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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I send my kid to private because it’s the best fit for DC now, not for any supposed boost into elite colleges. Those admissions are always a crapshoot even for the tippy top students from any school. [/quote]

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Sure but having to attend a second tier school will make you rethink your choices.[/quote]
No it won’t. Kid is currently 4.0 unweighted taking all honors/APs, excellent PSAT (no SAT/ACT yet), strong ECs, beloved by teachers, yadda yadda. But we need to chase merit/stay in state and also don’t need or want an uber competitive environment for DC (“we” being both parents and kid in agreement). Current top choice is W&M and all would be thrilled with that outcome. Also high on the list is Mary Washington. Would also be delighted with that outcome. No second guessing our choices needed. [/quote]

I am confused by this comment.  Are you on FA at a top private HS?  Why wouldn't you then look to elite colleges that are most generous with aid?

Also, in what universe would you be fine with Mary Washington and why?  Almost better they skip college entirely and go learn a skill.[/quote]

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