Greetings From the Campus of….Colorado College in Colorado Springs, CO!
(originally written 4/14/09) Colorado College - CC for short - is a well-known liberal arts college in the Rocky Mountain region. The school is comprised of about 2000 undergrads and is highly selective. CC is known for its very unique academic “Block Plan” in which students study only one subject at a time for 3.5 weeks, and then get 4.5 days off, still resulting in 8 college classes per year. The Block Plan has benefits in that students don’t need to cram for multiple finals, each class is over quickly, and it allows for very unique opportunities such as classes in other countries or field study classes around the southwest. Usually classes meet from 9am-12 and then students can expect several hours of homework or lab work for that class, and sometimes a writing assignment. Popular majors include the sciences for pre-med, (chemistry, biology, neuroscience), geology and economics. A brand new Performing Arts center has recently boosted interest in the Performing and Visual Arts majors.
CC is an island of liberalism in the traditionally conservative town of Colorado Springs. Many of the classes are interdisciplinary, teach students to question, and the students themselves tend to be free spirits who are very into the outdoors. While some students may venture into downtown Colorado Springs for the tempered nightlife, most prefer to stay near campus and attend the senior off-campus parties. Many don’t party at all because it may impede their ability to get up early to catch the fresh snow at nearby ski resorts, mountain bike along the trails, or study. In general, there is a “work hard, play hard” ethic. The students are conscious of their academics because in the very small classes, participation will significantly affect their grade – there is no skipping of classes. Overall, this is a school for students who are genuinely interested in learning.
CC is overall extremely supportive of students, and subsidizes many activities including club-sponsored trips to ski resorts or southwest camping/mountain biking trips. The college also keeps students quite busy with on-campus activities. The campus is beautiful with a mix of historical buildings and dorms still in use (students must live on campus for 3 years). The views of Pikes Peak (14,000 feet) and the surrounding mountains are stunning. Colorado College will provide an excellent education to those who can afford it at almost $50k/year, as well survive the academic rigor.
Please visit my photo album at http://picasaweb.google.com/maritasurace/ColoradoCollege# and my web site at http://www.collegeapplicationadvisors.com/
(originally written 4/14/09) Colorado College - CC for short - is a well-known liberal arts college in the Rocky Mountain region. The school is comprised of about 2000 undergrads and is highly selective. CC is known for its very unique academic “Block Plan” in which students study only one subject at a time for 3.5 weeks, and then get 4.5 days off, still resulting in 8 college classes per year. The Block Plan has benefits in that students don’t need to cram for multiple finals, each class is over quickly, and it allows for very unique opportunities such as classes in other countries or field study classes around the southwest. Usually classes meet from 9am-12 and then students can expect several hours of homework or lab work for that class, and sometimes a writing assignment. Popular majors include the sciences for pre-med, (chemistry, biology, neuroscience), geology and economics. A brand new Performing Arts center has recently boosted interest in the Performing and Visual Arts majors.
CC is an island of liberalism in the traditionally conservative town of Colorado Springs. Many of the classes are interdisciplinary, teach students to question, and the students themselves tend to be free spirits who are very into the outdoors. While some students may venture into downtown Colorado Springs for the tempered nightlife, most prefer to stay near campus and attend the senior off-campus parties. Many don’t party at all because it may impede their ability to get up early to catch the fresh snow at nearby ski resorts, mountain bike along the trails, or study. In general, there is a “work hard, play hard” ethic. The students are conscious of their academics because in the very small classes, participation will significantly affect their grade – there is no skipping of classes. Overall, this is a school for students who are genuinely interested in learning.
CC is overall extremely supportive of students, and subsidizes many activities including club-sponsored trips to ski resorts or southwest camping/mountain biking trips. The college also keeps students quite busy with on-campus activities. The campus is beautiful with a mix of historical buildings and dorms still in use (students must live on campus for 3 years). The views of Pikes Peak (14,000 feet) and the surrounding mountains are stunning. Colorado College will provide an excellent education to those who can afford it at almost $50k/year, as well survive the academic rigor.
Please visit my photo album at http://picasaweb.google.com/maritasurace/ColoradoCollege# and my web site at http://www.collegeapplicationadvisors.com/
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