Liberal arts colleges in Olympia?

Hi y'all. I'm super passionate about literature and am looking into liberal arts colleges in Olympia, WA. Anyone have any personal experiences or advice in this matter?

Hello!

While Olympia, WA doesn't necessarily have a liberal arts college in the traditional sense, it is home to The Evergreen State College. It's an alternative liberal arts college known for its unique structure. Rather than traditional grading, Evergreen uses a narrative evaluation system, and students often construct their own courses of study. The vast majority of students complete interdisciplinary programs that allow them to explore multiple subject areas.

If you are passionate about literature, you can easily integrate that into your studies and potentially combine it with other disciplines to create a multifaceted academic experience.

You might be also interested in exploring colleges in nearby towns. Nearby cities in Washington like Tacoma and Walla Walla are home to liberal arts schools. For instance, University of Puget Sound in Tacoma and Whitman College in Walla Walla both have strong programs in literature and other humanities.

Being open to considering different types of institutions, both traditionally-structured liberal arts colleges and the unique model provided by Evergreen, could serve you well in finding the right college fit for you.

Remember, you can always visit these colleges both virtually and in person to get a sense of what would be a good fit for you in terms of size, location, academics, campus life, and cultural atmosphere. Be sure to check out all of the programs and offerings in the English and Literature departments at these institutions, and pay attention to other factors like faculty, class sizes, and opportunities for internships or research as well.

Good luck on your college search!