9 girls from Visi going to Clemson

[Anonymous]

I still can't believe that 9 girls from the same DC prep school would all happen to enroll at some randon public university in South Carolina.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Tuition + Room and board:
In state $28,000
Out of state $51,000

Gor most private school DMV parents that’s what they’ve been paying for high school. Our DC is looking at several SEC schools. Good grades and scores, but not a small, liberal arts school kid. These schools are fun, and frankly what is wrong with that? Sports spirit, school pride, alumni pride and participation after graduation, range of majors, etc. I do think they probably appeal to the extroverted kids more. In my experience, extroversion is often a key factor to career success. But it depends what you’re interested in doing. And if we are really honest, a lot of kids in private school here have parents who are very wealthy and have considerable connections for internships and their first real job. These days, that can make a huge difference. And, sure, there’s a set at most schools that may be interested in what used to be called an MRS degree. While that was far from my interests, as I have gotten older, I’m not sure what’s wrong with a woman wanting to be a stay at home mom, have a good marriage, and raise a family? A lot of private school parents include a stay at home parent, so that’s what they’ve seen. Even though many of these moms are well educated and had careers. No judgement from me on that, it’s a perfectly valid choice.

Ditto this. These kids don't need a degree from Chicago or Amherst. And they will bypass your kid (and mine) in salary and lifestyle by age 30 without one. There are tons of these in the private school world here in DC. Also, my kid is at a Big3. I know many kids who WANT a less stressful college experience. They've slaved
away at high school. They don't want another 4 intense years when the end-game is the same for them. The Ivys and similar are too hard to get into these days so they're effectively off the table for everyone (those who want an academic challenge and those who don't). So then what college path do you choose? Another 4 stressful years at
Chicago or an all-around enjoyable college experience at Clemson? You'd be surprised that there are kids who have the grades for both but choose the later. They don't want the stress and their family connections, etc. are such that they don't need the stress to succeed in life. There are many, many kids like this at these schools.

Well, not that many or they would be represented in the common data set.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:All I can say is "wow". Some of you are the most elitist sounding people I've ever "met" (and I've lived in a lot of big cities). My daughter graduated from Visi in 2021 and yes there are 9 girls from Visi there (with several more getting in), all nine very bright girls compared to the nation's average student. They weren't "stuck" going to Clemson, they chose it. Get off your f'in high horses, DC snobs, and realize that not everyone wants a high pressure cooker college. Clemson is a fine school. And no, my daughter is not one of the nine.

STFU, you obnoxious, elitist, wanna be success stories.

Calm down friend.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Tuition + Room and board:
In state $28,000
Out of state $51,000

Gor most private school DMV parents that’s what they’ve been paying for high school. Our DC is looking at several SEC schools. Good grades and scores, but not a small, liberal arts school kid. These schools are fun, and frankly what is wrong with that? Sports spirit, school pride, alumni pride and participation after graduation, range of majors, etc. I do think they probably appeal to the extroverted kids more. In my experience, extroversion is often a key factor to career success. But it depends what you’re interested in doing. And if we are really honest, a lot of kids in private school here have parents who are very wealthy and have considerable connections for internships and their first real job. These days, that can make a huge difference. And, sure, there’s a set at most schools that may be interested in what used to be called an MRS degree. While that was far from my interests, as I have gotten older, I’m not sure what’s wrong with a woman wanting to be a stay at home mom, have a good marriage, and raise a family? A lot of private school parents include a stay at home parent, so that’s what they’ve seen. Even though many of these moms are well educated and had careers. No judgement from me on that, it’s a perfectly valid choice.

Ditto this. These kids don't need a degree from Chicago or Amherst. And they will bypass your kid (and mine) in salary and lifestyle by age 30 without one. There are tons of these in the private school world here in DC. Also, my kid is at a Big3. I know many kids who WANT a less stressful college experience. They've slaved
away at high school. They don't want another 4 intense years when the end-game is the same for them. The Ivys and similar are too hard to get into these days so they're effectively off the table for everyone (those who want an academic challenge and those who don't). So then what college path do you choose? Another 4 stressful years at
Chicago or an all-around enjoyable college experience at Clemson? You'd be surprised that there are kids who have the grades for both but choose the later. They don't want the stress and their family connections, etc. are such that they don't need the stress to succeed in life. There are many, many kids like this at these schools.

Well, not that many or they would be represented in the common data set.

Give it a freaking rest. The reality is, they don't have spend their days scrutinizing the common data set and frankly, they don't even have to get As in high school. And they will still bypass your U of Chicago worker bee by age 30. It's just how life works in much of DC.

[Anonymous]

Was this last year? Isn't it too early for admissions decisions for the class of 2022?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Tuition + Room and board:
In state $28,000
Out of state $51,000

Gor most private school DMV parents that’s what they’ve been paying for high school. Our DC is looking at several SEC schools. Good grades and scores, but not a small, liberal arts school kid. These schools are fun, and frankly what is wrong with that? Sports spirit, school pride, alumni pride and participation after graduation, range of majors, etc. I do think they probably appeal to the extroverted kids more. In my experience, extroversion is often a key factor to career success. But it depends what you’re interested in doing. And if we are really honest, a lot of kids in private school here have parents who are very wealthy and have considerable connections for internships and their first real job. These days, that can make a huge difference. And, sure, there’s a set at most schools that may be interested in what used to be called an MRS degree. While that was far from my interests, as I have gotten older, I’m not sure what’s wrong with a woman wanting to be a stay at home mom, have a good marriage, and raise a family? A lot of private school parents include a stay at home parent, so that’s what they’ve seen. Even though many of these moms are well educated and had careers. No judgement from me on that, it’s a perfectly valid choice.

Ditto this. These kids don't need a degree from Chicago or Amherst. And they will bypass your kid (and mine) in salary and lifestyle by age 30 without one. There are tons of these in the private school world here in DC. Also, my kid is at a Big3. I know many kids who WANT a less stressful college experience. They've slaved
away at high school. They don't want another 4 intense years when the end-game is the same for them. The Ivys and similar are too hard to get into these days so they're effectively off the table for everyone (those who want an academic challenge and those who don't). So then what college path do you choose? Another 4 stressful years at
Chicago or an all-around enjoyable college experience at Clemson? You'd be surprised that there are kids who have the grades for both but choose the later. They don't want the stress and their family connections, etc. are such that they don't need the stress to succeed in life. There are many, many kids like this at these schools.

Well, not that many or they would be represented in the common data set.

Give it a freaking rest. The reality is, they don't have spend their days scrutinizing the common data set and frankly, they don't even have to get As in high school. And they will still bypass your U of Chicago worker bee by age 30. It's just how life works in much of DC.

Just correcting the misconception that there are many, many kids like that at these schools. Sure, they will do fine with their family privilege and they focus on fun. No need to sugarcoat that they are stronger students than they actually are. These are not kids who could get into UChicago or wherever, and that's FINE. You don't need to paint this picture that they are rich, well-connected, fun-loving AND academic superstars. Give it a rest.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Tuition + Room and board:
In state $28,000
Out of state $51,000

Gor most private school DMV parents that’s what they’ve been paying for high school. Our DC is looking at several SEC schools. Good grades and scores, but not a small, liberal arts school kid. These schools are fun, and frankly what is wrong with that? Sports spirit, school pride, alumni pride and participation after graduation, range of majors, etc. I do think they probably appeal to the extroverted kids more. In my experience, extroversion is often a key factor to career success. But it depends what you’re interested in doing. And if we are really honest, a lot of kids in private school here have parents who are very wealthy and have considerable connections for internships and their first real job. These days, that can make a huge difference. And, sure, there’s a set at most schools that may be interested in what used to be called an MRS degree. While that was far from my interests, as I have gotten older, I’m not sure what’s wrong with a woman wanting to be a stay at home mom, have a good marriage, and raise a family? A lot of private school parents include a stay at home parent, so that’s what they’ve seen. Even though many of these moms are well educated and had careers. No judgement from me on that, it’s a perfectly valid choice.

Ditto this. These kids don't need a degree from Chicago or Amherst. And they will bypass your kid (and mine) in salary and lifestyle by age 30 without one. There are tons of these in the private school world here in DC. Also, my kid is at a Big3. I know many kids who WANT a less stressful college experience. They've slaved
away at high school. They don't want another 4 intense years when the end-game is the same for them. The Ivys and similar are too hard to get into these days so they're effectively off the table for everyone (those who want an academic challenge and those who don't). So then what college path do you choose? Another 4 stressful years at
Chicago or an all-around enjoyable college experience at Clemson? You'd be surprised that there are kids who have the grades for both but choose the later. They don't want the stress and their family connections, etc. are such that they don't need the stress to succeed in life. There are many, many kids like this at these schools.

+1 The people slamming this are just jealous that it’s the case. (I am too, lol!)

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Tuition + Room and board:
In state $28,000
Out of state $51,000

Gor most private school DMV parents that’s what they’ve been paying for high school. Our DC is looking at several SEC schools. Good grades and scores, but not a small, liberal arts school kid. These schools are fun, and frankly what is wrong with that? Sports spirit, school pride, alumni pride and participation after graduation, range of majors, etc. I do think they probably appeal to the extroverted kids more. In my experience, extroversion is often a key factor to career success. But it depends what you’re interested in doing. And if we are really honest, a lot of kids in private school here have parents who are very wealthy and have considerable connections for internships and their first real job. These days, that can make a huge difference. And, sure, there’s a set at most schools that may be interested in what used to be called an MRS degree. While that was far from my interests, as I have gotten older, I’m not sure what’s wrong with a woman wanting to be a stay at home mom, have a good marriage, and raise a family? A lot of private school parents include a stay at home parent, so that’s what they’ve seen. Even though many of these moms are well educated and had careers. No judgement from me on that, it’s a perfectly valid choice.

Ditto this. These kids don't need a degree from Chicago or Amherst. And they will bypass your kid (and mine) in salary and lifestyle by age 30 without one. There are tons of these in the private school world here in DC. Also, my kid is at a Big3. I know many kids who WANT a less stressful college experience. They've slaved
away at high school. They don't want another 4 intense years when the end-game is the same for them. The Ivys and similar are too hard to get into these days so they're effectively off the table for everyone (those who want an academic challenge and those who don't). So then what college path do you choose? Another 4 stressful years at
Chicago or an all-around enjoyable college experience at Clemson? You'd be surprised that there are kids who have the grades for both but choose the later. They don't want the stress and their family connections, etc. are such that they don't need the stress to succeed in life. There are many, many kids like this at these schools.

+1 The people slamming this are just jealous that it’s the case. (I am too, lol!)

You may want to watch your language here.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Tuition + Room and board:
In state $28,000
Out of state $51,000

Gor most private school DMV parents that’s what they’ve been paying for high school. Our DC is looking at several SEC schools. Good grades and scores, but not a small, liberal arts school kid. These schools are fun, and frankly what is wrong with that? Sports spirit, school pride, alumni pride and participation after graduation, range of majors, etc. I do think they probably appeal to the extroverted kids more. In my experience, extroversion is often a key factor to career success. But it depends what you’re interested in doing. And if we are really honest, a lot of kids in private school here have parents who are very wealthy and have considerable connections for internships and their first real job. These days, that can make a huge difference. And, sure, there’s a set at most schools that may be interested in what used to be called an MRS degree. While that was far from my interests, as I have gotten older, I’m not sure what’s wrong with a woman wanting to be a stay at home mom, have a good marriage, and raise a family? A lot of private school parents include a stay at home parent, so that’s what they’ve seen. Even though many of these moms are well educated and had careers. No judgement from me on that, it’s a perfectly valid choice.

Ditto this. These kids don't need a degree from Chicago or Amherst. And they will bypass your kid (and mine) in salary and lifestyle by age 30 without one. There are tons of these in the private school world here in DC. Also, my kid is at a Big3. I know many kids who WANT a less stressful college experience. They've slaved
away at high school. They don't want another 4 intense years when the end-game is the same for them. The Ivys and similar are too hard to get into these days so they're effectively off the table for everyone (those who want an academic challenge and those who don't). So then what college path do you choose? Another 4 stressful years at
Chicago or an all-around enjoyable college experience at Clemson? You'd be surprised that there are kids who have the grades for both but choose the later. They don't want the stress and their family connections, etc. are such that they don't need the stress to succeed in life. There are many, many kids like this at these schools.

Well, not that many or they would be represented in the common data set.

Give it a freaking rest. The reality is, they don't have spend their days scrutinizing the common data set and frankly, they don't even have to get As in high school. And they will still bypass your U of Chicago worker bee by age 30. It's just how life works in much of DC.

Just correcting the misconception that there are many, many kids like that at these schools. Sure, they will do fine with their family privilege and they focus on fun. No need to sugarcoat that they are stronger students than they actually are. These are not kids who could get into UChicago or wherever, and that's FINE. You don't need to paint this picture that they are rich, well-connected, fun-loving AND academic superstars. Give it a rest.

You sound jealous. Kid goes to Clemson and still ends up wildly successful? Well, at least he's dumb.

The thing is. You're wrong. I have kids at two Big3 schools and I agree that it's "many" kids. Maybe not "many, many" but more than you might think. These kids are also free to take athletic offers from random schools.
See where they go to college doesn't matter.
My kids are not one of them. We have no connections. However, you're ignorant or in denial if you don't know how often this works at a whole variety of DC schools from Sidwell to Gonzaga.

[Anonymous]

Crazy people would pay OOS money for a hillbilly redneck school. i get it if you are from SC and pay in-state, but OOS ... no way.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Tuition + Room and board:
In state $28,000
Out of state $51,000

Gor most private school DMV parents that’s what they’ve been paying for high school. Our DC is looking at several SEC schools. Good grades and scores, but not a small, liberal arts school kid. These schools are fun, and frankly what is wrong with that? Sports spirit, school pride, alumni pride and participation after graduation, range of majors, etc. I do think they probably appeal to the extroverted kids more. In my experience, extroversion is often a key factor to career success. But it depends what you’re interested in doing. And if we are really honest, a lot of kids in private school here have parents who are very wealthy and have considerable connections for internships and their first real job. These days, that can make a huge difference. And, sure, there’s a set at most schools that may be interested in what used to be called an MRS degree. While that was far from my interests, as I have gotten older, I’m not sure what’s wrong with a woman wanting to be a stay at home mom, have a good marriage, and raise a family? A lot of private school parents include a stay at home parent, so that’s what they’ve seen. Even though many of these moms are well educated and had careers. No judgement from me on that, it’s a perfectly valid choice.

Ditto this. These kids don't need a degree from Chicago or Amherst. And they will bypass your kid (and mine) in salary and lifestyle by age 30 without one. There are tons of these in the private school world here in DC. Also, my kid is at a Big3. I know many kids who WANT a less stressful college experience. They've slaved
away at high school. They don't want another 4 intense years when the end-game is the same for them. The Ivys and similar are too hard to get into these days so they're effectively off the table for everyone (those who want an academic challenge and those who don't). So then what college path do you choose? Another 4 stressful years at
Chicago or an all-around enjoyable college experience at Clemson? You'd be surprised that there are kids who have the grades for both but choose the later. They don't want the stress and their family connections, etc. are such that they don't need the stress to succeed in life. There are many, many kids like this at these schools.

Well, not that many or they would be represented in the common data set.

Give it a freaking rest. The reality is, they don't have spend their days scrutinizing the common data set and frankly, they don't even have to get As in high school. And they will still bypass your U of Chicago worker bee by age 30. It's just how life works in much of DC.

Just correcting the misconception that there are many, many kids like that at these schools. Sure, they will do fine with their family privilege and they focus on fun. No need to sugarcoat that they are stronger students than they actually are. These are not kids who could get into UChicago or wherever, and that's FINE. You don't need to paint this picture that they are rich, well-connected, fun-loving AND academic superstars. Give it a rest.

You sound jealous. Kid goes to Clemson and still ends up wildly successful? Well, at least he's dumb.

The thing is. You're wrong. I have kids at two Big3 schools and I agree that it's "many" kids. Maybe not "many, many" but more than you might think. These kids are also free to take athletic offers from random schools.
See where they go to college doesn't matter.
My kids are not one of them. We have no connections. However, you're ignorant or in denial if you don't know how often this works at a whole variety of DC schools from Sidwell to Gonzaga.

I don't think I'm wrong. I'm not saying these kids are dumb by any means. Clemson is a good school. It's just not as academically selective
as UChicago or wherever. By and large, kids in independent schools go to the school with the strongest reputation that will accept them.
I've worked very closely with independent schools and know them well. The counselors talk to students about fit, and fit is important for sure, but it's just ridiculous to claim that there's a pattern of kids from these schools who are aiming significantly lower academically than they can qualify. They might choose Clemson over Wisconsin or Minnesota if they like warm weather and they have friends there, but they would choose Vanderbilt or one of the UCs if they had the scores to get into Chicago. If you have any association with these schools you know this.

[Anonymous]

+1 Last PP.

The schools that rank "comparison" on this board make me chuckle.

Most should not be mentioned in the same breath!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Tuition + Room and board:
In state $28,000
Out of state $51,000

Gor most private school DMV parents that’s what they’ve been paying for high school. Our DC is looking at several SEC schools. Good grades and scores, but not a small, liberal arts school kid. These schools are fun, and frankly what is wrong with that? Sports spirit, school pride, alumni pride and participation after graduation, range of majors, etc. I do think they probably appeal to the extroverted kids more. In my experience, extroversion is often a key factor to career success. But it depends what you’re interested in doing. And if we are really honest, a lot of kids in private school here have parents who are very wealthy and have considerable connections for internships and their first real job. These days, that can make a huge difference. And, sure, there’s a set at most schools that may be interested in what used to be called an MRS degree. While that was far from my interests, as I have gotten older, I’m not sure what’s wrong with a woman wanting to be a stay at home mom, have a good marriage, and raise a family? A lot of private school parents include a stay at home parent, so that’s what they’ve seen. Even though many of these moms are well educated and had careers. No judgement from me on that, it’s a perfectly valid choice.

Ditto this. These kids don't need a degree from Chicago or Amherst. And they will bypass your kid (and mine) in salary and lifestyle by age 30 without one. There are tons of these in the private school world here in DC. Also, my kid is at a Big3. I know many kids who WANT a less stressful college experience. They've slaved
away at high school. They don't want another 4 intense years when the end-game is the same for them. The Ivys and similar are too hard to get into these days so they're effectively off the table for everyone (those who want an academic challenge and those who don't). So then what college path do you choose? Another 4 stressful years at
Chicago or an all-around enjoyable college experience at Clemson? You'd be surprised that there are kids who have the grades for both but choose the later. They don't want the stress and their family connections, etc. are such that they don't need the stress to succeed in life. There are many, many kids like this at these schools.

This. In a nutshell.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I was shocked to see this only because I’ve looked at it for my kid, and it’s very expensive out of state. We will not qualify for financial aid. So they give a lot of merit aid for OOS or are people paying full price?

Have you ever stepped foot on "Visi's" campus? I'm pretty sure the folks who send their kids there are not worried about the OOS costs.

[Anonymous]

Anyone using the term VISI just go away. It’s really a horrible abbreviation that no one associated with the place actually uses.