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[quote=Anonymous]This might have seemed totally obvious to some of you, especially if you attended a SLAC. But it actually wasn't something I thought that much about when DD chose a college. She is very happy at her school, but the limited numbers of courses and sections makes getting the classes she needs and wants really challenging. I do think it was the right environment for her, but it is frustrating. I feel like I'm solving a puzzle as I help her with her registration. And she really does need help because the school has a very laissez-faire attitude about it. She's a STEM major and has some goals for later in college, so it's really important she get certain classes. And it is difficult.

I'm not going to name the school because I'm not sure it matters. Just make sure that if you're looking at a small school, you really dig into the course catalog. Don't just look to see if they offer the major your kid wants. Look to see how many sections of core courses they offer and when those courses are. Maybe even do a little mock schedule to see what your kid's semester would be like.

Just a tip from someone who did not do that and maybe wishes she had! But we are still happy with the school. Just can be challenging as opposed to bigger schools with more options. [/quote]

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