Vassar College

Vassar College is an institution of higher education, granting undergraduate degrees. It is one of the historical Seven Sisters Colleges.MtHolyoke.edu: The Seven Sisters The others are Barnard College, Bryn Mawr College, Mount Holyoke College, Radcliffe College, Smith College and Wellesley College.InfoPlease: The Seven Sisters

Vassar was originally established as a liberal arts college exclusively for women. Art was an integral part of Vassar student life. Founder Matthew Vassar stated that art should stand "boldly forth as an educational force." In 1969, Vassar became co-educational.Vassar Historian: Official Site

Students attending Vassar have opportunities to study abroad for a semester in several countries, including France, Germany, Russia, China, Japan and Mexico.Official Site: About Vassar

On June 7, 2007, Vassar College instituted a need blind policy for admissions.Official Site: Vassar College returns to need blind admissions policy

Vassar College athletes practice in the Walker Field House, which also houses a swimming pool and diving well. The Weinberg Field Sports Pavillion is used for field sports such as hockey and lacrosse.Official Athletic Site: Fitness and Recreation Facilities The school's sports teams are part of the Liberty League athletic conference.

• President: Catharine Bond Hill
  • 2006-present: President
    • 1999-2006: Provost at Williams College
      • 1985-1999: Faculty member of Williams College

• 2008-2009 Vassar College Catalogue
• Vassar College Notable Programs of Study
  • Anthropology
  • Biology
  • Computer Science
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Philosophy
  • Political Science

• Princeton Review: Vassar CollegeWARNING: Free account login required
• These are taken from the official Vassar College website
  • Application
  • Admission Criteria
  • Financial Aid
  • Important Dates
  • International Students
  • Transfer Students

• Official Site: Visit Vassar College

• Official Site: Vassar College Student Life | Residence Halls | Dining
  • Fitness and Recreation Facilities
  • Student Organizations
  • Susan Stein Shiva Theater
  • James W. Palmer Gallery
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