<p>Definitely go to Amherst. It's one trillion times better than Bowdoin.
In other words, I got waitlisted at Bowdoin and want your spot. Haha.</p>
<p>Oh yeah, the rivalry thing; good point, SP135. (Good try, ilikenoodles). </p>
<p>I'm definitely going to miss College Confidential when this is all over...</p>
<p>I LOVE BOWDOIN!
But I didn't get into Amherst so I may be biased.
Go to Bowdoin and be my friend.</p>
<p>The thought of the ocean is VERY appealing to me as well. We are heading to Maine for two days this weekend and want to check out Portland as well! Does anyone know if Bowdoin runs any shuttles to Portland, Freeport etc.?</p>
<p>They do, but thats about as much as I know about those.</p>
<p>Both are good schools but I say Amherst.</p>
<p>Academically, Amherst and Bowdoin are two of the best liberal arts colleges. I would say to visit both, and see where you personally fit best.</p>