<p>lkf–I just got back from Dimensions at Darty and liked most of it–my host could have been friendlier, but his roommates were great people. I also overslept for my flight back :(</p>
<p>Other than that, though, I had a great time. Right now I’m leaning toward Dartmouth, but I’m going to do a lot of thinking over the next few days (and hopefully get ND’s revised financial aid package too).</p>
<p>I’ve heard good things about Penn State’s honors college. However, I think that a decision like the one awaiting him would best decided (IMHO) on two factors: 1. Where would he be happiest and fit in the most? 2. As a friend of mine put it, after you graduate from a more expensive school, would the difference in income (right after graduation) account for the higher tuition? My friend, by the way, had to decide between U of Toledo and Kettering, the latter is giving him terrible aid. He’s ranked 9th in the class, but isn’t a good test taker.</p>
<p>If CMU is where your son truly wants to go and where he feels he belongs, he may have to be willing to sacrifice a lot more, but I think it would be worth it in the long run to look back on your college experiences as being the best that were available to you.</p>
<p>-Chris</p>