Muhlenberg has a strong theater program, merit aid and an honors program. I can’t speak for the environment for you though, but in addition to asking here, maybe you can contact students through this link if the school sounds appealing: http://www.muhlenberg.edu/main/campuslife/multicultural/studentclubs/squad/
http://muhlenberg.edu/main/aboutus/finaid/applyingForAid/merit.html