@CADREAMIN, as a USC alum I really would like my S to attend the school through TTP. However, given his laid back demeanor I know for a fact that he will not want to transfer to USC after a year at UMD College Park, where he was admitted into the accounting program at the Robert H Smith School of Business & was designated a College Park Scholar. Which is okay since it will save me a ton of money.
My S will attend UMD & have the flexibility to apply to USC for 2021. This seems to be the best option.
Also, as you & others have mentioned, the college experience/path belongs to our kids & not parents and they will do great whichever school they attend. It isn’t the school that defines you, its what you do there.
Thanks again for all your help…