<p>There are many reasons to attend a prestigious private institution over a less-rigorous, cheaper public institution, but the two foremost are:</p>
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<li><p>When selecting a college, most students do not know for certain that they want to apply to law school (and those who do should probably chill out, because a lot can change in 4 years). If one were 100% that their one professional goal was to become a lawyer, then yes, choosing a cheaper, “easier” school would make more sense in the long run. But if there’s any shred of doubt in that regard, it makes sense to attend a more prestigious school where employment opportunities will be far superior to many other schools. I guarantee it’s easier for NYU grads to find work than for most SUNY grads. </p></li>
<li><p>The overall quality of the student body will be higher at private schools. That’s just a fact. You would be surprised what a difference that can make in your overall college experience.</p></li>
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