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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]“Fit” is getting to be a euphemism for can’t get into any of the better schools.  
The only reason to even consider most of those schools is that you don’t have good grades and test scores.[/quote]

That is what "fit" means for some kids. For most it means a school that combines academic opportunities, social opportunities, size, location, financial situation and more(yes where you can get in does factor but it may not be the largest one). So while some want the best school they can possibly get into others do not. Just because you can get into UVA doesn't mean you want to go there. My school sends 15-20 students to UVA each year and I'm sure there are more at my school with UVA potential and grades that just aren't interested. Some students prefer smaller schools or schools farther away from home or closer to home or schools in a different setting. Personally, I despise the mountains and it's certainly affected my college search. Another option that I've seen students take is to go to a less competitive college and participate in an honors program in which they get scholarships, internships, and can study abroad. These programs provide fantastic opportunities to learn and make connections for after college. So not everyone who looks at a "lower tier" school is an awful student.

Stop being pretentious and start being realistic. [/quote]

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