College Search
Questions to ask at a College Fair
Have you ever walked through a long array and collection of colleges, including the ‘prestigious’ colleges and yet had no idea where to start, what to do and what questions to ask? It happened to the best of us. Let me tell you what – you are at the right doorpost of getting ahead of […]
Read MoreThings I Wish I Knew About the College Application Process
The college application process was a whirlwind of emotions for me. It began with excitement and anticipation as I researched potential schools, imagining my future on different campuses and the opportunities they promised. But as deadlines approached, that excitement often turned into anxiety. There were standardized tests, essays, and endless forms to complete, each adding […]
Read MoreComing to America (International Experience)
I missed my flight! That was the most frustrating traveling experience I had, and the one time I had traveled out of my home country. After about 20 hours of being in the air, I didn’t think my first week of being in the US, and being at Scripps with my jetlagged body could make […]
Read MoreHow to Start the College Search as a First Gen Student
I’ve always known that I would go to college despite having parents without college degrees. This dream of pursuing higher education was an abstract idea with no concrete understanding of what the process would truly entail. My peers could utilize their parents’ college experiences, yet my mom could only offer her support since she was […]
Read MoreHome is Where the (In-N-Out) Heart Is: Why Stay Close to Home?
As a senior in high school, I applied to many East Coast liberal arts colleges. While the initial plan was about chasing academia and experiencing a proper winter, the perks of staying close gradually unfolded, revealing an enjoyable college experience. Having family nearby turned out to be a game-changer. I (mostly) avoided homesickness and didn’t […]
Read MoreAdvice I Wish I Had Before Transferring
First, congratulations on deciding to transfer! The ability to know what you need out of your college experience and choose to make a change is an extraordinary thing! You should be proud of yourself for discovering what is truly best for you. Second of all, wow, the transfer process can be really daunting. Not only […]
Read MoreWhy I Applied Early Decision I
When I was applying to college, I was looking for two main things: I wanted a small school with small class sizes, and I wanted to attend a school where I could compete in track and field. During my spring break junior year in high school, I got to take a tour of Scripps. I […]
Read MoreTips for Navigating the College Process & Why I Chose Scripps
Close your eyes and imagine…HEY! Why aren’t your eyes closed?! Just kidding. Imagine a stressed out teenager fresh out of a virtual junior year, with no idea of what to major in, what career path to follow, or what colleges to apply to. That was me. But now I am here to give you my […]
Read MoreWhy a Women’s College?
Hi there, I’m Scarlette. I’m a junior here at Scripps, majoring in anthropology. I remember feeling like navigating which college was right for me was a daunting task. I spent a lot of time weighing my options: did I want a big or small institution? What major(s) was I interested in, and did the school […]
Read MoreTips for Navigating the College Search Virtually
I still remember the day I first stepped onto Scripps. It was nearly 100 degrees, the sun was shining, and the grass was all green and lush. Campus was flooded with new students, moving boxes, and more. I was carrying all my bags and rolling my duffels, as my parents dragged a moving cart behind […]
Read MoreTips for Navigating Your College Decision
Hello! I am Sam Clark, a junior majoring in Psychology and double minoring in music and Native American and Indigenous Studies. We are coming into the home stretch of college decisions! Depending on where you are in your college decision process, that sentence probably gave you butterflies, made you sweat, or a little of both. […]
Read MoreWhat to do the Summer Before College
Hello all! My name is Rashmi and I’m a sophomore studying economics and politics! The summer before college application can be stressful for many students. It’s a time when you’re trying to balance relaxation and fun with preparing for the future. In this blog, I hope to give you all some tips and tricks to […]
Read MoreGoing to College Out of State
Hello! Deciding whether or not to leave your home state or country for college is a huge decision which I remember so vividly. At this time last year, I was a high school senior in New Jersey who had only applied to one college on the West Coast – Scripps! My other options were all […]
Read MoreWhy I Chose Scripps
Hi again everyone! Today, I wanted to share my journey in finding Scripps and ultimately choosing to make Scripps my second home. I’ll start at the very beginning: the college search process. I’ll be the first to admit that Scripps wasn’t initially on my radar of schools I was interested in attending. Even though I […]
Read MoreWhy Scripps?
After four years at a small all-girls high school, I was certain that I did not want to apply to a women’s college. I worried that I wouldn’t be prepared to assert myself confidently post-grad when navigating male dominated spaces if I attended a women’s college. Feeling empowered through my community was something that I […]
Read MoreThe Application Paradox and How To Navigate It
People often ask me for advice on the application part of the college process, which I think has a complicated answer. The most important thing that you can do is fully communicate yourself, your ideals, and your goals as clearly as possible. Now, this might sound obvious, but it’s much more difficult than it seems. […]
Read MoreWhy Scripps: Transfer Edition!
I transferred to Scripps from the University of Toronto, in my Sophomore year, after a semester off. I liked the U of T, it was big and beautiful. But I realized near the end of my first year, that I had this deep sense of disconnection. I had friends, I did well in school, but […]
Read MoreWhy a Women’s College?
Hi everyone! My name is Jaela (’23), and I’m going to share with you my experience of why I chose a women’s college! It was never my intention to attend a women’s college. I wanted to have the typical movie-like college experience that was co-ed. I had tons of misconceptions about women’s colleges: they were […]
Read MoreA Look Into the Academic Experience at Scripps College
Hello all! My name is Rashmi and I’m a sophomore studying economics and politics! Navigating the college application process is complex and challenging so I hope this blog about the academic experience at Scripps College will be helpful in providing some clarity on your application journey. Before we start, here are some quick facts […]
Read MoreNavigating the College Process and Why Scripps
As a senior in high school, what stood out to me most was the fact that everything was changing. I was reaching the end of a journey at my high school, while also preparing to embark on a new one. It was a tumultuous turning point at which I felt unsure of who I was […]
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