Hey y'all, I'm starting to make my college list and I'm wondering - are there any colleges that have a particularly high percentage of female students? Looking forward to hearing your thoughts.
Absolutely, there are many universities in the U.S. with high percentages of female students. Here are a couple of examples to consider:
1. Wellesley College: This is an all-women's institution that ranks highly among liberal arts colleges. Famous alumni include Hillary Clinton and Madeleine Albright.
2. Spelman College: Spelman is another all-women's college. Considered part of the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), it has a strong commitment to empower women of African descent.
3. Smith College: Yet another all-women's college, Smith is part of the historic Seven Sisters coalition. It provides a friendly environment for women to pursue higher education.
Then there are also co-ed universities where the majority of the student body is comprised of women, such as:
1. New York University (NYU): NYU has around 60% female students, making it a college where women slightly outnumber men.
2. Boston University (BU): Similarly to NYU, BU's gender balance leans towards women, with females comprising around 55% of the total student body.
Remember, though, the gender ratio is just one aspect of the college's environment. There's much more to consider, like the school's curriculum, culture, location, to name a few. Take your time to explore what each college has to offer and which aspects are most important to you. Good luck!
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