I have been accepted to both and I really like both of them. I did not get financial aid (didn’t apply) but I can afford both and money is not an issue. I understand that Vassar is more convenient in terms of location, seems to be more well-known and both my parents like it more, but I am also very taken with Kenyon. I am applying as undecided but my interests at the moment are English, Biology and Psychology. I haven’t gotten the chance to visit both campuses (I am in China) but I have looked at pictures of the campus and done the 360 degrees online tour, and both are very beautiful. I probably sound very wishy-washy here, I’m sorry >< I am a quiet person, not really one for parties, I love reading and taking photographs (I’m an introvert). I intend to take part in community service activities. I am ready to work super hard no matter where I get into, and I will probably go to grad school. Sorry for the long post! I’m just super stressed about making the right choice 
I would point out that Vassar is in the Hudson River Valley one of the most beautiful places on earth and a place that has inspired artist for centuries. There are many hiking trails and scenic vistas but the campus itself is near restaurants and stores and near a small city that offers opportunities for community service. It is a 90 minute train ride to new York and also within striking distance from other east coast cities but the campus itself is large. I have not been to Kenyon but I believe it is in the Midwest and in the middle of nowhere. Midwest is not as interesting as New York in my opinion. Also doesn’t Kenyon have fraternities and sororities? Vassar does not.
Kenyon was also among S’s final choices. It is actually even more beautiful in person than it is on its website. And, it has an excellent academic reputation, particularly for English/writing. But, as @robotrainbow points out, even though it’s only about an hour’s drive from Columbus (a big city), I guess Kenyon can seem like it’s in the middle of nowhere. Personally, that doesn’t bother me (and obviously a lot of other students really like it), but after spending a couple of days there, S said he was feeling a little trapped. He ended up choosing Vassar, where he loves his bio classes, is always finding something new to take pictures of, makes it into NYC about once a month, and is slowly working his way through the 20+ restaurants that are within just a few blocks of the campus. If location is important to you, use Earth view on Google Maps to take a look at the areas around the two campuses, but most importantly, don’t stress! You’ve been admitted to two great colleges!
“a place that has inspired artists for centuries” (post 1)
You can research the “Hudson River School,” @cyranosnose.
Vassar has a nice new science building.
Kenyon has Middle Path, which is cool.
You sound like a great student and will do well at either school. Considering how you have expressed your interests, this could be a tough decision though. Good luck.
Given the way you describe yourself, I believe you might be happy at either school. The Hudson River area is beautiful. There are tons of opportunities for outdoor activities. Definitely check out the Hudson River School (my personal favorite from college art history class). Access to NYC is a plus, though by all accounts students don’t actually end up going as often as they think they will, and they don’t miss it, plenty to do on the Vassar campus.
As for Kenyon, it has a charm all its own. Either it works for you, or you might feel claustrophobic. It is often said on CC that Kenyon is “in the middle of nowhere”, but in actuality Columbus (which happens to be bigger than Boston) is an easy one hour drive from campus. That said, Kenyon students don’t often leave campus either. Middle Path, as merc81 said, is cool…but because it is the main route through campus you might tire of running into the same people every day.
Consider: Vassar 2450 students Kenyon 1600 students
Vassar will definitely feel bigger.
Both will meet your needs in terms of education and entry to grad school.
Both will have a healthy mix of introverts and extroverts. You will find your crowd.
Whichever you choose, I’m sure you will love it and not look back.
One recommendation, look closely at the course offerings in your areas of interest. You list English as a possible major. Check out the course descriptions to see which school offers more courses that match your interests. My daughter, also a prospective English major, did this, and eliminated Vassar based on the offerings. The department there is phenomenal, renowned, and some might argue even stronger than Kenyon’s. However, for my daughter it came down to specific interests, and she found more courses of interest to her at Kenyon.
Vassar is a terrific school, no doubt, and my daughter loves it there. We actually live in Ohio where Kenyon is, but initially it fell off her list because she thought she wanted to be a teacher, and Kenyon doesn’t have that path. She has since changed her mind on that, but she loves Vassar, so it has worked out. Had the teacher education issue not been there, I think she might have ended up at Kenyon. It is a beautiful place, as is Vassar. Nice choice to have. Both are excellent schools. Also, while Vassar is in the beautiful Hudson Valley, there are a lot of students who hardly venture outside the campus. Students are pretty busy while there after all, so I wouldn’t pick Vassar over Kenyon just because of the location outside the campus boundary.
I agree with all of the above posts. It’s interesting that no one mentioned (or maybe I didn’t read carefully enough) that Vassar has a large campus with a farm and lakes. It’s pleasant to walk and get lost on the campus, this is in addition to the beauty of the Hudson River Valley. Also, while Kenyon is a wonderful school for writing, Vassar is that much closer to the publishing industry and internships in NYC. This might be of interest. It’s easy to go into the city for the day and return.
@dustyfeathers - I agree with you about the beauty of Vassar. It is quite amazing. Vassar does also have a very good network for internships, in and out of the publishing industry, so a very good point. Both super great schools. I probably would say Vassar is a tiny bit better, but I am admittedly biased since I am sending a kid there.