<p>Does anyone have any insights as to the relative strengths and weaknesses of Carleton and Whitman?</p>
<p>I am looking for the best combination of academic rigor, discussion-based classes and engaged and satisfied group of students for the best overall LAC experience. In particular:</p>
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<li>Is Whitman up to Carleton academically?</li>
<li>Is Carleton too academically intense to allow participation in sports and other extracurricular activities?</li>
<li>At both schools, how is the support from the college in seeking internships, graduate school and post-graduate employment?</li>
<li>Are the students at both schools happy with their decisions to attend?</li>
<li>To the extent generalizations can be made, are there any significant differences in the characteristics of the students?</li>
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<p>I really like both schools and, like many of us this weekend, the time has come to decided where I'm going next year, so any thoughts are appreciated.</p>