I’m a Smith alum, class of 2000. It was definitely not all white women then, and the school is even more diverse now. Women come to Smith from all over the world. Northampton and the whole Pioneer Valley is such a great area to live. Art and music are strong at Smith, you won’t suffer there. I looked at Vassar with my daughter last month, and that’s a great school. I did find the lack of a real town adjacent to campus to be a downside, but wouldn’t be a dealbreaker for me. The campuses otherwise feel quite similar to me. Is the cost the same for you? If one is less expensive, go there. You truly can’t go wrong. I love Smith but I’m sure I’d love Vassar too if I had gone there. Congratulations and best wishes to you!
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