<p>Daughter went to Swat and loved it! It is a very cerebral place and very liberal politically.
The kids were mostly genuinely kind and curious people who were kind of geeky, bookish and accepting. It is eastern, near Philly and not far from NYC or DC. and has a liberal east coast vibe. If you like to study, do not be intimidated. The faculty is there for the students and they take office hours very seriously. These are kids who “grow up” to be phd students and then professors with a fare share of doctors and lawyers. There is also tremendous one on one mentoring if you need it, its a very supportive environment.<br>
Vandy is in the South which has a completely different cultural history and vibe; it is much larger and more frat oriented.</p>