The Class of 2001 shows abundant evidence of these qualities. More than 50 students graduated either first or second in their high school classes and 48 gained recognition from the National Merit Scholarship Foundation. The average SAT I for the class is 1256. Members of the Class of 2001 demonstrated excellence beyond the classroom-most are actively engaged in multiple interests. The College encourages every student to have at least one independent learning opportunity before graduation.
Balance is important.
More than 150 students annually engage in special academic, career or leadership opportunities through the Hackman Scholar, Marshall Scholar, Sidney Wise Intern, Leser-Nissley Intern and Public Service Intern programs and the Spalding Program in Leadership as well as numerous other internship opportunities. Some members of the entering class already know what they would like to study, others are undecided. Regardless, we work on the assumption that it is okay for students to be uncertain of their futures when they enter the College. You will be encouraged to sample from a curriculum of more than 450 courses. A liberal arts education is preparation for life.