Beyond rankings: The pull of campus culture
Anatomy of a vibe school
Academically respected, but less cutthroat than the Ivies
Socially dynamic, with robust extracurricular life
Located in lifestyle destinations with cultural or climate appeal
Anchored in business, pre-professional, or applied fields
Selective enough to impress, yet not paralyzed by prestige
Free from polarizing controversies that make headlines
Colleges shaping the trend
The broader significance
The scramble for college seats has never been more unforgiving. Acceptance rates at Ivy League and other hyper-selective institutions hover at historic lows, making the admissions process less a meritocratic climb and more a lotte
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