<p>I turned down Penn for Vassar, and have never regretted it. Mind you, it was 35 yrs ago (and Vassar had just recently gone coed), but Vassar was a better place for the major I chose, it had no required courses (other than within the major) and it had no language requirement (I was sick of languages). I also decided I didn’t want to be in a city, on an urban campus. Now, none of this seems to be particularly relevant in your situation, but Vassar’s Art History Department is world renowned. Can’t speak to Penn’s (thought Isn’t Moore College of Art in Philly?- is it affiliated with Penn??). What kind of teaching does your friend’s d want to do? Elementary, middle HS, College?? Vassar’s training is strong. Has your friend asked Vassar to review their FA award?</p>