Hey peeps, I'm starting to narrow down my college list and was wondering - which colleges are considered the most flexible? I mean places that let you explore and create a curriculum that fits you rather than you fitting into a set curriculum. Thanks in advance for your insights!
There are a number of universities that are known for their flexible curriculum, giving students the freedom to customize their academic experience.
One such university is Brown University, which takes pride in its Open Curriculum. Students are not required to complete general education requirements, allowing them to focus solely on their areas of interest. Instead of majors and minors, Brown has concentrations.
Another university worth mentioning is Amherst College. Amherst has an open curriculum, meaning that apart from the first-year seminar, you're not required to take any specific courses. You simply need to complete 32 courses before graduation.
Wesleyan University also offers a great deal of academic freedom with their 'University Major.' A University Major allows students to design their own interdisciplinary major with faculty guidance and approval.
Similarly, Sarah Lawrence College allows students to formulate their own course of study rather than following a traditional major. Your program would be guided by a faculty member, known as a "don” at Sarah Lawrence, empowering you to take, in their words, "an active role in defining your education."
Lastly, The Evergreen State College is worth mentioning. This public liberal arts college uses narrative evaluations rather than grades and has no set majors. The focus is on learning across disciplines.
Remember, the best curriculum setup will depend on your specific academic needs and learning style.
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