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Congrats, Class of 2030!

We’re so glad you applied to Smith, and we’re looking forward to welcoming you to campus for admitted students programming this month. 

In the meantime, celebrate your acceptance and check out some resources and information curated especially for incoming students.

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Reasons to Celebrate Smith

We’re engineering a better world.

“All eyes were on us,” recalls Caitlin Shea Butler ’04, one of the first graduates of Smith’s Picker Engineering Program, which was endowed by Jean Sovatkin Picker ’42 and her husband. Since that inaugural class, the number of Smith alum engineers has grown from 19 to nearly 600. Whether in AI or aerospace, they’re transforming the field—one where women still make up less than 20% of the workforce.

Smith, in the Moment

Stay current with all things Smith. Learn about upcoming events and peruse the news on Smith Today.

Students

‘Put a Bird on It’

Smith College’s birding club offers a roost for students interested in all things ornithological.

  • Students
  • April 6, 2026
A student holds open a book with an illustration of a bird inside.

A Culture of Curiosity

Michelle Lawson ’26

Computer Science major

What’s an accomplishment you’re proud of?
“Building an online community for ‘computer science girlies.’ This project started during my summer undergraduate research fellowship (SURF) in 2023. Inspired by my research and Smith colleagues, I began sharing videos on TikTok to explain computer science concepts. We’ve grown to 60,000 followers on TikTok, 60,000 on Instagram, and 10,000 members in our Discord community.”

Madelyn Halperin ’26

Government and Middle East Studies double major

What does being a Smithie mean to you? 
“Being a Smithie means that I am part of a long history of students who are activists, leaders, forward-thinkers, and change makers. It’s an honor to participate in the unique traditions that Smithies before me have taken part in.”

Daniela Pilier ’26

Quantitative Economics major; Applied Statistics minor; Global Finance concentrator

Favorite thing about Smith?
“A highlight of my Smith experience has been the opportunity to travel through short-term and study abroad programs. Thanks to these opportunities, I’ve been able to visit Greece, Barbados, France, Brazil, and Switzerland. These experiences have broadened my worldview and deepened my appreciation for global perspectives and connections.”

Eleanor Wu ’26

Linguistics major; Translation Studies concentrator

What has financial aid meant to you?
“It means my sky is limitless. Financial aid has opened the door for both me and my family. My family can continue to pursue their own endeavors and business, and I can focus solely on my career and education.”