I will be going to Hamilton next year.
Hamilton impressed me when I didn’t want to be impressed. I started my visit eager to go home so I could commit to Bates, and I left doubting what I thought I was sure about. It was far more diverse than I was expecting and this was striking to me because Bates seemed somewhat homogeneous. Hamilton felt vibrant, whereas Bates felt somewhat temperate and very safe. Nothing against Bates, of course. Bates is and always will be a lovely school, and it was bittersweet to send in my declination.
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this thread and for the kindness and encouragement you’ve offered along the way. I appreciate it.