ED: Brown vs. Tufts

I’m looking for a small to medium-sized liberal arts university with a strong cognitive science program, an interesting town surrounding it, and a solid collection of music nerds and a cappella groups.

I know that I can find this combination at a number of schools, including both Brown University and Tufts, but my MAIN thing is that I really value a community in which everyone is genuinely passionate about what they’re learning and isn’t afraid to talk about.

Currently having a very tough time choosing between the two schools. I really do love what I know about both schools, but it is definitely nice that Tufts also has ED II. Thoughts?