Guilford College
About
Located in Greensboro, North Carolina, Guilford College is a historic liberal arts institution best known for its deeply rooted Quaker heritage, which fosters a welcoming community centered on social justice, diversity, and peace. Its strongest academic offerings include highly regarded programs in Environmental Studies—anchored by a 350-acre wooded campus and an active student farm—as well as robust majors in Business, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. The student experience is defined by a collaborative, activist-minded culture where undergraduates benefit from the "Guilford Edge," a distinctive curriculum that emphasizes hands-on, team-based learning and blocks of focused study rather than traditional semester schedules. This unique commitment to ethical leadership and practical problem-solving has earned Guilford national recognition as one of the selective institutions in the book *Colleges That Change Lives*.
Wikipedia:Guilford College is a private liberal arts college in Greensboro, North Carolina. It was founded in 1837 by members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). Guilford has both traditional students and students who attend its Center for Continuing Education (CCE).
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Guilford 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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