<p>deutschaktuell- Would highly recommend you read all of vig180’s previous posts - very helpful. His insight into the Honors program was instrumental in my student’s decision to attend UGA Honors instead of Duke, Vanderbilt, W&M, UVA, and other top schools to which she was accepted. Did money play a role in her decision - yes. She knows she will go on to grad school and liked UGA’s generous AP credit policy which will allow her to easily pursue a double major or even a Master’s in 4 yrs. Save the money for grad school or study abroad opportunities. But, was it hard to turn down Duke/Vandy? - absolutely. Feel good about your decision - there will be many other top students there this year with you due to costs. In any case, UGA will give you a very well rounded college experience from football to college town and you can pursue the grad school of your dreams later on. I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase 'bloom where you’re planted" -
and I really believe that is central to your happiness. Good luck this fall!</p>