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[quote=Anonymous]So many ignorant people here perpetuating tired rumors and stereotypes. So sad.

As discussed in another thread, being full pay at Vandy does not mean you are "rich." You are definitely comfortably UMC. But most of these kids are not Rockefellers. A lot of them are children of professionals who conservatively saved money because education is a huge priority. I know many of these types of families at both schools. I am very close to one at Vandy and their child is a very nice, down to earth kid, Greek but not your stereotypical Greek type, family lives fine but far from rich. And their child is extremely happy there.

Yes, they have their share of super wealthy types. But they generally don't set the tone on campus. Some kids might obsess over those types and get stressed about what they don't have, but if that is your kid, then you are a lousy parent for raising your kid with lousy values and priorities.

The decision comes down to feel and finances. Visit both and see where your kid feels happier. Trust their gut. And if the incremental cost is truly meaningful for you, factor that in. Everyone's finances are different so it is hard for random internet poster to intelligently opine on that.

Congratulations on two great options and good luck![/quote]

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