Admission Outcomes Can Require Daunting Decisions

I’m glad to see “cost” at the top of the list. Our daughter is a sophomore in college, and we stressed the financial aspect to her. She always knew she would accept the school that gave her the best deal. She passed up some super prestigious schools for a school where she got a full ride–and I’m sure people wondered what the hell she was thinking. Just the other day, she called me with a comment about interest on student loans and was so grateful she didn’t have any–as a senior in high school that didn’t register. I advise other parents that their kid might not realize it, but they can be equally happy at many different places.