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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]DC (like many) is interested in an academically rigorous, mid-size school with some rah rah and a fun college town.  Northwestern seems to fit the bill, and definitely had the reputation for having smart, balanced kids back in the stone ages when I went to school.  I've heard that the vibe has changed, and it's now much more quirky, intense and less social than it used to be.  We are visiting in a few weeks, but does anyone have a kid who is there and can speak to the current environment?

Thanks![/quote]

My DS accepted last cycle.  Didn't like the "vibe: when he toured. My DS is very outgoing and was heavily involved in athletics in HS.  Attending another school.  The only way to know is for you and your DC to tour for a few days.[/quote]

Curious where he's attending? Was it a good fit?[/quote]

I would rather not say but it's in the Southeast.  It's not that he didn't like anything about Northwestern, he loved being close to the lake (at least in warm weather :).  He just felt a stronger connection with the students and atmosphere at another school.  Like I said, every kid is different and I'm sure there are a lot of students that love it there.  I will add that we are also from the Midwest and he wanted a new adventure, so to speak.  It's also not cheap obviously, so he told us he needed to really really love it :)  But he also knew would have sucked it up and paid either way if he wanted to go there.  Good luck with your decision.  It's obviously a great school.   [/quote]

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