Admissions

-Visit! That's definitely the best way to get an idea for yourself.
-If you can't make a personal visit then check out their website and scholarship calculator.
-Take advantage of all the awesome opportunities like J-terms and such. Every student I talked to considered it a highlight of their college career.

No matter where you go to college, take advantage of all of the great opportunities your school offers. Get to know the faculty and staff. Find people with similar interests. Join and/or make a club or organization. Give back. And definitely try new things, step outside your comfort zone, meet new people, study hard, and have fun!

- Arrive to class early or on time, do not be late.
- School first and socializing later, partying may be fun, but grades are most important.
- If you need help, seek it, do not be afraid to ask for help.
- Do not judge a book by its cover, Hartwick may seem large with a lot of hills, but that is very easy to get used to once you know your way around, visit your colleges first, you will know what is right for you :)
- Never change who you are for other people, if they cannot accept you for who you are, then it really is not worth your time, this goes for ANY campus!
- Stay on top of your work, but also do not forget to have some fun once in a while!

Be honest and make all needs known so that they can do their best to help you with what you might need.

Unless you have a good vehicle for the snow, don't bring your car up. It isn't worth it, plus finding a good parking space is annoying.

If you are considering applying to Hartwick, you have to realize that because this is a private college the classes are difficult and you need to develop good study habits. You really have to learn good time management skills and study skills. Try not to be too studious and have fun! College is about discovering who you are as a person and it is okay to struggle your first year, it is expected.