<p>Taking responsibility for one’s actions and acting irresponsibly are two separate things. Not taking the time to fully deduce the horrid financial aid situation at GS before enrolling is irresponsible. </p>
<p>I understand your point though, but the “ivy allure” you allude to is never worth 100k in debt. Prestige chasing is a dangerous game when the cost is as astronomically high as GS. </p>
<p>One should only come here if they want to recieve a unique and world class education. An extra 100k in cash wouldn’t hurt either. </p>
<p>It really is a shame though, because MC and BB seem like really smart and thoughtfull people. Hopefully GS will fix the fin aid situation one day, so we won’t lose such seemingly great students. </p>
<p>Quick note: I am fortunate enough to have my entire undergrad/grad school education fully paid-for (I was not in the military). So my opinion is coming from someone who does not have to worry about finances.</p>