Wesleyan College provides a perfect setting for strong women to bond with their peers -- without breaking the bank trying to pay for it.
Tuition and fees are significantly lower than at some other private colleges for women, like Smith, which costs $38,898 in tuition and fees. What's more, 96% of first-year students receive some form of financial aid, said Rob Franek of the Princeton Review.
Founded nearly 175 years ago, Wesleyan was the first accredited college chartered to offer degrees to women.
Undergrads say the academic load is heavy, but when it's time for a break, there's lots to do. Community service activities are plentiful, and even though there are only 610 students, there are six varsity sports teams, 13 academic honor societies and many clubs and musical groups to choose from. In the spring, students can head to downtown Macon to enjoy the cherry blossom festival.
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