Academics: Smith vs. Mt. Holyoke vs. Wellesley?

SmithieandProud
Mon, 06 Apr 2009 15:15:46 +0000

Well, I should say to start out that I’ve never taken a class at Moho and I’ve never even visited Wellesley.

But you can’t go wrong with English or Government at Smith. I think they are among our strongest if not our very strongest humanities departments, both with large faculties, good programs, successful alums, and plenty of classes. I’m a Gov major, and my major classes are always the highlight of my semester.

One of the great things about Smith’s Gov department too is it’s Picker Semester in Washington program, which I participated in. A lot of colleges have similar programs, but Smith’s is one of the oldest and is really well set up for giving you the complete young professional experience in DC. You work full time, you take classes a couple of nights a week, you do research on your own, you don’t live in group housing but find your own lease (with Smith’s help), you have a lot of independence but also opportunities for group activities. Nothing has been as hugely influential on my life and my future as this program.

Smith also has a Semester at the Smithsonian program which is also excellent and special.