Hey all, I lean heavily left politically and am looking for colleges that align with my values. What are some of the most liberal universities to look into?
Hello there! It's always important to match your personal values and beliefs with the school culture to ensure you'll be comfortable and thrive. When you say you're looking for "liberal" universities, I assume you're referring to schools that have a student body which leans to the political left.
Starting off on the East Coast, you might want to look into Oberlin College in Ohio and Wesleyan University in Connecticut. Both schools are known for having progressive student bodies.
In the Northeast, Brown University (Rhode Island) and Vassar College (New York) are often cited for having liberal student body populations.
On the West Coast, evergreen University of California, Berkeley and University of California, Santa Cruz have reputations for being politically liberal. Oregon's Reed College is another school that's known for its liberal atmosphere.
Finally, in the Midwest, Grinnell College in Iowa has a famously liberal student body.
Remember that the political leanings of these schools are generalizations and there will be a diversity of political opinions anywhere you go. Additionally, keep in mind that politics should be just one factor in your college decision-making process. Factor in other elements like academics, location, size of the institution, and financial considerations. Best of luck in your college search!
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