<p>Well, I have the opposite problem with one of my kids. Albeit this kid is only in 9th grade and hasn’t put any real thought into college, but he has repeatedly & pointedly stated he WILL NEVER apply to any Ivies. Why? Just because he thinks they are overrated.</p>
<p>Although in some respects he could be correct, to be a top student (and one who needs FA) and disregard the entire block is as short sighted in “fit.”</p>