“Forget LACs vs. large universities. Can we discuss the more important distinction in this thread…the use of “an LAC” vs. “a LAC”?”
Or that the plural of LAC doesn’t need an apostrophe. 
Teasing aside, I think this is a great initial post by @Lindagaf that families CONSIDER LACs as it is true that many don’t have them on their radar or dismiss them based on erroneous assumptions. Our family is a big fan of LACs. We realize they might not be the best choice for many for various reasons but I have observed a real lack of awareness of LACs in general by most people so a post discussing them and educating folks as to some of the benefits is a good thing to see on a forum dedicated to higher education.