<p>I'm wondering what the dating life is like for non-traditional students (aged 25 - 35, let's say) at small liberal arts schools. I'm very interested in Smith, but concerned about limiting my dating options at this important time of my life. I'm interested in getting married and creating life in the next few years. I'm heterosexual, btw.</p>
<p>Are there lots of 18-22 year olds but no one for us? What do people our age do for a living if they live in, for example, the five-college Northhampton area, other than teach liberal arts students?</p>
<p>(cross-posted)</p>
<p>you could always lie about your age</p>
<p>Yes, because that is the recipe to a long lasting and meaningful relationship <em>rolls eyes</em></p>
<p>^ sometimes you've gots to do what you've gots to do sucka</p>
<p>Well, the Northampton/Amherst area is pretty open w/ a lot of social activities available, so if the campus options are limited you can always look outside. I know that Smith and Mt. Holyoke both accept a fair number of non-traditional students (I can't remember the name of the program), so at least there will be other people who you can form some kind of a connection with in that respect, even if they're all women.</p>
<p>why does dating matter, i thought the whole point of going to university was to be educated.. shows how much i know <em>shurgs Shoulders</em> But, i think if the school you go to has a decent area, you'll find someone outside of the school, or graduate students who are about your age. I am sure there are other non-traditional students of the opp. sex at your school. :)</p>
<p>Thanks for your suggestions, everyone. :)</p>