Nurturing, liberal LAC or Univ honors prgm that gives merit aid?

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<p>I’m familiar with Reed (D1 graduates next month):</p>

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<p>more nurturing and cooperative (versus ultra-competitive and cut-throat)
No competition, grades are hidden, no dean’s list, close attention from profs.
more liberal versus conservative
Very liberal.
the possibility of merit aid is important
No merit aid, but 100% of need guaranteed for four years.
major in something like biology/biological sciences/microbiology/neuroscience
Number one in the country for percentage of grads earning a PhD in biology.
minor in something like English
No minors at Reed.
may want to be a doctor or researcher some day
From 1995 through 2008, of applicants with a 3.1 science GPA or better and at least 28 on the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), 84% were admitted to medical schools.
2400 SAT, 36 ACT, ranked 1/~585, 98.8xx gpa uw; ECs and awards revolve around chemistry, math and English/literature/writing.
Would indicate a match for Reed.
open curriculum
Reed has relatively strict and classical degree requirements.
strong English + writing
Yes.
flexibility of switching majors
Perhaps more difficult than average, given need to pass junior quals.
medium to small size
Small, < 1500.
research opportunities
Required, undergrads do it all.
hospital and other health-related volunteer opportunities
OHSU is nearby and utilized.
good pre-med advising
Given the results, assumedly so.
no religious affiliation, little to no Greek life
None of either.
prefer city if possible
Portland is considered one of our best cities.</p>

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