Agnes Scott College
Agnes Scott College is a women’s college based in the metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 1889, this liberal arts college has been providing high quality education for the past hundred years or so. As of fall term 2008, Agnes Scott College has 847 students, making for student to faculty ratio of 9:1, an impressive figure these days.
The college currently offers degree programs for undergraduates, graduates and post-baccalaureate students, and summer school students. There are 33 undergraduate majors on offer, as well as 27 minors. Dual degrees are also possible in specific programs. Some of the majors available at Agnes Scott College are Africana Studies, Art History, Biology, Classical Languages and Literature, Dance, Economics, English, French, German Studies, Neuroscience, Religious Studies, Sociology, and Women’s Studies. Classes are held on campus, with no current option of online programs or online classes. However, students are given the opportunity to expand their horizons through the study abroad program,
The 100-acre wooded college campus is home to several residence halls, many of which are steeped in history. The features and amenities vary depending on the specific residence hall although most of them are furnished and are equipped with wireless Internet. Room and board are also available.
As of the academic year 2009-2010, the cost of study per student is $39,955. This amount includes the tuition and other mandatory fees, room and board, and a student activity fee. The college admissions office accepts online applications, which are free. Interested applicants may also get in touch with admissions counselors for more specific information.
