Attending a liberal arts college offers you the luxury of knowledge from different fields of study. I feel like I have learned a lot more about different subjects much more than I would have at another college. At Wofford its not uncommon to find a student who is majoring in Biology and religion or finance and sociology. I love that about Wofford and I feel like it makes us unique. We are challenged to multiple fields and connecting them. The small student size allows the professors from different fields to work together whether its in a learning community or creating an interim form their unique interests. Its not everyday that science professors and religion professors teach a class together.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
I'll admit, I had a hard time adjusting to Wofford at first because it was much different than I was used to. A new environment, not knowing anyone, and schoolwork on top of that. However, I am Wofford's biggest supporter now. I have nothing but love for the school now and can't imagine myself anywhere else. I think my favorite part is the fact that I am surrounded constantly by intelligent people my age that also know how to relax and goof around. Wofford provides the environment to study in quiet places or study with friends where talking is acceptable. There are so many activities happening on Wofford's campus that its impossible to bored. The student body is very involved and which gave me the opportunity to meet people I normally would not have met otherwise. There is definitely a place for everyone.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
One slight downside to Wofford is that it is on the expensive side. Wofford does pride itself on the amount of students who have some kind of scholarship, but you definitely have to work for it. Sometimes I feel like what we pay could be put to better use in some areas like renovating some of the dorms and mostly maintenance issues. However I do feel like I my family is making a great investment into my education. Wofford is known for being the Ivy league of the south and I personally would agree with this. The difficulty of the courses are not unmanageable because the professors are very helpful and want to work with students which makes the money more worth it. Wofford also pays for good entertainment throughout the year and great technology around campus.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
My main tip for prospective students is to do your research on the colleges your looking at. Go visit the campus and get a real feel for how the campus operates and how the students are. I knew as soon as I stepped on Wofford's campus that it was going to be a beautiful place that had a college campus feeling without feeling too small. Challenge yourself to work hard to achieve what you want.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Wofford is great almost any type of personality. Students who excel here study hard and put a lot of work into what they are doing but can also find time to get involved around campus and enjoy time with friends. Wofford is great for students who are able to balance these things. I wasn't used to being so busy and juggling these aspects at first but the great thing about Wofford is that you can join what you want, when you want, and all professors understand that Wofford students are actively involved and help you manage these things when the semester gets busy. The community and fellowship between students created at Wofford by the dorm life and student life gives students the opportunity to seek help from all directions whether it be the friends on your hall, in your sorority and fraternity, in your classes, professors, coaches, campus safety officers or the dean of students. Everyone at Wofford is there to make sure the student succeeds.
Attending a liberal arts college offers you the luxury of knowledge from different fields of study. I feel like I have learned a lot more about different subjects much more than I would have at another college. At Wofford its not uncommon to find a student who is majoring in Biology and religion or finance and sociology. I love that about Wofford and I feel like it makes us unique. We are challenged to multiple fields and connecting them. The small student size allows the professors from different fields to work together whether its in a learning community or creating an interim form their unique interests. Its not everyday that science professors and religion professors teach a class together.
I'll admit, I had a hard time adjusting to Wofford at first because it was much different than I was used to. A new environment, not knowing anyone, and schoolwork on top of that. However, I am Wofford's biggest supporter now. I have nothing but love for the school now and can't imagine myself anywhere else. I think my favorite part is the fact that I am surrounded constantly by intelligent people my age that also know how to relax and goof around. Wofford provides the environment to study in quiet places or study with friends where talking is acceptable. There are so many activities happening on Wofford's campus that its impossible to bored. The student body is very involved and which gave me the opportunity to meet people I normally would not have met otherwise. There is definitely a place for everyone.
One slight downside to Wofford is that it is on the expensive side. Wofford does pride itself on the amount of students who have some kind of scholarship, but you definitely have to work for it. Sometimes I feel like what we pay could be put to better use in some areas like renovating some of the dorms and mostly maintenance issues. However I do feel like I my family is making a great investment into my education. Wofford is known for being the Ivy league of the south and I personally would agree with this. The difficulty of the courses are not unmanageable because the professors are very helpful and want to work with students which makes the money more worth it. Wofford also pays for good entertainment throughout the year and great technology around campus.
My main tip for prospective students is to do your research on the colleges your looking at. Go visit the campus and get a real feel for how the campus operates and how the students are. I knew as soon as I stepped on Wofford's campus that it was going to be a beautiful place that had a college campus feeling without feeling too small. Challenge yourself to work hard to achieve what you want.
Wofford is great almost any type of personality. Students who excel here study hard and put a lot of work into what they are doing but can also find time to get involved around campus and enjoy time with friends. Wofford is great for students who are able to balance these things. I wasn't used to being so busy and juggling these aspects at first but the great thing about Wofford is that you can join what you want, when you want, and all professors understand that Wofford students are actively involved and help you manage these things when the semester gets busy. The community and fellowship between students created at Wofford by the dorm life and student life gives students the opportunity to seek help from all directions whether it be the friends on your hall, in your sorority and fraternity, in your classes, professors, coaches, campus safety officers or the dean of students. Everyone at Wofford is there to make sure the student succeeds.