Southern LACs

MidwestDad3
Mon, 22 Feb 2016 17:44:54 +0000

@dadof1 @lots2do Coincidentally, I’ve been to Trinity U, Rollins and Sewanee recently. I noticed some similarities between Rollins & Trinity: both gorgeous, well-maintained campuses in suburbs that are close-in to vibrant, tourism-oriented cities. Both have dynamic, new presidents. Great academics and great weather at each!!!

Regarding the price increase at Sewanee, in another thread I listed comparative sticker prices for some LACs that D was accepted to last year. Union College $62,274; Hobart & Wm Smith $62,260; Denison $58,860; College of Wooster $55,600, all for 2015-16; and Sewanee $54,500 for 2016-17. Yes, 10% is a big hike. But the merit scholarship amounts were also increased, and the 4-year price guarantee is still in effect. Comparatively, the price is still very competitive.

D has been back home twice (it’s an 8-hour trip)–for Thanksgiving, and for the holidays. Both times she was really looking forward to returning to her friends at Sewanee. She has found classes to be challenging, but manageable. Her professors have all been excellent, and very helpful. She has been camping out on the mountain, and is pledging a sorority & has a wonderful “big sister.” A couple weeks ago she and three other girls had breakfast with the Vice-Chancellor. Sewanee has been a great fit for her! I can’t believe the year is already 2/3 over.