choosing between the Florida schools

BaghDAD
Tue, 23 Jun 2009 18:16:37 +0000

etherdome,

JS911 brought up excellent points. The chance for substantial merit aid at UM like JS and my S got is something to look at.

One parent caveat. Just make sure he leads the way in this endeavor. We all want the best for our children but this is a great time to let them grow. Yes, we try to guide them to where they can be successful and prosperous, but sometimes it is best to be patient and let them discover these things themselves. Not just feeling, but knowing is key (and sometimes the knowing might not be until college Senior year). Not an easy process as you said. I also think that you get what you pay for and looking at $, while important, really drives some bad decisions.

Finally, as you said, visit them all and take your time. As a UM prof said to my son when we told him we were visiting UF after UM (also accepted OOS at UF with a full ride NROTC or AFROTC scholarship) “No matter where you go, YOU will do great things”