Nontraditional undergraduate program

College Search & Selection
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<p>Hello,</p>

<p>My name is Carlos and I'm 20 years of age. I graduated high school two years ago and I am now looking for an undergraduate program that caters to adult or nontraditional students like myself. I live in New York City and would like to move to another state or country where I'll be able to dorm on campus. My high school grades are poor (1.5 gpa) but I am fairly smart--I got into the nontraditional programs at NYU as well as Fordham University. They were able to look past my high school grades. I wrote a solid essay explaining my poor performance and my experiences after high school. I have not taken the sat/act, so I need a school that does not require them. I would greatly appreciate any help. Thank you.</p>

<p>Carlos</p>

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<p>Hampshire College in Amherst MA is an alternative style LAC, and does not require standardized testing. The essays are looked at very heavily, and the major admission factors are essays and reccomendations.</p>

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<p>Do you have any preferences?what states?</p>

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<p>I really don't have any preferences. I just need a solid school outside of nyc where I'll be able to dorm.</p>

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<p>Boston University may be a possibility. They have a program that allows entry with weaknesses in your background or unusual preparation.</p>

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<p>Bennington would probably fit the bill, but I am not sure about living on campus as an older student. It's worth a look.</p>

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<p>Hampshire it is!! I’ll be leaving tomorrow!!</p>

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<p>Congrats! You’ll love the college & the Western Massachusetts area. :)</p>