<p>u probly aren't interested, but if you are mainly concerned with getting into med school, there is a school in texas with over a 90% acceptance rate into med school. it's austin college in sherman texas. I've head it called the "hidden Ivy". I'm really considering it but hte big reason is the assurance of med school and htat the recruiting officer I talked to was really knowledgable and kewl. </p>
<p>they're on Princeton Review's list of 357 best colleges at <a href="http://www.princetonreview.com/college/research/rankings/rankings.asp%5B/url%5D">http://www.princetonreview.com/college/research/rankings/rankings.asp</a> (click on complete list) (though that may not mean much cuz that's kinda a big number) </p>
<p>here's the stuff Princeton review has to say bout them (or technically students from the college)</p>
<p>What Austin C Students Say About...</p>
<p>Student Body
Austin undergrads pride themselves on their independence; writes one, "Individuality itself prospers in this environment, fostering an atmosphere that is considerably accepting and open." Students are "a very diverse crop from many different cultures and backgrounds," including economic: "While it is quite an expensive school, there is so much scholarship [money] that many different economic classes can come here," explains one undergrad. These predominantly pre-professional students are serious about work without getting all pointy-headed about it; as one undergrad put it, "Students here don't exactly ponder the meaning of life, but we have engaging discussions because everyone is pretty much on the same academic level. There's no 'super jock' group or 'super intellectual' group." While "the typical student is a conservative Southerner," particularly from Texas, there are also "many gays and lesbians and they all fit into the social atmosphere fine."</p>
<p>What Austin C Students Say About...</p>
<p>Academics
Austin College, a small liberal arts school an hour north of Dallas, has long been known for its excellent pre-med program. "Most students are pre-med" here, and one in eight proceeds to medical school upon graduation. Biology and chemistry aren't the only star attractions here, however; offering a "high standard of academic integrity in a liberal, laid-back, personal environment," AC excels in all pre-professional areas, leading some boosters to dub it "The 'hidden' Ivy League school of the South." Unlike many Ivies, though, AC offers its students lots of individual attention. Professors "are very helpful and encouraging, and they promote a very casual atmosphere," particularly in the mentoring program, which "helps students get used to the school in their first year, and after that the mentor (an on-campus professor) becomes like a friend that you can talk to about anything, from personal matters to what classes to register for. I have enjoyed every minute of it." Students also praise AC's "holistic" approach to education. "Instead of forcing you to choose a path the first day of school, they make us take many compulsory subjects, which allow us to experience different parts of the spectrum," writes one undergrad. The popular study abroad program can send "AC students to study virtually anywhere in the world. Personally, I went to New Zealand for a semester. It was one of the best things that I have done in my life." Sums up one satisfied student: "This college has all of the perks of a large university within a small, intimate environment."</p>
<p>Campus Life
AC students agree on two things: While hometown Sherman "does not have much to offer," the school "does a pretty good job of finding things for us to do" on campus. "We have movie nights, bowling nights, and lots of performances, some by Austin College students and some brought in," explains one student. An active Greek scene keeps the parties hopping; notes one undergrad, "There are theme parties usually every weekend, so people focus more on costumes than drinking." Students admit, "If our football team wasn't so lame, maybe the student population would be more enthusiastic about being [Kanga]Roos," but add that "the soccer teams are growing in popularity. Intramural sports are always fun to watch, too." Immediately beyond campus, however, the pickings quickly grow slim. As one student put it, "For fun? Ha. Ha. We go to the local Wal-Mart or the deserted mall." Agrees another, "The only problem with AC is the location. The city of Sherman is small and does not have much to offer, but Dallas is only an hour away." Fortunately, "Dallas kicks ass. It has plenty of things to do: museums, clubs, restaurants, etc."</p>
<p>and more at. U may have to register to access some info. </p>
<p>here's the official website though I tihnk it kinda sucks (the flash makes it really slow) <a href="http://www.austincollege.edu/%5B/url%5D">http://www.austincollege.edu/</a></p>