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2022 Best Liberal Arts Colleges in Wisconsin

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  1. Lawrence University

    • 4 Year
    • APPLETON, WI
    • 701 reviews
    #1 Best Liberal Arts Colleges in Wisconsin

    Alum: Lawrence was a fantastic experience for me. It has the full liberal arts experience, with great integration and collaboration among different departments (especially the conservatory which offers its own bachelor's degree in music) as well as student organizations and community interactions. Professors are approachable and love interacting with students (all undergrads) and offer tons of flexibility for students to choose or create independent study courses. The campus is beautiful. Students are motivated, engaged, creative, and passionate. I graduated in 2012 and the things I learned at Lawrence - technical skills in linguistics and Arabic and music, social skills and networking, ways to think outside the box and take initiative - have served me very well over the past near-decade!
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    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 62% Acceptance Rate
    • $26,162 Net Price
    • 1200-1430 SAT Range
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  2. St. Norbert College

    • 4 Year
    • DE PERE, WI
    • 699 reviews
    #2 Best Liberal Arts Colleges in Wisconsin

    Sophomore: It is honestly a great school. Everyone, especially the staff, is super friendly, and the campus is beautiful! Food is good compared to what I hear from other schools. The only downside I have had at SNC is housing. The housing is old, and hard to get into the nice ones. Other than that, it is a great college experience full of amazing professors, and a beautiful environment!
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    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 80% Acceptance Rate
    • $26,540 Net Price
    • 1000-1300 SAT Range
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  3. Beloit College

    • 4 Year
    • BELOIT, WI
    • 569 reviews
    #3 Best Liberal Arts Colleges in Wisconsin

    Senior: I have had a great experience at Beloit College. The professors are so passionate and involved in campus life, and the campus itself is beautiful. In every season the campus is perfect and walkable - it's about a 10 minute walk end to end and the green spaces are fantastic. When it's nice out students use the green spaces to play soccer, picnic, do homework, and hang out with friends. There's an incredibly friendly atmosphere on campus and I feel so lucky to be a part of the community here. There is no where else I would rather be!
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    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 62% Acceptance Rate
    • $24,493 Net Price
    • 1080-1380 SAT Range
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  4. Northland College

    • 4 Year
    • ASHLAND, WI
    • 270 reviews
    #4 Best Liberal Arts Colleges in Wisconsin

    Alum: Northland is an amazing little school on the Big Lake. Full of passionate people and interesting programs that help students learn how to think critically and make the world better!
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    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 67% Acceptance Rate
    • $19,822 Net Price
    • 980-1105 SAT Range
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  5. University of Wisconsin - Parkside

    • 4 Year
    • KENOSHA, WI
    • 521 reviews

    Freshman: I have just begun at UW-Parkside but I couldn’t be more thrilled! I live on campus and love all the activities! My classes are interesting and engaging and I’m taught by professors rather than TAs. My classes are small enough to have discussions and debates rather than just listening to a boring lecture. So far, I couldn’t ask for anything more!
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    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 66% Acceptance Rate
    • $10,154 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
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  6. Carthage College

    • 4 Year
    • KENOSHA, WI
    • 1,137 reviews

    Junior: Carthage ended up being my home away from home for sure. Being on campus feels like it's own little world. I met my bestfriends through attending Carthage College and I wouldn't change my decision to attend this college! The lake is the main attraction for sure, the morning sunrises are a sight to see. When living in the dorms, you tend to get very close to your hall mates. That is actually how I met my best friend. People are very kind even if you don't know them. The staff is wonderful as well. very eager to help. The professors and staff members know their students unlike most colleges where the student is just a name and number.
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    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 68% Acceptance Rate
    • $28,165 Net Price
    • 1000-1220 SAT Range
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  7. Ripon College

    • 4 Year
    • RIPON, WI
    • 528 reviews

    Junior: The unique curriculum design with dedicated faculty, diversity, fellowship, and leadership made the choice an easy one to make. I am thankful that I chose to attend Ripon College! I know my education will prepare me for what lies ahead. And the skills both on the soccer field and off, I know I can transfer my leadership skills to a successful career after graduation!
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    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 70% Acceptance Rate
    • $22,830 Net Price
    • 990-1220 SAT Range
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    Ferrum College

    • 4 Year
    • FERRUM, VA
    • 359 reviews

    Sophomore: Ferrum College is a excellent, small town school. It is simply & beautifully laid out and helps students feel less intimidated. They say great things come in small packages. Ferrum may be small, but it is packed full of great educators/education, people and activities. They offer a wide range of classes to meet the needs of your major/minor. The activities, including athletics, also comes in good varieties. Ferrum always makes sure that students are involved and included as much as possible. That also pertains to commuters as well. They do a great job of connecting everyone and making the experience of college warm & welcoming. Who wouldn't love great people and a beautiful campus. Ferrum College equips students with a great foundation for the future. From education to personal life, it sets them up for success.
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    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 73% Acceptance Rate
    • $23,010 Net Price
    • 860-1060 SAT Range
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