Elmira College
About
Located in upstate New York, Elmira College is a historic private liberal arts institution best known for its rich heritage as one of the nation's first colleges for women and its unique stewardship of Mark Twain’s actual octagonal writing study on campus. The college’s strongest academic pathways include its highly regarded nursing program, alongside robust degrees in business, education, and the sciences that emphasize hands-on, pre-professional preparation. On campus, students experience a close-knit, supportive community supported by active Division III athletics and the distinctive "Term III," a flexible six-week spring term reserved exclusively for immersive study, travel courses, or internships.
Wikipedia:Elmira College is a private college in Elmira, New York, United States. Founded as a college for women in 1855, it is the oldest existing college granting degrees to women that were the equivalent of those given to men. Elmira College became coeducational in all of its programs in 1969. In fall 2024, the college has an enrollment of approximately 786 students.
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Elmira 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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