Folding back into school, seniors may have college applications top-of-mind. According to the college counseling bulletin, representatives from over 100 colleges around the country are coming to Bishop’s in the next three months “for one reason: to meet you.” The bulletin explained that the college visits are “a great opportunity to learn about great college options, meet the person who may read your application, and show demonstrated interest for the colleges that consider it in their application review.”
Willamette University, Elon University, Ohio State University, and Loyola University Maryland are just a few of the schools visiting this September. All college information sessions will be located in the College Counseling Conference Room in Upper Bentham. Here is a sneak peek into these colleges before they visit Bishop’s in September.
Willamette University — September 10 (10:40 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.)
Located in Salem, Oregon, Willamette University is deemed “the Northwest’s Leading Private University,” according to their website.
By the numbers:
- Total undergrads: 1,620
- Average class size: 12 students
- Student-to-Faculty ratio: 7:1
- Academic programs: 56
- Div III varsity athletic teams: 20+
- Art Organizations: 20+
(From Niche and Willamette’s Senior Assistant Director of Admission Kaelyn Kappes)
Willamette also offers:
- “Hands-on learning opportunities like research, internships, and study abroad are available for all our students (regardless of major).”
- “Dual degree programs in business, law, computer science, data science, art, engineering, and forestry. With these programs, you can shave up to a year off the typical pathway to a graduate degree.”
- “Located in a vibrant capital city (Salem). Beyond Salem, there’s lots to explore — we’re only an hour from the beach, the Cascade Mountains, and Portland.”
(Quotes from Kaelyn Kappes)
Elon University — September 11 (1:55 p.m. to 2:25 p.m.)
“#1 in Best Undergraduate Teaching,” according to U.S. News & World Report, is Elon University, located in Alamance County, North Carolina.
By the numbers:
- Total undergrads: 6,502
- Average class size: 20 students
- Student-to-Faculty ratio: 11:1
(From Elon University)
Elon University also offers:
- “Elon University’s campus spans almost 700 acres, with an officially designated botanical garden, featuring a 56-acre Elon University Forest and Loy Farm, both serve as environmental and research preserves. In our latest nod to sustainability and commitment to environmental studies, our students designed a tiny home community adjacent to the farm, serving as a residential community for those students embedded in research or just passionate about sustainable living.”
- “With a core curriculum in the liberal arts and extensive professional programs, we offer a hands-on learning environment that can help you be intentional with your time in college, both in and out of the classroom.”
- “For four consecutive years, from 2021-2024, U.S. News & World Report has named Elon University No. 1 in the nation for excellence in undergraduate teaching, a ranking focused on national universities whose faculty and staff are committed to excellence in teaching undergraduate students.”
(Quotes from Elon’s Director of Regional Admissions Brittany Slaughter)
Ohio State University — September 12 (1:55 p.m. to 2:25 p.m.)
Ohio State is part of the Big Ten Conference, an athletic conference of 18 schools excelling in both academics and athletics. With the infamous mascot Brutus Buckeye, Ohio State University is located in Columbus, Ohio.
By the numbers:
- Total undergrads: 45,728
- Average class size: “about 80% of first-year classes have 50 or fewer students and nearly 30% of all classes have fewer than 20 students,”
- Student-to-Faculty ratio: 7:1
- Majors: over 200
- Minors and specializations: nearly 500
(From Niche, College Advisor, Ohio State University’s Senior Undergraduate Admissions Specialist Cassandra Flores-Montano)
Ohio State University also offers:
- There are “over half a million [Ohio State University] alumni around the globe.”
(According to Cassandra Flores-Montano)
Loyola University Maryland — September 15 (1:45 p.m. to 2:20 p.m.)
Surrounded by Evergreen trees, a mix of modern and historic architecture, Loyola University Maryland is tucked into North Baltimore. According to the school’s website, there are 3,987 undergraduate students, the average class size is 20, and the student-to-teacher ratio is 12:1.
By the numbers:
- Total undergrads: 3,987
- Average class size: 20 students
- Student-to-Faculty ratio: 12:1
(From Loyola University Maryland)
Loyola University Maryland also offers:
- “Loyola University Maryland has a BS [Bachelor of Science] and a BA [Bachelor of Arts] in Forensic Science. Students do internships with the FBI and the Department of Justice.”
- “80% of our students live on campus all 4 years.”
- “Loyola’s residence halls are ranked in the top 4% of college dorms nationally by Niche.”
- “Loyola’s Sellinger School of Business and Management has been named a Best Business School by the Princeton Review—and earned a spot on the Best On-Campus MBA list. In addition to making the list of 243 business schools, Sellinger was one of 67 programs ranked on the list of Best Business Schools in the Northeast. Students can also stay and get an MBA!”
(Quotes from Loyola University Maryland’s Director of Regional Recruitment Michael Decker and Loyola University Maryland)
These representatives will be on-campus in early September. Seniors are allowed to miss class up to five times (please notify your teachers in advance), and juniors can visit during their free periods. To see all the schools that will be visiting campus until November, go to Scoir, click the “Me” tab in the top right corner, and select “Visits & Deadlines.” This will show a list of all Bishop’s college visits and when. May your college search be fun, exciting, and insightful!
