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That my logic may have been flawed is possible, but it is personal preference to hold a belief until evidence to the contrary and not simply "more admissions counselors said that etc", such is the definition of 'belief'. Frankly, that's my opinion, and so be it yours. I see no grounds of argumentation when facing up opinions against one another. If you wish to offer an alternative and complete expansion of your own belief, so be it, but I will not bother with it any longer.
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<p>If your beliefs do not withstand logical scrutiny, then they are irrational. If you want to live like that, I will not stop you.</p>
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I see no reason for those individuals to lose hope simply because others were able to take full advantage of thier intellectual prowess earlier on 'got a head start' and were accepted to more prestigious colleges.
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<p>There is a difference between giving hope and being realistic. While hope is good because it boosts one's confidence, it can lead to an unrealistic perspective. You are perpetuating false hope. This does not mean that students who are disadvantaged in this process should lose hope, but they should maintain a realistic perspective. Unfortunately, that perspective entails that students of higher-ranking institutions will be favored. </p>
<p>By the way, it is spelled 'their'.</p>
<p>As adumbrated, you, as well as others who endorse your claims, stand for a great deal of disabuse. This usually comes in the form of disappointment. Being realistic prevents the onset of those feelings.</p>