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<p>My D is a freshman at W along with fendrock’s D. We visited Wellesley, Smith, Mt H and Bryn Mawr; D’s top choices were W and Bryn Mawr. I agree completely with this observation. There is a real in-your-face sense at Smith and a more conventional sense at W. Whether that is a pro or a con is in the eye of the beholder. Both are, of course, excellent choices, but they do have different vibes.</p>
<p>I don’t personally see the appeal of Northampton; it just strikes me as a hippie enclave like many other hippie enclaves (yawn). But that appeals to many, and who am I to say that they are wrong?</p>