Sweet Briar College
About
Nestled on a scenic 2,840-acre campus in the Blue Ridge foothills, Sweet Briar College is a private women’s liberal arts institution best known for its empowering leadership curriculum and nationally renowned equestrian program. Academically, the college stands out for offering one of only two ABET-accredited engineering degrees at a women’s college in the United States, alongside strong programs in environmental science, business, and pre-veterinary studies. The student experience is centered around a close-knit, tradition-rich sisterhood that values hands-on learning, supported by unique campus resources like a working apiary, vineyards, and a 26,000-square-foot agricultural greenhouse.
Wikipedia:Sweet Briar College is a private women's liberal arts college in Sweet Briar, Amherst County, Virginia, United States. It was established in 1901 by Indiana Fletcher Williams in memory of her deceased daughter, Daisy. The college formally opened its doors in 1906 and granted the B.A. degree for the first time in 1910.
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Sweet Briar 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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