<p>I went to liberal arts college affiliated with a university, which is perhaps the ideal but doesn’t really exist in many places. I don’t know your gender but if you’re female another suggestion is to look at Barnard (where I went), which is a very small LAC that is also very closely connected to Columbia University. I believe there are a few other small schools with such affiliations. </p>
<p>Keep in mind that no matter where you go, you can always change your mind. If you spend a year at the school you choose and realize it’s not for you, you’ll likely have a better idea of what you do want in a college, and while transferring is not exactly ideal, I know many people who have and it is not too difficult a process. </p>
<p>You’ll find the right place!</p>