Why Scripps College

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Is Scripps College Right for You?

At Scripps, we strive to provide a learning environment that’s engaging, thought-provoking, and alive with community and creativity. Our modern approach to a liberal arts education is holistic and comprehensive, giving our students not just the expert knowledge; but the critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills to navigate their careers and lives with purpose.

From the arts and humanities to business and sciences, our students enjoy exceptional outcomes – Scripps produces more Fulbright scholars than 75% of U.S colleges, and confers more STEM majors than any other women’s college in the nation – but a Scripps education isn’t just about what our students can do. It’s about making sure that whatever they do, they do it with intention.

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Is a Women’s College Right for You?

Research has established that students who study at women’s colleges are more likely to:

Graduate in four years or less
Major in STEM fields
Serve in leadership roles in their college communities
Go on to earn graduate degrees
Hold corporate leadership positions in their careers

But there are many other reasons to choose a women’s college. Learning in a community of other women encourages collaboration over competition, developing students’ academic and interpersonal skills and promoting open discussion and thoughtful debate in a supportive environment. Students who study at women’s colleges develop the personal skills essential for career success, and are more likely to feel that they’ve made a positive financial investment in their education.

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Is a Liberal Arts College Right for You?

At Scripps, we offer a modern approach to liberal arts through our Core Curriculum; an interdisciplinary program that runs through three semesters and allows students to explore complex issues from multiple perspectives. Far from being solely arts-focused, a liberal arts education is designed to encourage critical thinking and continuous inquiry, developing the analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills that give graduates the cutting edge; no matter their chosen industry. The goal of the liberal arts approach is to provide a depth of understanding that enhances each area of expertise, creating political scientists and psychologists who can consider data from multiple points of view; computer programmers who have a flair for visual detail; and educators who can clearly and effectively articulate complex theories.

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