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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I went to an ivy league school and so did my spouse and so did our parents. But I am already encouraging my kids (both in private school) to apply to the VA state schools. I would be happy to see them to go to a top private college if they can get in (Which is now a complete crapshoot), but I would prefer to see them to go UVA or Tech or W & M over any of the second tier private colleges. I agree with the NYT article: just not worth it. Minimal "prestige" boost more than cancelled out by insane pricetag, and I believe the quality of the education at a good state school is every bit as good. If your kid goes to Harvard you are buying a network and a credential. If your kid goes to BU instead of UVa you are just getting ripped off.[/quote] I completely agree with this. Completely![/quote]
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