Anonymous
Post 01/11/2025 21:22     Subject: CS: What are some of the good LACs or small colleges?

Anonymous wrote:Union is good and actually has real engineering as well not just software weenies


Union? Come on, another Bucknell
Anonymous
Post 01/11/2025 21:20     Subject: Re:CS: What are some of the good LACs or small colleges?

Anonymous wrote:Mudd/Pomona if you can get into the lottery and Grinnell.

Not really worth it otherwise.


What is this getting into lottery?
Anonymous
Post 01/11/2025 20:41     Subject: Re:CS: What are some of the good LACs or small colleges?

Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Mudd/Pomona if you can get into the lottery and Grinnell.

Not really worth it otherwise.

-1 Williams cs is okay and swat is great for CS PhD

Who wants to go to grad school for CS? CS professors are WAY underpaid and the good tech work is done in private industry
Anonymous
Post 01/11/2025 20:40     Subject: CS: What are some of the good LACs or small colleges?

Union is good and actually has real engineering as well not just software weenies
Anonymous
Post 01/11/2025 20:34     Subject: Re:CS: What are some of the good LACs or small colleges?

Anonymous wrote:Mudd/Pomona if you can get into the lottery and Grinnell.

Not really worth it otherwise.

-1 Williams cs is okay and swat is great for CS PhD
Anonymous
Post 01/11/2025 20:29     Subject: Re:CS: What are some of the good LACs or small colleges?

Mudd/Pomona if you can get into the lottery and Grinnell.

Not really worth it otherwise.
Anonymous
Post 01/11/2025 20:26     Subject: CS: What are some of the good LACs or small colleges?

Anonymous wrote:CS at Swarthmore is good. Most CS classes are lotteried, but good chances of getting it and if not, put on priority for the next semester.

You’re severely capped. Would not recommend.
Anonymous
Post 01/11/2025 20:25     Subject: CS: What are some of the good LACs or small colleges?

CS at Swarthmore is good. Most CS classes are lotteried, but good chances of getting it and if not, put on priority for the next semester.
Anonymous
Post 01/11/2025 20:25     Subject: CS: What are some of the good LACs or small colleges?

Here are some small colleges (typically under 5,000 students) known for strong programs in both computer science and creative writing:

Williams College (Massachusetts)

Strong in creative writing and offers solid computer science programs. Known for small class sizes and individualized attention.

Oberlin College (Ohio)

Offers robust creative writing programs and an expanding computer science department.Emphasizes interdisciplinary learning.

Middlebury College (Vermont)

Renowned for its creative writing programs and a growing computer science curriculum. Beautiful campus with a strong sense of community.

Hamilton College (New York)

Features open curriculum and strengths in both writing and computer science. Writing-intensive courses are emphasized across disciplines.

Carleton College (Minnesota)

Offers rigorous academics in both creative writing and computer science. Known for its collaborative atmosphere.

Harvey Mudd College (California)

Top-notch computer science with opportunities for creative pursuits, often through the Claremont Colleges Consortium. Collaborative environment with Pomona and other nearby colleges offering writing courses.

Reed College (Oregon)

Focused on research and writing in all disciplines, with an interdisciplinary approach to computer science. Encourages creative and analytical thinking.

Swarthmore College (Pennsylvania)

Strong in computer science and creative writing, with an interdisciplinary focus. Opportunity for cross-registration with nearby colleges.

Grinnell College (Iowa)

Excellent writing and computer science programs, paired with an open curriculum. Emphasizes self-designed paths for students.

Denison University (Ohio)

Known for fostering writers and its growing computer science department. Encourages internships and real-world applications.

Anonymous
Post 01/11/2025 20:23     Subject: CS: What are some of the good LACs or small colleges?

Anonymous wrote:Harvey Mudd, Pomona, Carleton, Grinnell, Williams, Amherst and Hamilton

Be careful with Pomona, massive amount of CS waitlists. Carleton has a “match system” so you might not get what you want.
Anonymous
Post 01/11/2025 20:20     Subject: CS: What are some of the good LACs or small colleges?

Harvey Mudd, Pomona, Carleton, Grinnell, Williams, Amherst and Hamilton
Anonymous
Post 01/11/2025 20:20     Subject: Re:CS: What are some of the good LACs or small colleges?

Harvey Mudd. Take the creative writing at any of the other Claremont colleges. Can’t really do better than them.
Anonymous
Post 01/11/2025 20:17     Subject: CS: What are some of the good LACs or small colleges?

Kenyon has a developing CS program (new strategic priority), great creative writing, and mild Greek culture
Anonymous
Post 01/11/2025 20:15     Subject: CS: What are some of the good LACs or small colleges?

Hamilton maybe ?
Anonymous
Post 01/11/2025 20:01     Subject: CS: What are some of the good LACs or small colleges?

What are some of the real good LACs or small colleges for computer science? + also good creative writing

Want to avoid greek / frat culture