I have sons at both Swat and Harvard. The Swat student was accepted at Harvard but chose to attend Swat. The academic coursework is rigorous at both schools. The interaction with professors differs. This term the Swat student’s largest class was 14 students. The professors at Swat are focused on and committed to teaching. It’s easy to meet with professors, talk with them, ask questions and develop helpful relationships. Getting to know your professors is more of a challenge at Harvard. Yet, there are great professors and amazing opportunities. Both of my sons are having excellent college experiences. However, the whole atmosphere at each colleges is extremely different.