Occidental College

Occidental College (a.k.a.: OXY) is a prestigious small private liberal arts college in the U.S. Founded in 1887 and located in Los Angeles, California, Occidental College is known for its high standards and highly innovative programs of study, which has led to its being appreciated by prestigious media outlets, such as Newsweek, The Washington Post, and Time Magazine. Occidental College was ranked 44th in the 2015 U.S. News list of America's liberal arts colleges.