Northeastern University (full tuition) vs. Georgetown (w/ 20k grant)

4mykids2
Sun, 22 Apr 2012 21:18:30 +0000

In my opinion, the “top” schools have done a good job brainwashing many impressionable students into thinking they need to have a degree from one of those schools in order to succeed in society. They do it to justify their outrageous tuition and fees, while putting many students in debt. There are many professionals who have done very well financially (if that is your determination of a successful life) who have not gone to “top 20” schools. My child got into Georgetown early action with no offer of financial assistance and into a local university with the promise of a full-ride. Not only will my child receive special consideration and perks through the Honors program, but will be a “Big fish in a small pond”, garnering attention that would not be given at Georgetown. I imagine you would be in a similar situation, bbbblaahh. Unless you want to live in D.C. and work in government or politics, you may be better off going to NE where you will be assured an internship through the co-op program. Also, in these economic times, work experience through the internships Northeastern offers, with the possibility of full employment, should not be discounted.

There is a huge link on CC about students such as yourself who chose a free ride at a “no name” school versus going to an overpriced “name” at great expense to themselves. (sorry, I don’t have the link). Try and find it, and it may help give you come to a decision.