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Wheaton students are a lot more laid back than you'd think. They're down to earth but highly motivated. Wheaton students are very passionate about their faith and their goals, but yes they are very awkward, especially when it comes to dating.

I think there is a balance between type A personalities and those who are more relaxed and chill. We have a different kind of fun at Wheaton due to the covenant, but it is a more creative kind of fun. Most people are pretty smart. We aren't snooty

For the most part, yes. However, there is an underground party scene which rejects the puritanical way of living forced on students by the administration and board of trustees.

some students are very type A and disciplined, however, most of the misconceptions are the fault of the students who see others as having everything put together

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This stereotype is grossly inaccurate - Wheaton students are some of the nicest, most fun-loving people I know.

The Wheaton bubble only exists on an individual basis, there are a small minority of people on campus that don't realize how bad it can be a few miles down the road. As to the other stereotypes, there a few home-school Hannah's but it is a rarity, a few guys wear flannel and are awkward, but on the whole most are alright. There is a social life, but it is somewhat awkward and very innocent, which is how most of the people here like it.

too some extent, but I wouldn't describe myself as an "A" type personality

To a certain degree, I would say that a large portion of the students are very involved and care a lot about sucess.

Both of these are very false