Schools with lesser known party culture

Hey! I'm all for hard work in college and not so much the party scene. Can anyone suggest colleges that aren't known for partying? I want an academic environment that's a little more focused. Thanks!

You're certainly not alone in seeking a more academically focused college environment. There are a number of colleges known for their subdued party cultures.

One is the University of Chicago, with students often joking that their school is "where fun goes to die", reflecting the heavy workload and academic focus of most students.

California Institute of Technology (Caltech) is another school known for its serious academic environment. Given its rigorous academic focus, often prioritizes studies over parties.

Swarthmore College is known for its commitment to intellectual development, with more emphasis on academia and less on socializing via parties.

Finally, Brigham Young University has a reputation for being pretty sober due to the school's conduct code, which prohibits the use of alcohol among other things. This creates a unique campus culture that's quiet, more family-oriented, and fully immersed in academia.

Remember, even colleges with less party culture will still have social activities and events where students can blow off steam, it just might not involve partying in the traditional sense. Consider visiting these schools and chatting with current students to get an authentic picture of what life there is like.