Newnham college substitutes? ASC, Sweet Briar, W & M

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I hope whoever’s reading this is having a nice day! Ok so, I’ve found my dream school: Newnham College, University of Cambridge. It’s a women’s college with a killer pre-med program & traditions that foster a sense of community. The downside, it’s in England lol. I’m looking for schools with a similar feel to Newnham. So far, I’ve come up with Agnes Scott College, Sweet Briar College, & William & Mary. I guess my question is if anyone has any info on these schools or can make a case for them that would be helpful!

Some things that attracted me to Newnham were its traditions, pre-med program, diverse student body, & the campus’s homey/warm feel.

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Some of the suggestions on your previous thread are good ones….maybe read that thread again too?

http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/t/im-looking-for-college-suggestions/

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I’d choose Hollins over Sweet Briar. Much better financial health. Great school, too.

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note that places in Medicine in the UK are VERY limited for international students

if you want to attend US medical school, I would study in the US for undergrad to ensure all the requirements are met and ACCEPTED

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I agree with this. My D was also interested in UK schools but dropped that idea after learning more (primarily on CC) about how that limited her med school options. If US med school/residency is the goal, she should strongly consider limiting her applications to US and Canada for undergrad.

ETA: I just reread your OP and now realize you aren’t asking about studying in the UK but about similar US schools. Oops.

Do you have a preference for women’s colleges? It seems you’re open to co-ed since you mentioned W&M.

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I would prefer a women’s college :slight_smile:

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Thank you for the heads up! I think staying in the states is my best option. If anyone knows anything more about Agnes Scott, Hollins, or Sweet Briar pls let me know!

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Hollins and Agnes Scott both have upcoming super visit open houses coming up. I would check those out. Get on their mailing lists and they will send you lots of info. Forbes rates both as a B+ in financial health.

Sweet Briar announced that they would close in 2015, but then were able to survive with help from their alumae rallying around them. I would check into their financial health more. They are known for their equestrian programs if you are into horses.

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