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[quote=Anonymous]I agree with others that it's possible that things could get a lot better for OP's kid at her current school. It's not uncommon for a kid to have a rough first semester/year and then find their place their sophomore year. That said, misery is misery, and transferring may be best for her mental well being.

UMB would be my top draft pick, but here are some other schools that bridge both prestige and a more laid-back environment:
(1) UCLA: It's got a top 10 math department as well as this generation's greatest mathematician. It generally has a more laidback vibe but is also a fun school with great school spirit and generally happy students. The campus is its own large island within LA, but, if you need the advantages of urbanity, they are close at hand.
(2) Duke/Dartmouth/Vanderbilt: Of all the other T20 schools, they seems like the most fun and laidback. 
(3) Wesleyan: It seems like the most laidback and fun top LAC, while still having very serious academics. Davidson seems great too. Neither are as rural or isolated as Colgate.
(4) WashU: With the possible exception of its pre-med community, it seems like a friendly, pleasant, and non-competitive place.

*I have no idea about the transfer prospects for any of the foregoing schools.[/quote]

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