<p>In response to the OP’s question on the last page- yes the work load is very rigourous, the competition to get the limited number of "A"s is fierce, but it is not nasty. Since almost every entering freshman was an A student, there is some adjustment to those B’s and C’s. </p>
<p>Take a look at The Princetonian online for discussions about grade deflation at PU.</p>
<p>If you have the backbone and spunk to pursue your goals without always being number one, you will do fine. Just because P was traumatic for your dad does not mean you will suffer the same reaction, especially as you are well-informed.</p>