<p>Hey I recently got accepted into Hamilton and i am wondering if the social outlet there is sufficient for partying and having fun. I know its a "good school," blah blah blah. It has always been on the short list for me, but with no frats, i am wondering if there is a niche for someone who enjoys and embraces "work hard play hard."</p>
<p>any input on this is greatly encouraged and appreciated. Thanks all!</p>
<p>soy, there are frats and apparently they play a big part in the social life of students</p>
<p>ya ya i know the organizations exist, but they have no houses. i understand that. </p>
<p>so you think its all good in this area?</p>
<p>first of all, i would say that there are many LAC with the “work hard, play hard” mentality. Hamilton definitely falls in this category. Not having houses is no indication of how hard they party at Hamilton. It’s a fun place</p>
<p>Every school, even the selective LAC’s, have a group of “study hard, play hard” folks on all the campuses I’ve visited, including Hamilton. Trust me bud, we seek eachother out just like any other group of people.</p>
<p>i didnt get into colgate but got into hamilton and i think im gonna go. when i visited colgate, i had a taste of the frat parties and such and i just was unsure if Hamilton gets down too. </p>
<p>also what about drug use? Is it 420-friendly? Are these fun ppl smokin joints here and there, or is there a real hard drug scene/problem there?</p>
<p>About 50% of Hamilton’s population is involved in frats/sororities, at least from what I can glean from Collegeboard and **************.</p>
<p>I do know that Hamilton gained popularity among “liberal” liberal arts schools by eliminating on-campus housing for its frats and sororities. HOWEVER, most, as I know from talking to people on campus, are still near the school (if down the hill a bit) in similar housing.</p>
<p>So frats and sororities are still very much active.</p>
<p>hues, so there are physical buildings for frats and sororities?</p>
<p>Based on the info at the Hamilton website, I do not think many frats and sororities offer off campus housing. It is my understanding that on average fewer than 50 students a year are granted permission to live off campus.</p>
<p>"As a residential college, Hamilton expects all students to live in College housing and participate in the College Board plan each of their four years. Individuals must be enrolled as full-time students to live in College housing. Students with special circumstances may request to be exempted from this policy. Such requests should be submitted to the director of residential life at least three weeks prior to the beginning of each semester. </p>
<p>Off-Campus Housing Lottery
Students wishing to live off-campus must participate in a separate process, which is offered only to rising seniors. Any permission to live off campus is granted on a yearly basis only. Students are advised not to sign a lease until the College has granted them permission to move off campus during the spring. (See the College Catalogue for additional information concerning fees, pre-registration and leaves of absence.)"</p>
<p>I heard that there is a lot of partying at Hamilton, and also drugs if you are into that…</p>
<p>At Hamilton, there is a prevalence of beer, but no more than what Colgate, Vassar, U of Rochester or other “cold weather” places. It’s a school that likes to have fun but there are other outlets. As for drugs, I think your comment is exaggerated since I have asked that with many sources, and it is remote compared to the other schools. Again - you’re going to a great college to learn, enjoy and meet friends, but not self-destruct.</p>
<p>DD’s close friend just graduated from Hamilton – not a drinker or a druggie. She adored her time there, landed a very good job upon graduation, and yes, I do think Hamilton is a very social place and would a good match for a social person.</p>
<p>This worries me about Hamilton. </p>
<p>in cxxxege Pxxxler Hamilton is last (the worse) with the lowest grade in “Drug Scene” - a “D”…</p>
<p>Is there some truth to this?</p>
<p>if not then someone should have a chat with College Prxxxler to correct it</p>
<p>I don’t think there is much truth to that.</p>
<p>Agree with mythmom. Talk to alums, fellow students and others. you’ll get a much clearer and balanced picture. Many of them will tell you differently. Since you reference College *******, note that Princeton Review 371 Best Colleges notes that this is not a problem at all. If you have any concerns, one need only compare it with other places. And yes, there have been deaths from alcohol content (and even murder) reported at wonderful places as diverse as MIT, Yale, Gettysburg College and California Polytechnic. Thankfully, none from Hamilton. </p>
<p>Why discuss about a small percentage of the student population? If you should be very fortunate to be accepted and decide to come, bring your good values and focus on being a role model. Like all the students contributing back as writers, professionals or grad school attendees.</p>
<p>i dont mind a drug scene at all. </p>
<p>So you think this will be a fun school, you all? I got a bunch of friends at colgate and i dont want to hear their bs about having more fun than me, that’s all. think it’ll be a problem?</p>
<p>Hamilton is a fun school and very friendly in general ---- from students, faculty and administration. But it is also serious college that is considered world-class academically. So you can understand if they don’t implement off of an honor code with some seat belts, you would not have a college that is great standing and respected by both employers and grad schools. </p>
<p>So students know how to enjoy themselves and each other, while nurturing an authentic dedication toward their studies ---- and ultimately find their place of contribution in the world. If that fits you, you’re a fit for the college. If not, perhaps somewhere like UW-Madison fits more what you may have in mind?</p>