Carleton offered our child far less than other schools, and while we can all debate the various rankings and considerations of peer schools, suffice it to say that offers up to $25k per year in true peers was common, vs nothing at all at Carleton, and up to full ride in schools that are likely just a tier down. They have been consistently polite, while unwaivering in their discussion on point. The essential message we took away is they just don’t really care. Take it or leave it. Our child did opt to attend Carleton, and their admission credentials were squarely in the midst of accepted students who attended, and our child is in the top 20% of current students. (for what it’s worth)
What we really need is for Sanders to get elected and fix the entire process.