<p>W&L is quite small and conservative-ish and will likely be a reach for you with your GPA - it is extremely competitive to get into. Also, it’s kind of in the middle of nowhere. The kids we know that go there love it though. </p>
<p>Elon is about the size you mentioned. My son and I liked our visit there - the campus is lovely with great facilities, and they seem very forward thinking and student-focused in their programming. We were impressed. Their communications dept. is very good. The location, however, is a bit isolated - not much right there, but lots happening on campus and not too far from Greensboro or even Chapel Hill/Raleigh area. Might be worth considering further.</p>
<p>College of Charleston is larger, but not huge (around 10,000 undergrads, I think). It is in a larger setting. And, according to son’s best friend who almost chose to go there, has tons of incredibly beautiful girls (NOT that I think that should be a major factor in your decision). 
This also could be a good fit for you.</p>
<p>If you are not sure about a large university setting and are from Florida, you may want to take a look at UGA. They use a weighted GPA formula (as does Elon, I think) which would help you. They are supposed to have a good journalism program. Athens is an amazing college town with lots of vibe and a great music scene. Out of the 10-12 schools we visited, my son thought the girls at Georgia were most gorgeous (again, shallow and should not play a real role in finding the perfect fit, but I’d be lying if I said he didn’t notice). Actually, even more than that, folks there were quite friendly. I know this suggestion is neither private nor small nor a LAC, but since you mentioned UCSB and seem unsure at this point, it might be good to visit a variety of settings - as you visit, you’ll start to get a feel for what fits you best. </p>
<p>A little smaller (more like W&L in size?) and I don’t much about it, but maybe Rhodes? It sounds like a really cool LAC and is in Memphis so kind of a happening setting. </p>
<p>I hope this helps a little. Good luck with your search.</p>