<p>Hi,</p>
<p>I’m a student at Skidmore and I know that the reputation of the college was important to me when I was applying. (Sounds shallow, I know…)</p>
<p>I’ve found that when I mention the school to people, they first recognize that it’s in Saratoga Springs. Then they tell me “that’s a beautiful area,” and it’s true.</p>
<p>Ultimately, we’re very lucky to go to Skidmore. LACs make up about three percent of all colleges, and selective LACs only 1.5 percent. (OR SOMETHING DRASTICALLY SMALL LIKE THAT.)</p>
<p>Even if people don’t know what Skidmore is, the students are all very excited to be here. I’ve realized that where I go to school should shape me as a person, and not “qualify” me in anyone else’s eyes.</p>
<p>If you’re thinking about going to Skidmore, or any other LAC, you have to recognize that the school is less about the prestigious degree you’ll receive from a big research university, and MUCH MORE about the journey you embark upon for four important years.</p>
<p>Just something that I’ve been thinking about a lot – maybe it’ll help??</p>