1. Hamilton College

    • 4 Year
    • Clinton, NY
    • 461 reviews
    #53 Best Colleges in America

    Senior: Hamilton is the best thing that ever happened to me. The cost of attendance ended up being comparable to the highest rated state school I was considering and the quality of education has been incredible. Every class I am amazed by how much professors can accomplish, challenging students to consider questions about their understanding and tailoring work to their learning. There's always parties on the weekend ranging from house concerts to greek life mixers, though if you're looking for a traditional party school Hamilton likely isn't the place for you. I sometimes wish the administration was a bit more responsive to concerns of the student body, especially when it comes to issue of access and race. Unfortunately it's also not easy to be physically handicapped at Hamilton, as few dorms and academic spaces are tailored for disabled students.
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    • A+
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    • 21% Acceptance Rate
    • $27,809 Net Price
    • 1350-1510 SAT Range
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  2. William & Mary

    • 4 Year
    • Williamsburg, VA
    • 1,497 reviews
    #54 Best Colleges in America

    Junior: William & Mary is an amazing school, and I feel so lucky to be surrounded by so many wonderful peers, professors, and others who have made my experience so great. For people that don't want to go to very big school but also don't want to feel like everyone knows everyone, it's a great size. Additionally, it's a school with a very active student body that is both very caring and involved in trying to constantly better the W&M community. If you are someone who cares a lot about learning but also wants to make some amazing friends and live in an area with a lot of really interesting history, I definitely suggest looking into studying here! One of my favorite things about W&M is how many student groups, of all different types and sizes, exist on campus; I really do think that there's something for everyone. Furthermore, the vast majority of my professors have been fantastic and extremely dedicated to helping students succeed in their courses.
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    • A+
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    • 37% Acceptance Rate
    • $15,622 Net Price
    • 1310-1490 SAT Range
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