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I chose Heidelberg because it was the only school that allowed me to pursue both a degree in theatre and (pre)medicine while playing college soccer at the time. I majored in Biology and Musical Theatre because I had such an intense passion for both and didn’t want to have to choose. They both provide me with so much joy and purpose. A major

I chose Heidelberg because of all the amazing people who welcomed me into this community. I majored in Business Administration and Accounting because I was inspired by my family who work in these areas. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was being away from my home in Maryland but I handled it by surrounding myself with a great

I chose Heidelberg because it instantly felt like a home away from home. I majored in Political Science and English because these subjects allow me to learn about other cultures and prompt me to work to answer some of life's most difficult and fundamental questions. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was imposter syndrome! I

I chose Heidelberg because I loved the atmosphere of the campus when I visited my junior year of high school. I majored in Health Science because I found anatomy and science classes interesting and I wanted to become an athletic trainer after spending a lot of time with one in high school. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was

I chose Heidelberg because it felt like home. I know that sounds cliché, but it’s true. The people here were so welcoming when I came on my first visit. They made me feel like I belonged here on campus. I visited multiple times before I decided that I wanted to go here. Each time I came to campus, I could picture myself thriving in this environment

I chose Heidelberg because I loved the family and home atmosphere it had. As soon as I stepped foot on campus I knew this would be the place I would want to spend the next four years of my life. I majored in Music Education because I want to inspire students with music. The arts are a place where students really find out who they are and I want to

I chose Heidelberg because of soccer and the close community. I majored in Criminology and Psychology because I wanted to use psychology to make the law enforcement field better some day. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was trying to figure out my next steps after graduation and I handled it by talking with my professors who

I chose Heidelberg because it felt like home and could offer me a ton of opportunities.

I majored in English Writing. I had a lot of good ideas for the field. I was originally into Philosophy, but I transitioned because Professor Bill Reyer (who is now enjoying retirement) met up with me every other Thursday, and we wrote poetry together.

I chose Heidelberg because the faculty automatically made me feel at home. The first professor I met on campus was Dr. Marc O'Reilly. Not only did he prioritize me as a person and my personal goals, but had remembered me from a tour I completed almost a year prior. This is actually a really long story. I entered majoring in Political Science

I chose Heidelberg because I liked the close community feel Heidelberg offered. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming on my visits.

I chose Heidelberg because it was close to home and because of the wonderful support from my high school choir director and the choral director here, Dr. Greg Ramsdell.

I chose Heidelberg because it felt like home from the first moment I stepped on campus. I was taken by the beauty of the buildings and the kindness of everyone.

I chose Heidelberg because I felt at home as soon as I arrived on campus. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming, which really helped me feel like I could succeed here.

I chose Heidelberg because of the Heidelberg ‘Hi’ and the close-knit community as well as the opportunities it has to offer.

A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was getting over some mental hurdles that we’re holding me back and I handled it by praying and talking to someone when I needed help. Above all, Heidelberg prepared me to be able to handle any situation.

I chose Heidelberg because of the small campus feel. I really appreciated the personal connections made with faculty and staff.

I majored in Early Childhood Education and Intervention Specialist because I've always wanted to work with kids and seeing them learn and develop over time is one of the greatest things to witness.

I remember coming to Music Preview Day, touring the beautiful campus, and then seeing the Concert Choir perform and thinking, “THIS is where I want to be.” Later on in high school I applied and auditioned at four other schools, but in the back of my mind, I always knew that Heidelberg would be my home.

I chose Heidelberg because I wanted to continue my football career and I found that this campus and community had a personable atmosphere that very few other places possessed.