Can someone tell me what it's like going to a women's college?

Question:

I will be a freshman at Smith this fall. Wasn't my top choice. It was actually a bit of a compramise because my parents struggled with the idea of me going away. I live in NYC, wanted to go away for college to experience freedom, independence. I come from a strict household So, I chose a women's college because I know they'd feel more comfortable and besides they're paying my tuition, so I've got to please them somehow. Being that I come from a strict background, I won't say that I'm a saint but I've never had a relationship with a guy, dated, etc. I have very few guy friends. So the one time where i get to have that freedom to let myself go, I can't because I'm going to a women's college. It feels weird. I know, I know I'll still meet guys but it's just not the same. I'm YOUNG dammit, and I'll be surrounded by estrogen for a good 4 years. I still love my school but I think about this everyday, about guys and all those what if's? Life is so short I feel like I blew it. Can't transfer

Answer:
I graduated from Smith, and I loved it. It's a beautiful campus, and it's a great way to build real relationships with women without the competition. And remember, you can take classes for free at Amherst, UMass, and Hampshire. You can take ALL your classes there if you really want to meet guys. Or you could concentrate on your studies for the next four years without distractions, and know the guys will come later.

You didn't blow it. Smith is a fantastic school. Enjoy it!

I'm sorry that you feel trapped, and that your parents did not give you as many options as you'd like. Now is the time to rise to the occasion and make the best of the situation. Look at it this way: while your choices were limited by your parents, you are very lucky to have parents who will pay for your education.

No college is perfect, and while this may not have been your first choice, you were accepted at a wonderful school with a fabulous reputation. You didn't "blow" it. Many of the top women in government, business, etc. went to women's schools, and they have full lives with families and careers.
While Smith is all-girls, it does not exist in a vacuum, and while dating opportunities may not present themselves as they would at a traditional co-ed college, I'm sure there are ways to have relationships. http://backissues.saqonline.smith.edu/aa...

And while you can't transfer now, if you are truly unhappy (after you've given it an honest, fair chance, of course), perhaps down the road if you're truly miserable, you can work it out to go elsewhere. Good luck.

Here is a great message board where you can air your concerns about a women's college. You'll likely find plenty of support .
http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/foru...

Can someone tell me what it's like going to a women's college?

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