High academic SLAC with school spirit?

[Anonymous]

From an academic perspective, I think my child would get the most out of a SLAC. But she likes the idea of a school with a lot of spirit, where students attend varsity athletic events, etc. She’s a strong student, so highly selective schools are an option. Recommendations appreciated!

[Anonymous]

Colgate

[Anonymous]

Depends on the school and events. E.g., I went to Bowdoin. EVERYONE went to the hockey games. Far fewer went to football games.

[Anonymous]

Muhlenberg. Great school spirit!

[Anonymous]

honors college at a big uni

also UVA

[Anonymous]

Bucknell, Colgate, Davidson, Union, Lafayette, etc.

Any SLAC that has D1 sports.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Colgate

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[Anonymous]

Richmond

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Colgate

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Well done.

[Anonymous]

Davidson

[Anonymous]

Bowdoin would be a perfect fit for her.

[Anonymous]

I went to a NESCAC SLAC as have several of my family members, including alums and current students. There are always lots of spectators at NESCAC sports events because so many of the students are either athletes themselves or have friends who are athletes. NESCAC alums also tend be really loyal to their schools. They participate in alum activities, go to reunions, welcome networking inquiries from current students and alums, and give generously.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:From an academic perspective, I think my child would get the most out of a SLAC. But she likes the idea of a school with a lot of spirit, where students attend varsity athletic events, etc. She’s a strong student, so highly selective schools are an option. Recommendations appreciated!

This isn't a search for a unicorn....

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Colgate

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Well done.

[Anonymous]

Davidson and Colgate both D1 SLACs with strong school spirit and academics.