<p>Hi everyone,
For me, Brown University is a dream school not only for its insightful academics but also for its atmosphere. However, considering how hard it is to get into the school, I wanted suggestions for other schools of similar academics. Although the student body is composed of people from varied backgrounds across the globe and that stereotypes usually only represent a small portion of the students, When I visited, I sensed a really accepting, collaborative vibe where people could freely pursue whatever interests without being judged. I'd also like to be in a city so that would rule out most LAC's. Any suggestions would be great!</p>
<p>First, realize that college is a totally different ball game than high school. As I sit in my apartment at a university known for its conservative ideals (U Oklahoma), I’m listening to my apartment mate, an energy management major, talk about the anti-violence video she put out. Her interests are totally accepted and in many ways encouraged.</p>
<p>That being said, here are some smaller and medium sized schools that may fit your criteria</p>
<p>Though Lewis & Clark College doesn’t have a nationally representative student body, I feel as though it fits your preferences. Occidental, University of Puget Sound, Macalaster, and maybe Reed might also be good LACs to check out. </p>
<p>As far as schools with a similarly sized student body, and an open vibe, Brandeis, Tufts, U Rochester, UNC Ashville, and some others I’m forgetting are all known to be fairly open.</p>
<p>Of course these aren’t the only schools where open minded students congregate. For instance, I was free to pursue my passions at Emory, but I wouldn’t describe it as having the openness I’ve read about at Brown.</p>
<p>More or less urban schools with more or less open curriculum:</p>
<p>Eugene Lang College (NYC)
NYC Gallatin School (NYC)
Pitzer (LA area)
Sarah Lawrence (NYC area)
Wesleyan University (Middletown, CT)</p>
<p>Evergreen State is not urban, but it’s not too far from Seattle and in other respects might appeal.</p>
<p>" open minded students"of course meaning people who think and agree with you. (now that is a funny spin on the term) </p>
<p>to the OP look at Hendrix College not in a big city but probably what you are looking for.</p>
<p>Wesleyan or Reed</p>
<p>vassar, bard college</p>
<p>oberlin and skidmore</p>