<p>Its pretty clear where your sentiments lie, since you do a laughably weak job of listing Harvard's strengths. I assume (perhaps incorrectly) that you were at Stanford as an undergrad, since you seem relatively unfamiliar with the advantages of Harvard College. Obviously, if everybody assessed the two schools through your "cardinal-colored" glasses, 3 out of 4 common admits would choose Stanford, rather than the other way around!</p>
<p>That said, I agree that admits choosing between these two schools - or among ANY schools - should visit before deciding.</p>