THE HOT SCHOOLS OF 2004

摘要

Every year, high-school seniors undergo two rituals. One is picking a college. The second is ranking their classmates for the yearbook: Most Outgoing, Most Athletic, Best All-Around. Choosing an undergraduate institution may be more important, but voting on senior superlatives is way more fun. We decided to combine the two rites of passage. Meet the "Hot Schools" Class of 2004. After interviewing deans, admissions officers, guidance counselors and students―and keeping an eye on the news―we've put together a list of schools that have buzz. Some of our picks are private, some are public. Some have innovative curricula or comprehensive financial-aid packages (always a plus). Some focus on the arts, while others are known for tech or business acumen.