How can I decide? Prestige vs. Cost?

College Search & Selection
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<p>If money is important, you should look at overall cost. Being a scholar at a school of that size and quality does not buy you huge benefits (just because everybody gets so much attention anyway).</p>

<p>Those are both amazing schools with no difference in prestige, opportunities, etc.</p>

<p>Compare financial packages at both and if they are not much different go for a fit.</p>

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<p>Amherst is EXTREMELY generous with giving fellowships for students, and most people who apply will get them. I got one over winter break and one for the summer, so don't let that be the deciding factor with Amherst vs. Swarthmore.</p>