@wis75 you also are basing your opinion on the social aspects of campus years ago, and your son’s opinion. I included links of differing opinions as well to show many sides of the campus, so the original poster may come to their own conclusion. I’m not saying it’s an impossibility that this person will not feel socially included. I’m merely stating a common opinion of campus life from what I’ve gathered of people in different social scenes (Engineers, Education, Business, Mathematics, English, partyers vs. non-partyers), beyond my “friends.” Please understand that UW can be a poor fit for some people, and is not this flawless school you seem to be so convinced it is. I stated with the financial aid this student will be receiving, he should attend UW. It is likely he will be exposed to a larger emphasis on partying and athletics at UW and whether he is okay with this is up to him.