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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I have two college grads and two in college now.  I think you should let your ADULT child choose his college assuming it is accredited and affordable for your family.  I've seen firsthand what happens when parents force their choice on their kids. My in-laws forced my DH to attend a school he didn't want by refusing to pay for the school he wanted.  He has never forgiven his parents for using money to manipulate him.  He is 50 years old and when he thinks about it still pisses him off.

My kids didn't select the schools I would have, but in each case the school turned out to be a great fit.  Give your son some credit.  [/quote]

My parents did the same - would not pay for the college of my choice.  It actually was a good, top 15 school.  But they had reasons and explained them to me.  I disagreed but it was MY CHOICE to either accept the full ride at one of the colleges they would pay for OR to go to the college of my preference but pay my way.

It would be ludicrous for me at 50+ to still be mad about it with my parents when I clearly chose the easier path.
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