<p>I asked my rising sophomore son what he thought when asked this question and he said Duke is also a great school both academically and athletically and for the cost difference he thinks Duke would be the best bet. But having said that he really, really loves Princeton. </p>
<p>I’d suggest a visit to both schools (while in session, not in the summer) to see what you and your daughter think about the campus vibe. It’s not a decision to be made lightly as she will be spending four years wherever she chooses. You cannot transfer into Princeton after first year so the decision must be made at the outset.</p>