<p>1) You select which dorms you prefer. The choates and the river are predominantly first years. The nicer dorms (Fayerweathers, Mass row, gold coast) are mixed classes. Personally I preferred the social aspects of the choates. I felt I would have plenty of time for nice dorms (and I did.)</p>
<p>2) East Wheelock is a cluster that is much quieter and going to bed that early would be okay. </p>
<p>3) No smoking. The issue you have is you like to smoke but also go to bed early, unfortunately they sort of contradict. The choates and river you will find will be much more condusive to smoking illicits, but wont be nearly as quiet at East Wheelock.</p>
<p>4) After the first year. There are plenty of great off campus houses that have active social scenes. </p>
<p>Honestly Dartmouth housing was great. Most likely you will love it.</p>