Situated on a stunning waterfront campus in Saint Petersburg, Florida, Eckerd College is a premier liberal arts institution best known for its world-class programs in Marine Science, Environmental Studies, and Animal Behavior. The student experience is defined by a collaborative, outdoorsy, and relaxed campus culture where undergraduates take full advantage of a private beach and an active waterfront program offering sailing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. What truly sets Eckerd apart is its distinctive Autumn Term, which provides first-year students with a dedicated three-week academic and social transition before Fall classes begin, and its pioneer status as one of the nation's most pet-friendly campuses, complete with pet-friendly residence halls and an annual pet graduation ceremony.
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Eckerd College accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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