<p>I am a current Kenyon freshman so I hope this helps!</p>
<p>1) the US has many prestigious liberal arts schools and Kenyon is right up there among them. However, Kenyon is also a very unique place–I see more of an experience with amazing academics</p>
<p>2). Kenyon matriculates into the top medical schools and law schools in the country. It’s nice because it’s such a small school that your professors actually get to know you and truly help you to achieve your goals.</p>
<p>3). No, not really. I haven’t heard of anyone graduating in 3 years, but what’s the rush? I did get a few credits for my APs. Remember this is college: it is an experience. Get a social life, date, have a bit of fun. Kenyon students study hard and party hard.</p>
<p>4). This school is VERY SMALL and in the middle of nowhere Ohio. You are surrounded by fields. The sense of community is extremely strong. You cannot be a loner here. You have to get involved and not lock yourself in your room studying all the time. This is a place where it is really easy to make friends:)</p>
<p>5). My roommate is from Palestine and really likes it here. There isn’t a ton of diversity, but the international students hold a lot of events and run many clubs. The thing is that Kenyon is incredibly diverse in other ways: sexuality, religion, there really isn’t any distinction. That’s why people fit in: we’re all weird in our own ways. </p>
<p>6). students go abroad usually for a semester during junior year and there are so many programs! As an international studies major I plan to go abroad my entire junior year.</p>
<p>7). The LGBT community is INCREDIBLY ACTIVE. I love it. There is no hiding your sexuality here. Be who you are and no one cares. In fact, Kenyon embraces people of all sexualities. Also, Kenyon students are very globally engaged and know what’s going on in the world. It was in the news last year because some students stood in line for hours just to vote in the last presidential election. </p>
<p>Financial aid wise: I received a distinguished academic scholar award for being a top applicant and kenyon gave me the most financial aid of any school I applied to. </p>
<p>Final thought (because I have to get to class): from the tone of your note you need to understand that Kenyon is an experience. Although it is an exceptionally good academic school you MUST get involved in the community. The friends you make here are extraordinary. Let me know if you have any more questions!</p>