<p>Notes from a parent of a Wellesley student. Your assessment is keen. Wellesley College is distinctive academically, architecturally, geographically, and socially. That mix (while good for my D) is not right for everyone. In terms of the caliber and character of the students, my D’s assessment is they are accomplished and incredibly articulate. No complaints about drama queens. Social life? I know she goes to Boston and Cambridge once a week (each) and seems to visit friends at MIT and Brandeis and elsewhere. There is a greater separation of social versus academic activities at Wellesley than probably occurs at a co-ed school. Whether that is good for a particular individual or not is hard to say. Have you stayed overnight at any of the schools?</p>