<p>Hello! I am a senior in high school and am considering applying to New College; however, I have some legitimate concerns that I hope those familiar with the school will address. </p>
<p>I will start out by explaining what attracts me to New College--I love its academic structure. I place a high value on growing intellectually, and as such, I feel drawn toward New College. I find the fact that I could pursue my own interests under the direction of excellent faculty very compelling, and I also like the concept of narrative evaluations. In other words, New College is, in my eyes, wonderful in terms of academics.</p>
<p>What I am seriously concerned about is how I would fit in socially, and this is where I hope I will receive comments. I have been reading quite a bit about New College students' "weirdness" (please understand that I am by no means intending to make fun of any students but am simply trying to express my concerns). In sum, I don't feel I would fit well into a place where the motto is "There is more to running a starship than answering a bunch of damn fool questions."</p>
<p>My biggest concern, however, is where my worldview puts me. I am very conservative politically, and I am a staunch Christian (I am considering studying theology). It would follow, then, that I would feel out of place somewhere which, according to what I have read, is a "drug haven," "25% queer," "overwhelmingly liberal," etc. </p>
<p>Once again, I am not trying to bash any students but am just trying to get across the point that I would feel uncomfortable in a place where the above things are predominant. So, what I am really hoping to achieve is a response regarding New College's student body. Is what I have read exaggerating? If not, in your opinion, although I love the school's academic philosophy, would it definitely be a wrong choice due to social reasons?</p>
<p>Thanks for reading! I look forward to any comments you are willing to provide.</p>