I'm a junior from Wisconsin and trying to understand the political climate at universities in my state before applying this fall. Does anybody know what colleges in Wisconsin lean more on the conservative side?
Certainly, understanding the political climate at universities is critical, especially since you'll be spending the next four years there interacting with its community.
While it's worth noting that all college campuses house a variety of political beliefs, some universities might have a more noticeable conservative leaning in their student body or in their culture.
In your home state, you might consider the Milwaukee School of Engineering and Carroll University. Both schools have been reported to have a more conservative-leaning campus climate compared to other colleges in Wisconsin.
The University of Wisconsin-Lacrosse and Marquette University also have active College Republicans and conservative student groups, indicating there is a substantial conservative community in these colleges.
Please note, that it's generally best to visit these campuses (if possible), attend virtual tours, and connect with current students to get a better sense of the schools' political climates. This will give you the most accurate sense of how comfortable you'd feel on campus. Remember, political climate is just one of the factors to consider when choosing a college, make sure the college also aligns with your academic and lifestyle preferences as well.
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