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SUMMIT reinvents a liberal arts education for the 21st century by preparing every student to be an effective change agent in a global society. Guided by a personal board of advisors, every student, regardless of major, designs an individualized course of study and
All Agnes Scott students complete coursework and experiences focused on the acquisition of five essential leadership skills.
Every student completes introductory course work and a faculty-led study tour focused on understanding complex global dynamics.
Students benefit from the expertise of not just one, but four advisors—a SUMMIT Advisor, a Peer Advisor, a Major Advisor and a Career Mentor.
May 10
Baccalaureate Vespers is a worship service that reflects the breadth of faith traditions represented among the graduating class. Families and Friends are invited to attend this special ceremony.
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May 11
Commencement exercises mark the culmination of four years of hard work and dedication to intellectual and personal development.
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One of the best features of living in Georgia is the weather. With an average high of 52°F (11°C) in January and 89°F (32°C) in July, our students enjoy plenty of study time outdoors on our beautiful quad lawn.
The Agnes Scott experience means a lot more than your years on campus. Agnes Scott is just as exciting, inspiring and empowering after graduation, and the connection lasts a lifetime. Here's how to make the most of it.
Agnes Scott is located in the City of Decatur, which boasts a traditional small-town atmosphere--and the sophistication and excitement of a college town--along with all the benefits of living in a major metropolitan area.
The Office of Internship and Career Development inspires, encourages and supports the professional development of every Agnes Scott student by advocating a proactive and reflective approach and employ a strengths-based approach grounded in experiential learning.
Recognized as one of every Scotties’ proudest moments, Ringing the Bell is one of Agnes Scott’s longstanding, valued and heartfelt traditions. Each year, members of the senior class are invited to ring the bell and sign their names in the bell tower when they receive acceptance into graduate/professional school or a job offer.
The Agnes Scott Garden is an organic garden hosted by the Center for Sustainability where students, faculty and staff volunteer to demonstrate how to sustainably raise an organic garden on a small urban scale.
With 34 undergraduate majors and 31 minors, dual-degree programs in computer science, engineering and nursing, plus experiential learning opportunities in the United States. and abroad, what more can an Agnes Scott student expect?
With 34 undergraduate majors and 31 minors, dual-degree programs in computer science, engineering and nursing, plus experiential learning opportunities in the United States. and abroad, what more can an Agnes Scott student expect?
At a time when technology and social forces are changing the world on an almost daily basis, the intellectual flexibility provided by a liberal arts education is essential to success. And an Agnes Scott education offers special advantages. Small classes mean your professors will know your name. More than that, they will recognize your contributions and push you to improve as a thinker, writer and communicator of ideas.
Here's what you need to know.
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69% of the class of 2018 completed an internship
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Over 90% of graduating Scotties do so in four years or less
69%
69% of 2018 job seekers received an offer before graduation
96%
96% of Scotties who applied to graduate school were accepted
Thousands of alumnae, parents and friends of Agnes Scott College have been part of the venerable history of the college, which from its very beginning was dedicated to the highest level of “moral and intellectual training and education.” Everyone who loves Agnes Scott can be a part of the exciting things happening on campus today and the great future the college sees ahead.
