<p>You need to read the info on the websites of the colleges you are interested in. Compare the “flavor” of each to the others- find things you resonate with, dislike. Also see the CC college sites on various schools for more insights.</p>
<p>Have been to Seattle recently, nephew went/is there. Son spent a summer there. The Asian influence is mainly Pacific Rim, not Indian. Liberal area. Rainy many months (winter, not summer, monsoon season and colder than India). For academics- check their CC site.</p>