Warren Wilson College
- Academics

Quality of Teaching Varies Greatly from One Professor to Next, Limited but Unique Course Selection.

Half of the average student's time is spent on academics, while half is spent in work or class all day long. Most students feel so pressed on time and so exhausted at the end of the work day (due to the nature of the mandatory work study program) that it is difficult to get schoolwork done at the end of the day. Many students feel that academic standards are slightly lowered because the work program takes so much of the students' energy. The general education requirements are ususally the least rewarding parts of the curriculum. Thesis research and specialized courses for major requirements are very rewarding. Environmental Studies majors seem to have some of the best professors. "Integrative Studies" program is highly disorganized, so students of this major must be highly self-motivated. The experience that Warren Wilson gives you, in its entirety, is incredible; but the academics could certainly improve. Some professors are amazing and incredibly passionate, while others just need to retire. When you know which professors to take classes with, the academics can be profound and highly stimulating. However, online registration process is very frustrating; it is difficult to get the classes you want until you are a Junior or Senior.

Psychology

I've only started here as a freshman, but I am deeply impressed with our psychology department.

Subpar

The academics seem to really take a backseat to work and service. Many of the courses seem too easy. The studetns are not serious about learning at all. This isn ot the school to come to to be challenged.