<p>So I took interesteddad's advice and did some of my own research.... Currently, my personal "Tier 1" is:</p>
<p>Reed
Swarthmore
Wesleyan
Grinnell
Chicago</p>
<p>As far as Pomona goes, I'd probably feel at home just because I've lived in Southern CA my whole life; however, the objective is to get <em>out</em> of CA. Also, Pomona (the town) isn't so hot. Blecch. Because of that, Pomona and Pitzer are nearly even. They still made my Tier 2, though. :)</p>
<p>I will have to check out L&C and Tufts later.</p>