What the Guidebooks say
"The opportunities are endless. ... Connecticut College is committed to empowering students to take charge of their own education; the faculty works to provide students with the necessary tools to implement their ideas."
—Barron's Guide to the Most Competitive Colleges
"The academics are first-rate in almost all departments ... particularly known for interdisciplinary studies, innovative international programs and the natural sciences."
—Unofficial, Unbiased Guide to the 331 Most Interesting Colleges
No. 31 out of the top 50 "Best Value in Private Colleges"
—Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine
"The college is strong in the humanities and renowned for its study abroad programs. "
—Fiske Guide to Colleges 2007
Ranked No. 19 among colleges and universities for best career services/job placement
—Princeton Review
"Connecticut College boasts the rare wonder of a civic-engagement program that is heavily trafficked without being required. ... At Connecticut College, getting involved comes naturally."
—Colleges with a Conscience
"The career center receives solid praise, particularly for the variety of 'internships that focus on community action, international issues, and the environment.' "
—Princeton Review's Best 361 Colleges
"Connecticut College provides a safe environment for its close-knit student community while stressing the importance of its honor code, strong academic program, and lively social life. ... The campus is praised as 'beautiful, especially when you can overlook Long Island Sound and the Thames.' "
—Insider's Guide to the Colleges
"Conn College fosters strong student/faculty bonds and takes pride in its ability to challenge - and trust - students, both in and out of the classroom."
—Fiske Guide to Colleges 2007
Connecticut College "has a long tradition of teaching students how to effect social and environmental change."
—Making a Difference College and Graduate Guide (8th Edition)
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