<p>If cost is not an issue and you want a small, relatively conservative southern school, check out the University of the South (aka Sewanee, in Sewanee TN). The conservative collegeguide.org ranks it #3 on its list of “Top Ten Exceptional Schools”. Its acceptance rate is fairly high (~59%). Its median (25th - 75th percentile) ACT composite range is 26-30. </p>