Elitism at NESCACs

In my experience, families with “old money” tend to be more practical and raise their kids to be humble. It’s the newer money parents who are braggy and their kids are entitled. I know that’s a vast generalization but it’s held up for many years for me. My friends in college whose families had a LOT of money were much more relaxed and friendly and inclusive than the kids whose parents were the first in their families to have money. I still see this today in our town. I mention this because it’s my guess that you’re going to find both types at any school.

I think the only way to know if a school feels more “country club” is to visit.