<p>Honestly, if your son cares to apply and is accepted, he won’t care what the classrooms look like, there … or anywhere. Does it really matter? Would he not choose to attend because he didn’t see a classroom or a dorm room? </p>
<p>I think it’s more important to look at the general environment. Would he be comfortable on an urban campus? Does the proximity of Boston appeal to him? What about streets filled with people? </p>
<p>On another note, Harvard does not hold anyone’s hand in any fashion. While it’s a great place, I can’t say it’s the most nurturing place. (It is not for the faint hearted!) If your son, or even his family, is looking for that, look elsewhere. Wash U would be a good start. (And I am not saying that unkindly; I am just speaking truthfully.)</p>