Hi all. I've read that some colleges tend to have a higher female to male ratio. Could be an environment I'd potentially be interested in. Can anyone provide some colleges that are known for having a higher female population?
Sure, there are several colleges in the United States known to have a higher female to male ratio. Here are a few:
1. Simmons University (Boston, Massachusetts): Simmons is historically a women's college, but now accepts students of all genders for its graduate programs. Its undergraduate programs, however, remain women-centered.
2. Meredith College (Raleigh, North Carolina): This is a women's college that offers co-educational graduate programs.
3. Wellesley College (Wellesley, Massachusetts): This is an all-women's college known for its strong academics and alumni network.
4. Mount Holyoke College (South Hadley, Massachusetts): Another all-women's college, Mount Holyoke is part of the Five College Consortium (with Amherst, UMass, Smith, and Hampshire), offering students access to courses at the other colleges.
5. Smith College (Northampton, Massachusetts): Smith is another prestigious all-women's college. Like Mount Holyoke, it's part of the Five College Consortium.
6. Spelman College (Atlanta, Georgia): Spelman is a historically black college for women and one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country.
If you're looking for a coeducational environment with a higher female ratio, consider these schools:
1. Boston University (Boston, Massachusetts): As per reported statistics, about 58% of the enrolled students are female.
2. New York University (New York, New York): NYU's student body is majority female, at about 60%.
3. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Chapel Hill, North Carolina): UNC Chapel Hill has a reported female student population of approximately 60%.
Bear in mind that while these statistics do highlight a trend, the gender makeup of a school's incoming class can fluctuate year by year. It's also essential to consider other factors like academic programs, culture, location, and financial aid while selecting a college.
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