pretty chill). The house community is great. There are a few weirdos but that's to be expected. Make sure to research your house before filling out the housing form. I live in King btw.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
There are lots of small dining halls and pretty good selection (instead of the traditional one or two huge dining halls). They could use some more kale and fresh fruit but compared to other collages, Smith is pretty great. Make sure to check them all out, not just the convenient ones. Also, I'm vegan and have not had trouble finding food (even in the dining halls that aren't specifically veg).
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Go to Jittery's (every Thursday in the CC), shows downtown, try parties at all five colleges, get ice-cream at Harrell's, participate in house events, it's really a lot of fun but you have to make an effort.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
It really depends on how much financial aid you get. I got FANTASTIC aid so I have no complaints but I also have friends paying full tuition (which is A LOT-then again, they are v wealthy).
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Too many. We have an abundance of crazy traditions.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Queer. Just saying. And generally pretty liberal. If you are transphobic or think feminism is gross or don't like Beyonce (not really but actually sort of) please don't even apply.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Fantastic selection especially for such a small school. And if it doesn't exist, you can make one!
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Does not exist.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Smith has a beautiful campus and downtown, faculty that (for the most part) treat you with respect, and an incredibly diverse student body. It is very liberal (and not just in the liberal arts sense) and most students are comfortable voicing their discord with current issues and sometimes even Smith's administration. Overall, I absolutely love it! Smith's small, women's* college atmosphere make it an ideal place to spend my four years.
Smith doesn't care that much about SAT or even GPA. Just (as cliched as it sounds) be honest and genuine on your essay and really highlight extracurriculars.
MUCH harder than expected. Smith has a pretty high acceptance rate but that's mainly because students who apply are usually the tough cookies (and we don't get any guys or girls who crave the guys applying).
We have houses instead of dorms. They range from 10 (like a traditional house) to 100 (like a small dorm). I like in one of the bigger houses located on the quad (the part area-by Smith standards at least so it's actually pretty chill). The house community is great. There are a few weirdos but that's to be expected. Make sure to research your house before filling out the housing form. I live in King btw.
There are lots of small dining halls and pretty good selection (instead of the traditional one or two huge dining halls). They could use some more kale and fresh fruit but compared to other collages, Smith is pretty great. Make sure to check them all out, not just the convenient ones. Also, I'm vegan and have not had trouble finding food (even in the dining halls that aren't specifically veg).
Go to Jittery's (every Thursday in the CC), shows downtown, try parties at all five colleges, get ice-cream at Harrell's, participate in house events, it's really a lot of fun but you have to make an effort.
It really depends on how much financial aid you get. I got FANTASTIC aid so I have no complaints but I also have friends paying full tuition (which is A LOT-then again, they are v wealthy).
Too many. We have an abundance of crazy traditions.
Queer. Just saying. And generally pretty liberal. If you are transphobic or think feminism is gross or don't like Beyonce (not really but actually sort of) please don't even apply.
Fantastic selection especially for such a small school. And if it doesn't exist, you can make one!
Does not exist.
Women's* college so.