<p>MMSS is a fabulous program. Perfect preparation for the Kellogg Program.
Swarthmore has fantastic Econ Depart. and unique Engineering Program (whose environmental engineering appeals to me).
Williams...I dunno...great natural environment I guess and whatever reasons for its being the first LAC in the States for several years.</p>
<p>I'm interested in business. I was thinking about iBank but the fact that because of the recession, Wall Street cuts 30% of its interns warns me that devoting all my time into getting into iBank is probably not the best idea. Then Swarthmore and Williams look more appealing because they do give their students more flexible education in discovering what they are interested in.</p>
<p>I don't know anything about MMSS, but Williams' econ program is among tops in the nation (at least as good as Swarthmore's). Ultimately, your decision between Williams and Swarthmore--assuming you are not committed to engineering--should come to which school feels better for you. The two schools have fairly different atmospheres.</p>
<p>I had a similar choice last year. Williams and Swarthmore are much more similar to each other than they are to MMSS, so you should figure out if you want a small LAC or a large Big 10 school with frats. I ended up crossing off MMSS because it was very professionally focused (which wasn't my thing) and I realized that I didn't want to go to a school with a large frat scene. If you're into either of those, MMSS will be your best bet of the three for you.</p>
<p>If you have been accepted to Wiliams & Swarthmore, a visit is most important. Both are outstanding institutions. Fit should be a consideration as academics are great at both. </p>
<p>Spending the next four years in an environment that works for you is important. Swarthmore has more of the University of Chicago's "life of the mind" feel with a more liberal campus environment. Williams appeals to those who appreciate the balance of "academics, art, and athletics". </p>
<p>Examine the culture of all three institutions and choose the one that best meets your personal needs.</p>