Okay, let's face it, if you're planning on going to a liberal arts college, you might have to explain two things. First, you're going to have to explain what that is, and second, what you plan on doing with that degree. Liberal arts colleges have a lot to offer their students, though, and here is just a short list.

1. Small classes

So, you might not be able to hide from your professor at a liberal arts college, but this just means that you have a go-to person who actually cares.

2. Critical thinking

The professors at liberal arts colleges care about your opinion. Most classes are not taught in a top-down lecture style because what you have to say as a student matters. Because of this, students are encouraged to develop not only their mode of formulating opinions, but the way they present their arguments to other people.

3. Most of the schools are basically Hogwarts

I don't know what it is about liberal arts colleges and gothic architecture, but just walking up the stairs makes me feel like they might change on me.

4. Small Community

Just like with the professors, you can't hide from your fellow students. You will have three classes with the same person. You will forget what their name is even though you spend most of your day with them.

5. You become a jack of all trades

Liberal arts colleges tend to focus on allowing students to take courses in multiple disciplines. This means that there is tons of flexibility and you tend to pick up on a lot of things that you might not have at a larger university.

6. You are prepared for the work force

Because liberal arts students spend most of their time writing papers and speaking up in class, they are already being trained in great tactics for being a great member of a team.

7. The focus isn't on building workers

A liberal arts education might prepare you to work, but that isn't the point. Liberal arts colleges focus on learning for learning's sake.

8. Since no one has heard of our school, everything is an inside joke

What even is a Rhodes College?

9. Student opinions matter

The thoughts of the students attending school at a liberal arts college really matter to the faculty and staff. Students have a voice and they aren't afraid to make the school a better place.

10. You feel like you count

There's something comforting in knowing many of the students at your school. In having a professor call your name before you've ever introduced yourself to them. In having the cafeteria staff already have your plate ready because they know your order. Liberal arts colleges form a tight knit community that are not only supportive but inclusive, as well.