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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]You’re basically posting a bogus expression of regret to get everyone to tell you what a fantastic school your kid has gotten into and how great s/he must be. B/c if you’re serious, you’re an idiot.[/quote]

OP here. No. No desire for anonymous public acclaim. And I do feel like a bit of an idiot. It is a very good school of course. Hopefully, this is merely buyer's remorse.[/quote]

OP - can you give us an idea of *why* you are feeling buyers remorse? It sounds like its more you than your DC... or are they feeling this way as well? I'm just curious - it's obviously a lottery ticket school, your kid shot their shot and got in. Is it financial woes?[/quote]

OP here. Not financial issues. Honestly, worried that DC may not be up to the Chicago challenge.[/quote]

Hugs, OP.  My kid is a first year there (got in RD).

A couple of things I have found:

1. All the kids are smart and driven.  Yes, it’s humbling but it’s also uplifting to be around so much energy.

2.  If your kid was admitted, they can make it.  They may be stressed.  They may do less than perfectly.  They may question themselves.  But they are capable of graduating. Just remind them of that - often.

3.  It is not at all a competitive environment.  If your kid learned to compare themselves to others through high school, they will unlearn it.  The kids come in driven but through their time at school, they learn to find the things that drive them from inside rather than from competition.  This development of the self is truly wonderful to watch.

4.   Not going to lie and say there haven’t been some tears.  But it is the right fit for my kid and I know they will grow and become a better version of the young adult I sent off to school.

5.  Nothing is irrevocable.  If by this time next year your kid is miserable, they can transfer.

Welcome!   I hope you guys enjoy the end of high school and the summer.  See you on campus! [/quote]

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