<p>I am new to this college search thing and I don't have much idea about colleges in the US. I was wondering why whitman as regarded as a "top college" in college confidential and "colorado college" isn't when the US news ranking of Colorado college is higher than Whitman College. I don't mean to offend any student in whitman college.</p>
<p>That's a good question and I've wondered the same thing. I just finished the college search and application process and spent alot of time at both schools. I think every ranking system has their own criteria and this forum is no different. While I thought Whitman had beautiful facilities and I liked the faculty members I met with, I couldn't get past being in Walla Walla for four years. After one weekend there, I felt the surrounding area was too remote and didn't offer anything local other than a small downtown. I chose to apply to Colorado College early decision and was accepted. I loved the block plan and actually went last summer to take a class to make sure. Colorado Springs is a great small city and the access to the Rockies was a draw I couldn't pass up. For many more reasons, I couldn't be more happy about my decision. Good luck to you.</p>