<p>I will be transferring from Loyola Chicago after taking a bit of time off due to familial troubles. I compiled a list of schools I was interested in applying to, and I have pared it down quite a bit. I would greatly appreciate opinions about the schools, as far as how they compare to each other and how their programs compare in regard to preparation and placement in graduate school (a statistic that has eluded me). The plan, for now, is to study Religion and Bio. I realize the best way to get a feel for a school is to visit, and I will try to visit as many as I can; however, again, because of some familial issues, I am unable to travel at this time. </p>
<p>In no particular order: </p>
<p>Whitman College
Grinnell College
Marlboro College
Hampshire College
Bard College
Kenyon College
Oberlin College
College of Wooster
Earlham College
Colgate University
Fordham University </p>