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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Most people who apply to lacs apply to some universities.[/quote]

say what? please give a cite for this bizarre geberalization.[/quote]

I’m not the poster but it makes sense to me. If you’re aiming for “elite” lacs, there are only so many. It stands to reason that one would cast a wider net with the unpredictability of admissions. [/quote]

Yes, as we all know there are only 4 “elite” lacs. Someone alert Carleton and below that they should pack it in. Don’t ever change DCUM. [/quote]

Look, with the current exorbitant price tag of college it's reasonable to consider ROI. Many consider a balance between the quality of the education and the brand name. I absolutely know a fabulous education can be had at a Carleton or Grinnell, but the "brand" isn't quite the same. If Carleton gave merit money, it would be a very strong contender. But at $87,00 a year, no. If the money were nothing to us, well then sure, maybe. But I think looking at lower Ivies, Georgetown etc., or the state flagship honors program makes good sense in that case. Yes, because of the name/value ratio. And Oberlin would have been a contender because of generous merit. The calculus differs for every family.[/quote]

You have a very warped view of education and the landscape of colleges in the country. Do you rally think graduates of hundreds of colleges aren't employable? Brand name should not be a factor at all because it is a figment of your imagination.[/quote]

NP. That's not what PP said. Basically it comes down to the fact that outside of the top tier, schools with significantly less name recognition are still extremely expensive. Whether or not they are worth it is up for debate, but it's pretty clear consumers are pushing back against the cost more than the lack of a name brand per se.[/quote]

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