Just to clear up a few things above:
Yes, Haverford has a senior thesis requirement.
Carleton’s tunnels were closed almost 20 years ago. It is very cold in MN but I think is a super college Carleton anyway.
“- want very small classes that emphasize discussion over lecturing? Reed”
^This is pretty much ALL small liberal arts colleges and definitely true of Carleton and Haverford.
“- love craft beer and maybe want to try a joint of weed? Reed”
Ditto on all 3 schools.
My personal opinion: Go to either Haverford or Carleton, both very intellectual with great academics and an intellectual vibe yet very accepting and cooperative student bodies.
Bonus points to Haverford for:
Location - 20 minute commuter train ride into Philly with great dining scene, music venues, world class museums, etc, very easy bus and train access to NYC and Washington, DC, walking distance to stores, restaurants, etc.
Self governing student body, the honor code which instills a huge level of trust between faculty and students, and allows for many self proctored and self scheduled exams.