I am highly considering applying to CMC because of the academics however Im not really into partying and I dont drink. Is it true that most social life revolves around this and will it be hard to fit in?
CMC has a very specific academic and social culture. If you’re a good fit for both elements of that, it can be great, but if you’re only a good fit for one element (and especially if you might not be a good fit socially, as it appears), I’d suggest looking elsewhere. There is a lot more drinking/partying that happens at CMC than the admissions office likes to let on.
You will be fine if you don’t drink or party. I know of plenty of great people who are like you, and I’m not into partying either. Socially, you will be fine, but just make sure you choose a dorm where the noise won’t get to you.
CMC is a perfect fit for my son. However, he doesn’t drink so I was concerned because it is a hard drinking school. As it turns out, he is fine. He has a great group of friends and feels no pressure. That having been said, I do notice that he passes on parties with his Ultimate Frisbee teammates, and I suspect it is because they are big partiers.