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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]"As in, it's going to wed her to high school everything. Isn't it too safe, isn't college supposed to be about getting out of your comfort zone? She has a pair of top 20 options and is leaning towards flagship. I hate to say it but we think she's taking the easy path and will come to regret it."

It really depends on what she wants to study.  If it looks like she will need to go to grad school, then the odds of regretting it are low.

Most flagships have a few really strong departments or schools that are really good stepping stones.  Is the flagship a good fit for what she wants to study?

It also depends on her HS experience.  If she went to a small HS or an easy one, the flagship will be plenty far out of her comfort zone.

If she went to a really competitive HS, she may NEED a big fish experience to build her confidence for grad school or for launching her career.[/quote]

This is my DD. Went to a very competitive high school magnet. She’s not looking an easy college experience, but one where you learn for learning sake. Not to be always competing with your peers. [/quote]

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