TRINITY COLLEGE, DUBLIN

Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut has the look and feel of an old-fashioned New England college, but offers highly progressive academics. Some of Trinity's more innovative programs include one of the first-ever interdisciplinary first-year programs, which allows students to get a comprehensive grounding in liberal arts education. Some of Trinity's 30-plus academic majors are traditional, including such subjects as Classics, Engineering, Math, Philosophy and Political Philosophy. Howev... er, Trinity also offers more innovative degree options such as an interdisciplinary Neuroscience program and numerous interdisciplinary minors. Learning methods are also quite cutting-edge and dynamic and include collaborative research projects between students and faculty. Since classes at Trinity remain small, students benefit from working closely with their professors, who are available beyond the classroom for academic guidance and mentoring. Student life at Trinity includes access to approximately 100 student organizations and over 25 NCAA Division III athletic teams. As a counterpart to their academic study, Trinity students are given access to internships and study abroad opportunities. Admission to Trinity is highly selective, with only approximately 10% of applicants accepted yearly. Requirements for admission don’t only include high grades and test scores, but also evidence of strong character. Comprehensive financial aid offerings are available to eligible students to help cover tuition costs.More