<p>I’m curious why everyone is saying that academics are much better at Oberlin. I was honestly much more impressed with the class I sat in on at Hampshire–at Oberlin, there was zero class participation–I don’t think anyone even asked a single question. I know the average SAT scores are about 40 points higher at Oberlin, and its programs are obviously more traditional, but are there other reasons?</p>
<p>I know that Oberlin students are probably more politically active than the average student, but I’m comparing them to Hampshire students specifically. Thank you for the links, Ma’ayan–it did seem that a lot of the stories focused on community service, which is wonderful, but not quite what I’m wondering about.</p>
<p>Also, on an almost-completely-unrelated note: I’ve had trouble figuring out what the relationship of Oberlin to the George Jones Farm is. Is it owned by the college? Do many students work there?</p>
<p>Thanks again, I really appreciate it.</p>