<p>kcirsch:</p>
<p>I think what the poster was suggesting is that you should not limit your research regarding any school on an "opinion" from someone who may really know nothing about that school. Many people on this board pass judgement on institutions with no direct experience or knowledge. Many tend to perpetuate stereotypes that they may have read on CC, or from outdated guidebooks or articles or statistics.</p>
<p>Do your own research, visit the school, and talk to actual students! Do not base your opinions on unsubstantiated comments, particularly from students who may attend other schools. Make sure you listen to credible sources. The number of posts on cc does not necessarily make a student or parent poster a credible source! These posters may certainly be opinionated sources, but not necessarily accurate ones.</p>