About two-thirds of Shimer students participate in the weekday program where they enjoy a traditional four-year residential college experience. You will participate in our small classes and then continue the conversation at meals, in the residences, and at on-campus events that include lectures, theatre and music.

The Core Curriculum, which immerses students in the major works, questions, and methods of 2000 years of the Western intellectual tradition, accounts for about two-thirds of the course work. The other third consists of elective courses that go in-depth in a particular field. The study of classic texts, in discussion classes of 12 students or fewer, offers a uniquely rigorous and stimulating four-year liberal arts education.

To receive a catalogue and an application please contact the Admission office today, or you can apply online here.