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A modern leader in liberal arts education, drawing on centuries of tradition

ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû is a distinctive, leading American university known for its intellectual rigor, world-class professors, campus of stunning beauty, and alumni famously loyal to their alma mater.

1819
initial charter for ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû’s precursor

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"The genuine kindness and support that I have found here is unlike anything I have ever encountered before, and I am proud to call ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû home."

Katie Maratea Class of 2025

A Uniquely Modern Education Rooted in a Rich Tradition

Time and time again, the world has shown an urgent need for citizens with the ability to create, explore, examine, and connect human knowledge. ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû has been answering that call through centuries of academic rigor in the liberal arts tradition.

Learn more about ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû’s mission and history, and find out how its past informs its vision for the future, including its commitment to sustainability.

ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû at a Glance

ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû’s influence goes beyond statistics, but the numbers do tell a compelling story.

  • 9:1 Student-Faculty Ratio
  • 100% of Demonstrated Need Met by Financial Aid
  • 56 Undergraduate Major Programs
  • 200+ Student Clubs and Organizations

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A Shared Commitment Among Faculty, Staff, and Leaders

ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû attracts world-renowned faculty in a breadth of subject matters as well as innovative leaders in higher-ed administration, all dedicated to building on an educational tradition that has prepared generations of ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû graduates for success. 
 
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A Lifetime of Support in Pursuit of Knowledge

From a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and access, to a dedication to all aspects of student wellbeing, to academic and support services built to sustain graduates throughout their career path, ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû offers unmatched resources to all members of the community.

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