Deep Springs College: Two-year institution. Isolated desert campus. Combines liberal arts, manual labor, and self-governance. Very small, highly selective.
Olin College of Engineering: Project-based learning. Interdisciplinary curriculum. Entrepreneurial spirit. Focuses on engineering innovation. No academic departments.
Naropa University: Merges Eastern wisdom with Western scholarship. Emphasizes contemplative education. Mindfulness in academic and artistic pursuits.
Evergreen State College: No traditional grades. Interdisciplinary programs. Student-designed study plans. Focus on collaborative, experiential learning.
Minerva Schools at KGI: No campus. Global city residencies. Interactive online classes. Emphasizes critical thinking and global experience.
Bard College at Simon's Rock: Early college program. Accepts students after 10th or 11th grade. Focus on rigorous liberal arts.
College of the Atlantic: One major: Human Ecology. Interdisciplinary study. Environmental focus. Student-driven curriculum with real-world application.
Gaia University: International un-institution. Focuses on ecosocial design. Offers action learning degrees. Prioritizes sustainability and global transformation.
St. John's College: Great Books curriculum. All students read Western classics. Seminars replace lectures. Emphasis on discussion and critical thinking.