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um… “none of that information is actually any of your business” is sort of rude. you could’ve taken that statement out of that post, and you still would’ve made your point clearly… it’s not surprising that some people snapped back.</p>
<p>anyways, back to your original question… I believe that local state schools are normally easier to get into, which is one reason people might go there if they can’t get into any small LACs. the state school may also be more prestigous or a better college than other small LACs.</p>