History of Women's Professional Education

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When did women start entering professional education in larger numbers?

Women began entering professional education in larger numbers in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Which was the first women's college in the United States?

The first women's college in the United States was Mount Holyoke College, founded in 1837.

What role did the Morrill Act of 1862 play in women's education?

The Morrill Act of 1862 helped establish land-grant universities, which eventually opened opportunities for women's education.

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