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Of course, there will always be those out there with stars in their eyes and a hope springs eternal attitude (I am giving a wide berth here to unrealistic arrogance) who will apply to an elite in spite of, or to spite, recommendations to the contrary.
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...and be accepted. As were many kids I know who were told where they were applying was way over their heads. Aside from the ones admitted this year, they are all doing very well at their schools. Must have been something the admissions counselors saw.</p>