<p>Can only comment on the London experience for youngsters. In a word: FABULOUS. I barely got my youngest son out of there--and he is itching to go back.</p>
<p>FYI...in case she thinks about it...Oxford and Cambridge apps must be in by Ocotber 15th!!! There is a lengthy essay and interview in the UK involved. </p>
<p>LSE takes the UCAS app which is all online--and the easiest thing since sliced bread. She can apply to six UK schools with the single application. There is one short essay statement. The app is due by Dec 15th if I remember right.</p>
<p>As long as we're tlaking about prestige, we should admit that prestige is not stifled by PC overseas. Harvard, Cambridge and Oxford all draw gasps of admiration all over the world. Big Brand Name-drops help when you are doing business or applying for a job overseas.</p>