<p>My son was in the exact same position (with the same financial offers) last year in trying to decide between Rice and Harvey Mudd. He also was accepted into Cornell but wasn’t very excited about the weather and the size of the school.</p>
<p>While he originally planned on going to Owls Weekend, he ended up going to the Mudd accepted students program. After that, he was convinced that HMC was the school for him.</p>
<p>Now, as he is finished his freshman year, we are convinced that he made the right decision. He absolutely loves the school. He finds the classes challenging, the teachers outstanding and really enjoys the other students as they shares his passion for science and engineering.</p>
<p>I recommend that you go where you will feel most comfortable. I’m sure that you will get an excellent education at both institutions.</p>