Academics

The classes are very hard, and professors expect a lot from you. But, it is not impossible! If you apply yourself and ask for help, you will thrive here at Allegheny!

While it is hard, you will find that you will be passionate about the topics you are learning about. This is because you don't have to take a semester of required generic classes. You get to take classes that interest you right away!

There is a huge support system put in place just to help you! Take advantage of the Learning Commons, they will help you reach your full potential. Whether you have a problem editing a paper, giving a speech, balancing your time at college, or building a strong resume, there are experts to help you!

I was Valedictorian and the science program here, while not impossible, is really making me work for my grades. The classes can be hard, but you will never do anything that seems to be busy work. The hard work that Allegheny requires makes so that you have mastered the material. Allegheny students also have numerous opportunities for research. This is fantastic for applying for grad school!

If I'm going to pay a large sum to attend a private liberal arts college I expect to be pushed and I certainly have been. Some of my classes have been fairly easy while others have made me work for multiple days to obtain a fairly decent grade. It truly depends on what your intended major is when it comes to the size of your workload but I know I will have some very long weeks ahead once I've decided what I want to do with my life.

They claim themselves to be pretty top notch. They're rated number 22 in most rigorous schools if I remember correctly.