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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]This focus on elite colleges is so out of control. There a thousands of universities where your kid can get a terrific education -- find one that fits.

You don't have to go to Harvard to excel in this life.[/quote]

Yeah, but what about those of us who can only afford in-state colleges?  If my high achieving DD fails to get in UVA or W&M, her only other choices are much lower ranked than what she could attend if we had the means for out of state/private. [/quote]

There are a lot of us in that position.  My DC has perfect PSAT scores and straight As in a math magnet, but will not be applying to Amherst, Harvard, etc. because we neither qualify for need-based aid, nor can pay $65K+/year for elite schools.

There are a lot of us in this position, especially in places like metro DC.  This is why state flagships are becoming more competitive every year to get into.[/quote]

True.  But if your kid is a great student with high stats, there is a staggering amount of merit money available out there from both private and public schools.  You just have to broaden your focus and look beyond the tippy top schools.[/quote]

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