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<p>No, but the differences are massively overstated, especially if you apply a simple controlling element of courses per capita. Not all courses are available every year and the academic divas tend to shine by their absence and lack of dedication to teaching. A fat catalog does not ensure that famous XYZ will let a student in his class through the luck of the draw. Read Douthat’s book about his Harvard experience. </p>
<p>On the other hand, residential LACs are aiming to graduate everyone in four years with the needed and sought-after higher classes. </p>
<p>The key is the ability to get into the best classes, and the differences are more subtle than the eye meets.</p>