2012-2013 - Sweet Briar College

Fifth-Year Plan — Any alumna of Sweet Briar is eligible to enroll for a fifth year of study at the
undergraduate level. Some alumnae use this opportunity to take additional course work to help prepare
for graduate or professional study. Alumnae who wish to pursue this opportunity will receive a discount
of $7,500 off tuition, and will be charged the standard rate for room and board. The student may live on
campus if housing is available, and may purchase the College meal plan. Applications may be obtained
from the Office of the Dean. This offer does not apply to the graduate program in education.
Students with Disabilities
Sweet Briar College complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans
with Disabilities Act and accepts students with documented disabilities who can successfully pursue the
College’s academic program. Sweet Briar recognizes its responsibility to provide individuals with
disabilities with equivalent access while maintaining the standards that are essential to the academic
program. Reasonable accommodations are assessed and made on an individual basis.
Admission to Sweet Briar College is based on the requirements outlined in this catalog. Sweet Briar
does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admissions process. If an applicant believes that
an accommodated admission review is warranted, the applicant must initiate the process (by law, the
Admissions Office can not address a disability unless the applicant is self identified). The applicant
must submit a written request for an accommodated admissions review to the Dean of Admissions and
enclose with that request the appropriate documentation. The request will be evaluated by the Dean of
the College or other college official as appropriate, who will forward a recommendation to the Dean of
Admissions for inclusion in the admissions review process.
Alumnae Admissions Representatives
Many Sweet Briar alumnae across the country, who serve as Alumnae Admissions Representatives
(AARs), stand ready to answer any questions prospective students may have about the College. In
addition, AARs are trained to conduct interviews in their local area if students are unable to arrange a
visit to the campus.
Admissions
Admissions
Sweet Briar College welcomes applications for admission from students of varied backgrounds, talents,
interests, and experience who want to pursue an education in the liberal arts and sciences. The
Admissions Committee selects applicants who present evidence of a strong academic foundation,
scholastic ability and motivation, and strength of character.
Campus Visits
Prospective students are encouraged to visit the College for interviews and campus tours at any time
during the year. While the College is in session, class visitation, appointments with faculty members
and coaches, tours of campus, and an overnight stay in a residence hall with a current student may be