HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES

It’s no surprise that students from Hobart and William Smith College in Geneva, New York, go on to receive some of the most prestigious academic and scholastic honors and awards. Set on a campus of historical buildings, Hobart and William Smith College prides itself on rigorous academics and undergraduate research opportunities. However, Hobart and William isn’t just a traditional northeastern liberal arts college; the school also boasts a number of alternative study programs. Majors and m... inors at Hobart and William span the range of liberal arts subjects. Among them are Anthropology, Classics, Economics, English, French Studies, Media Studies, Religion, Rhetoric, Russian History, and Urban Studies. Pre-professional and professional programs include Architecture, Education, Environmental Studies, Geosciences, Health Sciences, Pre-Business, Pre-Law and Public Policy. For non-traditional students, William and Hobart offers independent study classes and majors as well as self-study programs, joint degrees and dual degrees. Undergraduate research is another significant part of learning, with students and faculty conducting research in a number of scientific and other fields. Given all of this, it makes sense that many of William and Hobart students have gone on to receive Rhodes, Fullbright and Cambridge scholarships, among other awards. Student life at William and Hobart is intellectually and creatively stimulating, with lectures by well-known authors and scholars held regularly. Students also have the opportunity to enroll in one of more than 70 student organizations. Admissions are primarily based on a student’s academic performance, but extracurricular activities, recommendation letters and the student’s essay are also considered. Standardized test scores are optional. Financial aid is also available based on eligibility.More