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[quote=Anonymous]What I’ve learned is that so, so many kids (and their parents) just want to go to the “best school” they get into, without much regard what seems like little regard for which school that is.  So they strategize about how to get into any good school — see all the posts here about ED strategy and so much gaming (which major, summer programs, etc).

I think this contributes to some strong kids aiming super high for ED, not out of love for the school but love for the prestige, and with all the games they can.  This approach is great for them, but sucks for everyone else who has a different approach (like a kid who doesn’t want to pick one school in October, likes the idea of choices, or isn’t interested in playing games to get into any “best ” school just to be there).

My observation (based on several years of observation at a private school, so generally know the kids) is that strong but likely not tippy top kids get into super reach schools and some stronger kids, well, don’t.  Yes, I know that every kid is unique and has something to offer.  I’m mostly frustrated by schools that say you need “best grades” with “top rigor” but then admit kids who don’t have that in ED and reject kids who DO have that in EA and RD.

The process sucks. 
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