Chances for a recruited athlete?

[Plainsman]

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PLAINSMAN, Why being democrat so important? Does Oberlin Accept Conservatives or Independents?

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<p>I didn’t say it was important to the college. I was speaking for myself. I’m not a Democrat, by the way. I’ve been a registered Independent for 25 years. But I realize there are two major political parties in control of the USA (whether that is good or bad is another topic), and if I’m forced to choose between the two, which tends to happen on Election Day, well, it’s not a contest. I was simply congratulating the young man in accordance with my own views.</p>

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I hear some colleges are extremely liberal and conservatives need not (or are advised not to apply).

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<p>The first part of your sentence is true, the second part is false. </p>

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Please tell me this ain’t so at Oberlin! Should I apply to Kenyon instead? ; o )

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<p>The proportion of Democrats vs. Republicans at Kenyon is probably not that much different than Oberlin. I don’t have any stats to show but Kenyon is not a Republican or Conservative paradise. Not even close. If that’s what you’re looking for in an LAC, I recommend Washington & Lee. Highly ranked. Very conservative.</p>