<p>I'd like to casually scope out some colleges for Zoosersister. Way too early, of course, but just curious because she's so different from Zoosergirl. She is a little bit on the dark side, enjoys horror literature (of the classic variety), and can be very sarcastic. Not quite goth, but going in that direction. Will be doing the IB diploma, nice but not earth-shattering ECs, GPA probably around 3.8 UW, scored 197-ish on the PSAT as a freshman, is a writer for the local newspaper (not school) and plans at this point to study Classics and would like to either become a professor or work in a museum. Possibly will major in literature and write, but definitely will not be math or science.</p>
<p>Wesleyan maybe?</p>
<p>First off, don't call your daughter a weirdo! Different, walks to the beat of a different drummer, but not a weirdo.</p>
<p>It seems her stats will get her into several schools-how about Oberlin?</p>
<p>How about St. Johns (MD & AZ)? Their curriculum is classics, and they seem very cool for the right student. The friend of a friend teaches there & loves it. Other suggestions: Bard or Reed. If she would like a larger campus, I know several "offbeat" kids who go to U of MI and enjoy it very much.</p>
<p>Isn't it strange how different the process is for the individual kids? Kelsbrother is so different from his sister ... the school selection process goes back to square 1, because nothing she looked at is going to be of interest to him. I am actually looking forward to his search (he is just a sophomore) ... it will be more fun than hers, I think. He is not so high strung!!</p>
<p>"How about St. Johns (MD & AZ)?"</p>
<p>She loved St. Johns and it looked like exactly what she wants, but I don't think there is any way we could afford it. By the way, I'm not heartless, she refers to herself as a weirdo. Actually, she signs her name "Satan." But that's a whole 'nother story! Kelsmom, it's wild, isn't it, how different kids can be with the same genetic make-up. I think this one is going to be tough because she is so picky and because hubby's work schedule will mean that we have to have some idea of the potential visiting trips for junior year by January of sophomore year. Not the specific schools, but general areas.</p>
<p>Bryn Mawr. It's not a typical woman's college because of its close relationsip with Haverford. My favorite almost Goth--a friend of my kid's--enjoyed it immensely.</p>
<p>"Bryn Mawr. It's not a typical woman's college because of its close relationsip with Haverford. My favorite almost Goth--a friend of my kid's--enjoyed it immensely."</p>
<p>see this is why I posted the question. I never would have thought of such a thing without the anecdotal information. I can email the profile to ZS and she can look. Much appreciated, all!</p>
<p>LOL, Zoosermom! My son is into death metal ... he even plays in a band that has growling vocals that I just don't get. He isn't goth, but he wears black tshirts most every day ... bands like Mushroomhead, Gwar, and the like. He has a giant afro. And .. he's a great student whose teachers adore him. H & I grin & bear it ... D keeps telling him to get a clue!</p>
<p>Mine is now into the 80s metal hair bands. Thinks Slash hung the moon. Tons of black eyeliner and black clothes. ZG is totally preppy, so at least they can't take each other's clothes. I work very hard at seeming to not notice the more bizarre things that ZS does. Although, the day she wore a white gingham dress with a pink bow in her hair to school, I had to hand it to her for her sense of shock value.</p>
<p>Bard sounds like a possibility -- writing focused, near(ish) to NY and museum internships, plenty of "weirdos." They give merit aid.</p>
<p>Not sure if this is accurate but coming to mind are: Oberlin, Bard, many art schools or schools with strong art programs, Reed, Emerson... I'll post more if I think of any.</p>
<p>Remember, the "goth" thing will likely change before college. I don't think she'd turn preppy like her sister, but very few college students have the almost-goth thing going on, in my experience. It tends to fade over time to a general sarcasm. :)</p>
<p>On the same note, I've heard a few college friends of mine say that they used to be goth/punk/whatever in early high school, and you can't tell at all now.</p>
<p>EDIT: I'd also suggest looking at Drew. This would probably turn out to be a safety, but since finances are a concern, they're usually good about scholarship money. I don't think they're known for goth-like students, but the student body tends to be creative and sometimes a little bit different, if you will.</p>
<p>"EDIT: I'd also suggest looking at Drew. This would probably turn out to be a safety, but since finances are a concern, they're usually good about scholarship money. I don't think they're known for goth-like students, but the student body tends to be creative and sometimes a little bit different, if you will."</p>
<p>Oh good tip. Thank you. I don't think she'll remain goth either, but I do think she'll always be a bit dark and a bit different. She's always had an edge to her.</p>
<p>I'd consider larger, urban universities rather than LACs. Much more diversity in student body.</p>
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<p>I was going to make the same suggestion as Weenie. Wesleyan, Oberlin, Reed would all be good fit if she could get in. But larger unis can better accommodate a wider range of students.
If she'd like to work in a museum, she might want to check out anthropology departments and schools with good museums on campus or nearby.</p>
<p>bard, sarah lawrence, hampshire</p>
<p><a href="http://www.gawker.com%5B/url%5D">www.gawker.com</a>, a nyc 'media' blog, recently had a discussion on "the most annoying liberal arts college" which is basically schools trying to 'out-wierd' one another. she might have fun looking through the posts.
<a href="http://gawker.com/news/top/the-most-annoying-liberal-arts-school-in-the-us-282425.php%5B/url%5D">http://gawker.com/news/top/the-most-annoying-liberal-arts-school-in-the-us-282425.php</a></p>
<p>Lil Sis might try one of the Quaker schools... they tend to have a gentler feel about them and will tolerate whatever "weirdness" she has going on. She'll probably wind up being an engineer and wearing Hilary-type business suits.</p>
<p>I would definitely recommend looking into U of MI. Lots of "edgy" kids around campus! Plus, it is excellent from an academic standpoint. </p>
<p>Most likely, your D will change over time. But I understand about that edge. It's good that you recognize that & want to help her find a place that will make her happy. I know people who try to change their kids (and others' kids!). You are wonderful for allowing her to be herself.</p>
<p>University of Michigan probably has the best anthropology department in the country.</p>
<p>Actually, I was going to mention DePaul in Chicago as a place with a really diverse range of students and an urban edge.</p>
<p>Those are all great ideas. Kelsmom, thank you for the kind words. People are always telling me to rein her in. As if I could!</p>