<p>When asked where my son is going to college I reply to Tufts or Hopkins. Everyone always says Hopkins is such a great school. Is Tufts just as good but not as well known?</p>
<p>If you look at rankings, Hopkins is ranked higher than Tufts. However, both are great schools. What does your son want? Has he looked at the specific programs? I would imagine that if he visits and looks at the departments of interest, he can make a good choice.</p>
<p>Tufts is great and is underrated in my opinion but Hopkins is really, really great. I would go with Hopkins. Good luck.</p>