Best Liberal Arts Colleges for STEM Majors?

I'm interested in studying STEM but also want that broad liberal arts education experience. Which liberal arts colleges are top choices for STEM programs? I've heard they can have strong science departments. Any recommendations? Thanks!

There are many liberal arts colleges with excellent STEM programs where you might find both the breadth and depth you're looking for in your studies. Harvey Mudd College, one of the Claremont Colleges in California, is renowned for its engineering and science curriculum. Carleton College is another good choice - it's known for its strong programs across the sciences and their interdisciplinary approach to STEM. Williams College in Massachusetts is also noted for its strong math and science programs, and the small student-to-faculty ratio provides a lot of individual attention.

Swarthmore College and Pomona College are part of the Liberal Arts Colleges with Engineering (LAC+E) Consortium, which indicates strong programs and opportunities in not just the traditional sciences, but engineering as well. Bowdoin College in Maine has a particularly strong biology program and they've made investments in their STEM departments over the years.

Lastly, while it's not strictly a liberal arts college, Dartmouth College in New Hampshire provides a liberal arts-style education within a research university and has strong programs in computer science and engineering.

While looking at these colleges, focus not just on the strength of their STEM programs but also on the overall fit of the school's culture, location, size, and other factors that are important to you. Best of luck with your college search!