<p>I am curious to know how this kid would be going to UF for free if his mother makes $110k/year. Incidentally, if we are talking about the flagship University of Florida, it is a fine school, and I very much doubt that the premium at Columbia is worth it. This is a bright kid obviously, and as an AA would be fast-tracked in most big companies if he shows potential, negating any of the purported benefits of an elite degree.</p>