Is PC right for me?

Colleges and Universities A-Z Providence College
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<p>Hello, I'm currently a Junior at a public school in Rhode Island. After speaking with admissions I think I have a good shot to get into PC. Additionally, my parents won't let me leave the state or live at school, so I have to live at home, and most schools out of RI such as those in Boston or CT would mean an hour+ commute daily. I don't have the grades for Brown. </p>

<p>I'm looking to major in English, probably Creative Writing. I have heard the English department is quite good from an English teacher who attended PC. However, from what I have read, the rest of the school isn't looking like a good fit. The school is expressly Catholic (owned by friars), and I'm an Atheist. Frankly, I'm not argumentative or outwardly anti- religious, but the mix of religion and school honestly makes me a little bit sick. </p>

<p>I have heard many on campus are republican, traditional, or simply snooty or stuck up. I'm quite liberal, bordering on radical in my politics. I have also heard that DWC is a pain, focusing primarily on the role of Catholicism, and that the credits do not transfer well. Lastly, PC has quite a reputation for heavy drinking on the weekends, and I don't do any partying or drinking, but I will be living off campus. </p>

<p>Overall I'm worried that the college isn't generally a good fit for me, despite the good things I've heard about its English department. If anyone can provide some insight for me, it would be so helpful. </p>

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Providence is a Catholic College. If Drinking is no more than other colleges. It has a super liberal arts program which matches your major. If Catholicism is a deal breaker, why not look at Bryant, URI, Johnson and Wales?

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PC does not sound like a good fit for you. It is definitely a conservative Catholic college.

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They do have a great English program, that’s what my sister majored in there. However they are extremely conservative. There are several classes taught by Friars, so it probably wouldn’t be a good fit if you’re an Atheist. If you could sit in a class while they talk about religion and deal with it, then it’s a good education.