Student Perspective at Bowdoin--from USAFA student

<p>Hey all-
It might seem a bit odd, but as a senior at the Air Force Academy I have to do a presentation on your college. The info I’m seeking is not any different from the questions any potential student might ask-that is to say any replies ought to be helpful to more than just myself. I have ten questions so I will fire away, please answer as many as you would like. Thanks in advance!

  1. What are the core curriculum requirements at Bowdoin like? Too much, too little, very flexible…
  2. As far as financial aid goes, is it sufficient, easily attainable, or overlyhyped by the university?
  3. How are the teachers? Approachable, knowledgeable, differs by department?
  4. Is there any structure to how student housing works? First come first serve, by major…etc…
  5. Is there a competitive environment at Bowdoin or is it permeated by a sort of teamwork?
  6. Does school pride exist at Bowdoin? If so, why and what is it rooted in?
  7. What is unique to Bowdoin and the surrounding areas?
  8. What aspects of the education experience does Bowdoin try to sell to students? Which do they succeed in and which to they overly hype?
  9. What was your personal draw to attend Bowdoin?
  10. Anything else notable?</p>