<p>The OP hasn’t been back to the thread since yesterday. I think people have given a lot of good advice–look for LGBTQ support groups on campus, seek out colleges known for their tolerance, don’t write off an entire region of the country just because of stereotypes, and consider housing that might make some of the potential roommate issues less likely.</p>
<p>If the OP’s son’s top choice is University of Miami, and he is fortunate enough to get in and be able to go, he should feel very comfortable. The student body is liberal and diverse and he’d be close to fun, sophisticated areas such as Coral Gables and Coconut Grove.</p>