My college is small. Actually about the same size of my high school. We joke that you can't do anything without the whole campus, and even your professors, knowing about it. But all jokes aside, going to a small college was one of the greatest decisions I've made. The intimacy of knowing all of your classmates is comforting and the rewards are amazing!
1. The smiling faces
Instead of constantly getting resting b*tch face while walking to class, going to a small school means being greeted with smiles just walking across campus. Since everyone basically knows everyone, there's no reason not to smile!
2. You'll never be alone in class
Or eating. Or the library, Or anywhere really. And while at times you might think it's weird that no matter where you're walking, you're probably with a friend, knowing people wherever you go is really a blessing. The chances of you walking into a classroom on the first day of the semester where you know no one are slim. It's a refreshing feeling to see friendly and familiar faces during new situations, and going to a small school gives you that community.
3. You will probably be friends with your professors
No joke. People told me before attending my college that you would become close to your professors because the class sizes were so small. But I never expected to eat dinner at my professor's house with the 9 other people in that class. Not only will a small school let you really get to know your professors, but it also makes it much easier to ask questions and get help when you need it.
4. No. Parking. Garages.
This is a perk that I am very passionate about. This past year, I and a friend went to visit someone at a nearby larger university. We had to park in a big garage maybe a mile away. And sometimes they have to walk miles or even take a bus just to get to class. At a small school, feel free to wake up 10 minutes before class starts because it takes hardly any time to walk across campus!
5. The opportunities are endless
Because you're able to get to know the faculty at a small school so well, it's not uncommon to find out about jobs, internships, or volunteer opportunities through your professors. I've gone on trips for a class, learned about mission trip opportunities, and even internships. At a small college, the professors tend to care more about individual students and offer endless opportunities.
6. A tight-knit, supporting community
At my small college, I have friends who easily become family. You all understand what it's like going to a small school, and get to see and live with each other every day! While going to a small school can be different at times, always having a community to talk to and experience things with makes it the best.
