Mills College

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School Description

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Mills is an independent liberal arts college for women with graduate programs for women and men. The College educates students to think critically and communicate responsibly and effectively, to accept the challenges of their creative visions, and to Missionacquire the knowledge and skills necessary to effect thoughtful changes in a global, multicultural society.

Mills encourages openness to experimentation in the context of established academic disciplines. Programs are designed to reflect the importance of global issues, provide an understanding of the natural world, and enhance opportunities for women in their developing roles throughout society. The curriculum combines traditional liberal arts with new educational initiatives that recognize the value of cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity.

Inspired by a teaching philosophy that grows out of its longstanding dedication to women’s education, Mills provides a dynamic learning environment that encourages intellectual exploration. The faculty of nationally and internationally respected scholars and artists is dedicated to developing the strengths of every student, preparing them for lifelong intellectual, personal, and professional growth.

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Mills College

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Mills College is an independent liberal arts college founded in 1852 that offers bachelor's degrees to women and graduate degrees and certificates to women and men. Located in Oakland, California, Mills was the first women's college west of the Rockies. The institution was initially founded in 1852 in Benicia as a young ladies' seminary. In 1865, Susan Tolman Mills and her husband Cyrus Mills bought the school, renamed it Mills College, and then moved it to Oakland a year later. Mills received its charter in 1885 and introduced graduate degrees in 1921.

Mills offers more than 40 undergraduate and 23 graduate degrees and certificate programs. Mills women compete in six intercollegiate sports—cross country, rowing, soccer, swimming, tennis, and volleyball—as members of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III. Mills claims 20,058 alumni.

History

Mills College was initially founded as the Young Ladies Seminary at Benicia in 1852. It was under the leadership of Mary Atkins, a graduate of Oberlin College. In 1866, Susan Tolman Mills, a graduate of Mount Holyoke College (then Mount Holyoke Female Seminary), and her husband Cyrus Mills bought the Young Ladies Seminary renaming it Mills Seminary. In 1871 the school was moved to Oakland, California and the school was incorporated in 1877. The school became Mills College in 1885. In 1890, after serving for decades as principal (under two presidents as well), Susan, herself, finally became the president of the college and held the position for 19 years. Beginning in 1906 the seminary classes were progressively eliminated. In 1921, Mills granted its first master's degrees.

On May 3, 1990, the Trustees announced that they had voted to admit male students. This decision led to a two-week student and staff strike, accompanied by numerous displays of non-violent protests by the students. At one point, nearly 300 students blockaded the administrative offices and boycotted classes. On May 18, the Trustees met again to reconsider the decision, leading finally to a reversal of the vote.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Southwest
Setting:
Large City Setting
Type:
Private
Size:
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Cyclones

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
735
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
99%
Athletic Programs:
Unavailable
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 29,990
Students Receiving Aid:
97%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 40
Selectivity:
Selective
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Students

General
Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 99%
Part-Time 1%
Men vs. Women
Women 100%
Men 0%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 48%
Other 25%
African-American 10%
Asian 9%
Hispanic 8%
Geography
In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 65%
Out-of-State 35%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
California 65%
Oregon 5%
Washington 4%
Minnesota 2%
Illinois 2%
Percent of Students International: 4%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 38%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: Yes
Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Published Tuition and Fees:
$ 29,990    
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 27,750    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 2,240    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 3,773 33%  
State and Local Grants:
$ 8,936 34%  
Institutional Grants:
$ 11,181 97%  
Student Loans:
$ 4,279 68%  
Any Aid:
  97%  

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate: 77% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 92%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 520, Math: 490
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 660, Math: 600

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 40.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Recommended
High School GPA: Recommended
High School Rank: Recommended
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

Degree Programs at Mills College

Bachelor's Level Majors

College Advice

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okay, so i got this huge $18,000 scholarship from Mills College, a women's college. I am interested in going there, it seems it will be very libertating. USF on the otherhand, was orginally my first choice, but now i'm uncertain. I did however, receive my financial package from USF which will be approx $38,000 for the 2007-2008 year including stafford loans. That's pretty huge since the whole cost is $45,000. Anyway I havent received my financial package from Mills yet and i'm waiting on that. Plus the cost of going there is $47,000! That's alot of money. If you were in my situation, which college would you chose. Feel free to do some research yourself at www.mills.edu www.usfca.edu thanks I will be a biology major.
20 months ago
Best Answer
Honestly, I have the same problem as you. I can't decide whether to go to Mills, Saint Mary's, or UC Davis. In my opinion, i would probably go to Mills instead just because it's smaller and you can get more attention that way. Plus, it's in the Oakland hills, making it close to Berekely and San Francisco. I'm still waiting for my financial package as well. I guess for me the decision will all depend on how much money they offer me. You might also want to consider if you're okay with going to an all-women's college. i know i am, but it isn't for all people. Good luck!

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  • Built in 1871, Mills Hall originally housed the entire College.
    Built in 1871, Mills Hall originally housed the entire College. [source]
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    Toyon Meadow [source]
  • Richards Road.
    Richards Road. [source]

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