<p>Yupper,</p>
<p>I am chill. I was not “defending” PSU. I was pointing out what 1moremom already noted, which is that there already are “state” schools. PSU, Pitt and Temple are in a different category. If someone needs to go to the lower cost school, there are many to choose from. It is unfortunate that the flagship school is more expensive.</p>
<p>I am a PSU alum, and I am not bashing or supporting the school. I was merely reacting to your assumption that their “job” was to educate Pa. residents. PSU makes its own decisions, that sometimes may not be in the best interest of its residents. While I realize that it is hampered by state cut-backs in funding, it is one of the highest flagship schools in the country.</p>
<p>To answer the OP, though, both PSU and Pitt are great schools, and I wish you well with whatever you eventually decide.</p>