No info on Whitman. But it has a good reputation.
Connecticut College and Colorado College are considered, historically, to be in that group of very desirable, small, very selective liberal arts colleges.
Connecticut College is part of a athletic association known as NESCAC. This is the liberal arts equivalent of the Ivy League imho. Williams Amherst Trinity Middlebury Bates Bowdoin Wesleyan Colby. Connecticut College. There’s a lot of history and prestige in the Northeast US for these schools. They will be mixtures of kids but in very traditional settings. ConnColl has an interesting artsy side and dance culture. It’s a bit different but still a New England Nescac. The will be fairly affluent generally, and very smart kids.
Colorado College is similar in terms of excellent reputation, academics and outcomes. It’s in Colorado so there’s a completely different feel. A bit more laid back and supposedly more partying being had in that environment. There’s more outdoor experiences in the Rockies. Its nearby to the us Air Force academy.
Totally a fit issue. I would spend a lot of time looking at the videos available and perhaps trying to connect with students. Call the admissions office.
Good luck.