<p>I think that the atmosphere and architectural design of a college should be a factor in choosing a college where, after all, you will be living for the next four years. That said, Carleton did not strike me as Harry Potter like in design or feel. I have visited twice and daughter is going there in the fall. I did visit Kenyon and I agree that it has that more brooding, Gothic feel. Carleton is more open and cheery. Kenyon’s dining room is very Potteresque. Alas, as of a year ago, we heard the food was not very good. If you are really interested in a Potter experience, why not college in England?</p>