<p>Hello.</p>
<p>I am a senior (girl) in high school now. I really love the education programs that Sarah Lawrence and Hampshire offer... I am very into writing intensive environments and interdisciplinary study. I want to go into something within the natural sciences; evolutionary biology, herpetology, paleontology, animal cognition.. not sure yet, but something along those lines. </p>
<p>I am 100% aware (or as aware as a non-student could be) about both education programs. I have visited and am/have interviewed at both schools. I do know that Sarah Lawrence isn't the most social school ever -- I am totally ok with that. I live close NYC so I love the location. I also really like Hampshire's campus and the Amherst area from what I've seen.</p>
<p>What, or appears that, Hampshire has over Sarah Lawrence, is the variety of classes. But Sarah Lawrence seems to be more academically rigorous. However, this is from a visitor's POV. </p>
<p>As of this moment, I prefer Sarah Lawrence (I want to go so badly!) Hampshire is my 2nd choice. But I was just wondering if any current or past students could dish out anything regarding their experiences at either of these schools... academically, socially, etc. And also, more importantly, any advice or info on the admissions process for these schools.</p>
<p>Thanks so much!
M</p>
<p>Hey Baberaham,</p>
<p>I’m a first-year at Sarah Lawrence, and I can tell you that if you come here to do science you will get all the personal attention you ever wanted from the science faculty. I’m big on computer science, and have absolutely loved every minute I spend in my compsci class and conference here.</p>
<p>Sarah Lawrence doesn’t have much of a reputation as a socially-oriented school, and in a way that’s true – it’s very possible to Just Do Your Thing and go to class, work at your job, and go straight to bed at the end of the day. But it’s also not too hard to connect with other people around campus. I’ve had no trouble finding people to chill with when I feel like it, and I’ve found that establishing study groups is very easy. Sarah Lawrence students certainly aren’t unfriendly.</p>
<p>Also, the student governments and activities councils definitely try to make sure that there’s an event happening on campus almost every night of the week, for whoever’s interested.</p>
<p>Hope to see you next year!</p>
<p>Aw thanks for the reply… wasn’t sure if I was going to get any! Most people seem to use this website to complain O_o </p>
<p>Sarah Lawrence is like… I dont even know, it means a lot to me, haha! Im applying EDI and I also have an interview this coming weekend. The majority of my application is definitely “SLC worthy”… I love writing and am confident about my essays, my teacher recs, and I even have 2 recs from teachers that I had while in Oxford, UK on an academic summer program… however, my GPA flat out sucks. People have gotten in with a GPA like mine according to college board, but I’m so nervous. I dont even want to post it 
But I KNOW that I will excell if I get into SL.</p>
<p>I’m so glad you told me about the science dept, because I was a bit worried about that… I know they dont have a ton of science classes to offer but Im there for the well-rounded education.</p>
<p>And yes, I was aware of the social situation. But Im pretty introverted (but not antisocial or a hermit, haha) and I think the social life at SL would work really well with me. </p>
<p>Do you by chance have any app or interview tips? Either way, thanks so much :)</p>