ROSE-HULMAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY( RHIT)
Rose‐Hulman Institute of Technology has established itself as the top-ranked undergraduate engineering college in the U. S. Their campus harmoniously integrates nature and innovation. Rose-Hulman is home to some of the nation ' s best STEM students, faculty, staff, and facilities, with over 2,000 undergraduate and 70 graduate students. Rose-Hulman offers over 25 STEM academic programs with students representing 49 states and territories and 29 countries.
Rose-Hulman visitors can enjoy scenic trails that meander through wooded areas and open spaces, providing a serene environment for reflection and exploration. The campus is located along the National Road Heritage Trail, directly connecting to Hawthorn Park and JI Case Wetlands, offering additional recreational hiking and nature walks. The campus features notable sculptures such as the " Flame of the Millennium " and the " Self-Made Man," symbolizing the institution ' s commitment to progress and self-improvement.
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Ivy Tech Community College is Indiana ' s largest public postsecondary institution and the nation ' s largest individually accredited statewide community college system. Ivy Tech Terre Haute offers nearly 50 programs and five start days a year, so students can study in a way that works for them.
Ivy Tech Community College is adjacent to Ruble Park which provides easy access to 11 miles of scenic hiking trails on Terre Haute ' s south side, where visitors can immerse themselves in the tranquility of grasslands and forests.
SAINT MARY-OF-THE-WOODS COLLEGE( SMWC)
Students can aspire higher at Saint Mary-of-the- Woods College, a Catholic liberal arts college founded in 1840. Rooted in the liberal arts and inspired by a Catholic identity, SMWC offers more than 30 bachelor ' s degree programs on its Indiana campus and 19 online. SMWC has a total undergraduate enrollment of around 900 students, making campus life personalized to individual needs.
SMWC ' s campus sits on 311 acres, steeped in history and serenity. Visitors can walk through the canopyed campus tracing the footsteps of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin while exploring century-old buildings and sacred shrines, including the storied Shell Chapel. The campus features preserved structures, providing a glimpse into the craftsmanship. On the backside of campus, a working farm with horses and alpacas adds to the charm of the area. The serene environment is perfect for contemplating and appreciating the college ' s rich heritage.
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