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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]DC is having a hard time deciding where to go. Not set on a major. Likes CS, Physics, mathematics but also has a creative side and enjoys art. Likes many aspects about Princeton, Yale, Brown and Duke. But I think it will come down to Harvard, Stanford and MIT. We feel very fortunate he has many great choices.  It was an unexpected result. Would appreciate any advice, thoughts, experiences. Thank you. [/quote]

Gosh, what a problem to have. I don't think I know anyone that's gotten into Harvard, Stanford, and MIT. Obviously an extraordinary kid. All three schools will open all the doors regardless of career goals. I'd focus on peer group and where they feel most at home and most challenged.

We're a Stanford family, and I can say that school has changed a lot over the past 30 years. It feels increasingly cold, soulless, and more corporate. Also, it's hypersensitive to micro-aggressions and identity type stuff. A lot of students seem to just put their head down and quietly get through their four years because it's such a good brand. But I don't think anyone really enjoys Stanford anymore. Harvard undergrad has its own issues - far too many "hooked" students. A genuinely bright student may feel out of place, particularly if interested in STEM. Harvard has been forced to put students in remedial math these days because admissions takes in so many unprepared students. So that leaves MIT. That's where you'll find the most raw brain power. Obviously, it excels in CS, math, and physics. There's nothing better in the world than MIT for STEM. But it is also very solid in humanities. Their English department, for instance, is outstanding. In the end, it will depend on the student. If introverted, Stanford. If they want to coast, Harvard. If they want to be really challenged, MIT.       [/quote]

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