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The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Trinity College is 33%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.
What is the stereotype of students at your school?
-rich white kids from new england prep schools
-party school with lots of cocaine
Read all 108 answers Is the stereotype of students at your school accurate?
Like most stereotypes, there is a kernel of truth in each of these, but they fail to accurately represent the reality of Trinity College. While many students hail from their privileged homes in the cities and surrounding suburbs of Boston, Connecticut, New York, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., Trinity students come from 43 states (a vast number are even, dare I say, West Coasters!) and 30 foreign countries. It is true that many students have attended private high schools, perhaps in greater numbers than at other colleges, and that this factor does contribute to the lower levels of racial and ethnic diversity at Trinity. But this truism cannot be held accountable for the perceived uniformity of Trinity students. Diversity at Trinity is multifaceted, taking the form of racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic. More important, perhaps, is that students possess diverse interests, hobbies and aspirations?at this very moment, in a college of just 2,100 students I personally know a world-class organist of all things?and the faculty is just as riveting. The students? relationship with the city of Hartford is admittedly volatile and has room for improvement, but the administration and students make a collective effort to participate in and help to revitalize the city. Trinity?s social scene is fast-paced and fun? weekends are never dull?and much of the activity revolves around, though is not limited to, Greek life. Of all the stereotypes this is perhaps the most accurate?Trinity students are notorious for striking a balance between their studies and partying with unparalleled aptitude.
Read all 107 answers What is your overall opinion of this school?
The best thing about Trinity is its size because this feature permeates every facet of the Trinity education by endowing students with small class sizes, professor accessibility, an intimate social environment, a beautiful and manageable campus and easy access to countless extracurricular and academic opportunities. One thing that I'd change about Trinity is that I think it would benefit from having one common place where students can hang out and advertise campus events and organizations and promote causes, etc. At the present time, Mather Hall is as communal a space as there, and consequently, I think the campus events that do exist suffer a bit from this lack of publicity.
One of the best things about Trinity is the reaction that the school's very mention garners in others. I have found that the school has a very strong identity and a remarkable reputation for turning out successful alumni with a particular knack for the business, financial and commercial industries, however, alumni also hold prominent positions in politics and government, entertainment, medicine, among countless other professions. There certainly is a great deal of school pride at Trinity, and individuals carry that pride with them years after they take their last walk down the beautiful long walk or spend a final afternoon on the expansive main quad, so alumni often seek to hire fellow Trinity grads and most students can at least attest to the fantastic networking opportunities available through Trinity connections.
Read all 104 answers Describe the students at your school.
Preppy alcoholics mostly.
Read all 103 answers What are the academics like at your school?
Academics at Trinity are absolutely stellar. But, like with most life experiences, the amount of effort you put in correlates to the richness of the education you receive in return. There are phenomenal classes in all courses of study-- including those that aren't typically offered at small, Liberal Arts colleges, such as Community Outreach, Urban Engagement and Engineering--but none of the majors are pre-professional. That is to say, the majors are all humanities-based, instead of career-oriented, with the intention of providing all students with a premier Liberal Arts education that is focused on enriching the minds of all students. Requirements are limited; there are just five distribution requirements, one in the Humanities, Arts, Natural Sciences, Numerical Reasoning and the Social Sciences, that each student must complete prior to graduation.
As an English major, I have had the opportunity of working closely with several published authors and poets, and am always able to access professors outside the classroom.
Read all 102 answers What are the most popular student activities/groups?
Frats. Literally that's it. WGRAC is a thing though (women's center) and it should have more of a presence and I am sure there are groups for students of color.
Read all 96 answers What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
Start off by making a geographic decision -- how far away from home am I willing to go? Then decide on what you want to pursue as a major -- if you are undecided, consider liberal arts schools! Your next decision is to choose between a large or small school (size DOES matter -- if you hated / enjoyed high school based on its size, consider those feelings when choosing a college). Apply to as many schools that interest you, BUT if there is one school that is your number one choice, you should absolutely apply early action / decision. There is usually a higher percentage accepted for this applicant pool, so it is will only help you increase your chances of getting in. VISIT the schools you are most interested in and always do an interview if you can. Be sure to follow up visits with thank you cards -- the more interaction you have with a school's admissions team, the better (it shows the school how enthusiastic you are about applying)! Be yourself, do not lie, choose your letters of reccomendation wisely, and spell check everything you submit. Get started as early as you can and try not to let things overwhelm you!
Read all 46 answers Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!
Trinity College is the perfect combination of a study school and a party school. The students are intelligent, work very hard and are usually successful after graduation. At the same time. students know how to balance this hard work with fun on the weekends. It is also a small school (about 2200 students) which allows for a more close knit community.
Read all 38 answers What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?
Lack of funding for small departments. A previous president damaged out endowment, however the new one has been doing a great job rebuilding it! The school is still well mantained but the smaller departments need more money to reach their full potential.
Read all 15 answers What kind of person should attend this school?
The type of person who should attend Trinity is the type who know how to work hard but also how to relax and enjoy themself. Trinity students are intelligent and academically motivated, but are also excited about homecoming football games and school musicals. And though students like to do well, it is not a cut-throat environment.
Read all 11 answers Describe your favorite campus traditions.
My school is best known for its squash team and its party scene.
Read all 10 answers What's unique about your campus?
The library. It is a gorgeous building, and everyone in it is very motivated and driven to succeed. When you're in that environment, it helps inspire you to try hard.
Read all 10 answers What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?
How much of a lack of diversity there really was, and how the large contigency of boarding school kids creates the social atmosphere (lots of drinking, drugs, etc.) There isn't a lot of tolerance for diversity or difference of opinions (in my opinion) and I would have liked to go to a school that was more liberal and open-minded, at least within the student body.
Read all 10 answers What's the most frustrating thing about your school?
The lack of respect for people with different cultures, sexual orientations, races, etc.
Read all 8 answers What kind of person should not attend this school?
Someone who wants to go home every weekend.
Read all 8 answers Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.
Work hard, party hard.
Read all 4 answers What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?
Parties are sick, girls hot, work is plentiful. Party hard, work hard.
Read all 2 answers Tell us about the sports scene on campus.
Trinity Men's Squash team has won 165 matches in a row, en route to 9 consecutive National Titles.
Read all 2 answers What do students complain about most?
If you're a student like me: everything that I have stated. The exclusivity and complete lack of empathy or want to change. If you're a student that loves it: how scary black and brown people in the city of Hartford are.
Read all 2 answers What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?
A lot of preppy assholes. And for the most part this is true. Theres some good people here but they are hard to come by.
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