<p>My argument for “the “top” students admitted.” is that you do not care in your Honors class who in general is admitted to your UG. My D. in her Honors classes had the kids who would be accepted to many top colleges, but they simply did not apply. My D. did not apply, she did not see any reasons for applying to Ivy / Elite. She graduted #1 from the most rigorous private HS in our region (not just our city) and she decided to pursue applying to combined bs/md programs instead of top UGs. She was accepted to 3 bs/md programs all at state public schools in our state. She has chosen the one that really matched her personality and wide range of interests and still keep saying (currently 3rd year Med. Student) that she has chosen the best UG for herself. She was there on full tuition Merit award which has opened opportunity for us to foot her Medical School.<br>
Again, my example may not work for you. The key is that the UG you choose has to fit your personally. Keep in mind that it is 4 very important years of your life and you better be happy with your choice.</p>