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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]An advantage of the WSJ/THE rankings are that they include SLACs in the same ranking so you can see where the SLACS fall in relation to larger schools.[/quote]

[b]So did Forbes.  I've heard some say they are like comparing apples and oranges, but in fact students apply to both, so there is merit in combining them.  [/b]

I actually think Forbes is now the best ranking.  The change in methodology in USNWR has had some strange outcomes.  I know it remains the gold standard, but at the same time, I don't feel as comfortable using it as a reference point for my kids.  [/quote]

No there isn't.  You can buy a new Mercedes hatchback for $85K and drive it to X.  You can buy a used Kia Sorrento for $20K to drive to X.  Both get you to X.  Do you want to waste the $65K in after tax dollars just to get to X in a different vehicle?  That's why USN&WR reports public universities in a separate rank.  They are supported by the state, for state research, and for the education of the children of the state's taxpayers.  Their mission is entirely different from a private SLAC.  And since everyone now needs a grad degree, it makes a lot more sense to get to X in a Kia and then buy the Mercedes to get to Harvard Law.[/quote]

Actually it's easier to get to Harvard law in the Mercedes.  If you can afford both,  it's worth it.[/quote]

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