Vassar College

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. When was Vassar College built?1861 by Matthew Vassar
2. How big is Vassar College?Over 1,000 acres, including a 530-acre ecological preserve
3. What is the location?Poughkeepsie, New York, United States
4. What is the original status?Second degree-granting institution for women in the U.S
5. Why was Vassar College special for girls?It was the second college in the United States to give degrees to women. It let girls study advanced subjects like science and art.
6. When did Vassar College start admitting boys and girls together?In 1969 Vassar College became coeducational, welcoming both men and women.

Liberal Arts Education: An academic program emphasizing broad knowledge across disciplines and critical thinking skills.
Arboretum: A botanical garden devoted to trees, often used for scientific study and public display.
Ecological Preserve: An area set aside to protect its natural environment and biodiversity for scientific research and conservation.
Seven Sisters Colleges: A group of historically women's liberal arts colleges in the Northeastern United States.