<p>Right now I've a small list consisting of Grinnell, Oberlin, Colgate, but I don't know of any safeties. I'm a transfer student btw, so I know exactly what I want out of a college. Thanks. State and weather are not a factor, but keep in mind schools like Bowdoin and Williams are really hard to transfer into. :-(</p>
<p>How about Carleton? Judging by the other schools you've listed, it would probably be a match, but I hear that it's good for econ.</p>
<p>Knox would be a good safety. Or if you don't mind a hippie environment, Hampshire would also fit your criteria, and would probably be a safety.</p>
<p>carleton's also probably the best LAC for math in the country. dunno it's transfer stats, though.</p>
<p>Carleton is really selective for transfers, I'll look at Knox and Hampshire though. Thanks.</p>
<p>Hamilton, Colby, Bucknell, Lafayette, Union, Franklin & Marshall are all relatively similar to Williams, Bowdoin, Colgate but somewhat easier to get into.</p>
<p>Take a look at Denison U in Ohio.</p>
<p>Agree with Denison. Also look at the College of Wooster, Bard, Kenyon, and Lawrence U.</p>
<p>thanks for the suggestions. Are there any more? I'm excited that Wooster has a breakdancing club! :)</p>
<p>Harvey Mudd may be worth considering. It isn't rural, but everything outdoors is within access for you (skiing/beach/hiking/climbing).</p>
<p>St. Olaf College (Northfield, MN, same town as Carleton) has one of the highest numbers of math majors in the country.</p>
<p>Washington and Lee has the Williams School of Commerce, Economics, and Politics.</p>
<p>Holy Cross-near Boston, Lafayette College, Bucknell.</p>