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Wofford College Visit Report by Kayjo

Visit to Wofford College in November 2007 by Kayjo
(Parent of Student, HS Class of 2008)
(Member since February 11 2005 with 70 posts)
 
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Visit Activities:


Admissions Interview: Yes - D attended as part of a scholars competition. Interviewed with current student, alumnae and professor. Group interview resulted in large merit award.

Information Session: Yes - Very organized and informative. This school is a hidden gem.

Campus Tour: Yes - Beautiful campus. Required on-campus housing all 4 years and housing improves each year. The senior village is awesome. Dorms are class specific, so community is strong.

Classroom Visit: Yes - Attended two classes. Both were small, which is typical. She enjoyed both. School offers a Jan.term and many study abroad opportunities. They also have a high NSSE rating. Lots of pre-med students.

Campus:


Friendliness/Courtesy of Students:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent



Friendliness/Courtesy of Staff:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent
Couldn't be nicer to deal with.


Appearance of Campus:
This is a beautiful campus. It is small and very well-maintained.


Building/Facilities Maintenance/Cleanliness:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent



Dormitories:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent



Security/Safety:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent
Campus had a strong sense of security and safety. Saw campus police several times at different points.


Overall Campus Impression:
5 - Excellent
5 - Excellent
This is Division 1 school, so athletic facilities are very nice. The Carolina Panthers train here in the summer and the students are allowed access to the same equipment they use.

Off-Campus:


Area Immediately Around Campus:
4 - Very Good
4 - Very Good
Small town atmosphere. The school provides free bicycles for students to ride into town.


City/Town/Community:
4 - Very Good
4 - Very Good
At first glance Spartanburg doesn't seem to have a lot to offer, but upon further investigation there is a lot going on. Lots of arts, good restaurants and shopping. Close to Charlotte.

Campus Visit Notes for Wofford College


Visit Description:

This school is not well-known outside of the south. It is worth looking at since it offers a quality education with lots of chances for merit money. There is a very strong alumni network. Lots of second, third and fourth generation students. Greek life is strong, but parties are open to all and there is a strong sense of community among the students. The January term is required and after 4 years the student has 12 credits- the equivalent of a semester, so it is very easy to graduate in 4 years.

Hotel/Lodging Recommendations or Comments:

Merriott offers a discount- $97 and is about a half mile away.

Dining/Restaurant Recommendations or Comments:

Lime Leaf Thai- very good.

Other Comments (Transportation, local attractions, parking, etc.):

Great outlet in nearby Gaffney- including a pottery Barn Outlet.