<p>Now back to the original topic. </p>
<p>I picked Wake for the very qualities you worry about. I attend a small private international school and for me the small classes and personal attention have meant everything. I have absolutely excelled in this environment. It is wonderful to personally know your teachers and have them know not just your name but personal things about you. </p>
<p>My older brother attended Wake, he graduated in 2003. He had come from a large Catholic school in Pennsylvania and I guess had not really had exposure to such an education environment. He loved it. He loved his freshman seminar. He got to know his professors very well. When we went to visit him one of his professors invited all of us over to his house for barbeque and swimming. You’d never get that at a larger less personal university. It was great for him to have small classes. You really have a chance to have a more personal experience, ask questions and have your voice and opinions heard. It’s also a good chance to get to know your peers better- since there are less of them. </p>
<p>I couldn’t imagine going to a larger school. When I looked at colleges I set my limit at 5000 undergrad and went from there. I’d say go visit Wake and see what you think. It all comes down to your opinion of the environment.</p>