<p>Assuming that you’ve visited both schools and would be happy at either, very few would suggest that Harvard doesn’t have the better reputation. </p>
<p>A couple of thoughts – if you haven’t visited both schools do so. With my D a year ago, we visited H and did the tour, and she said she didn’t like the school and didn’t want to apply there. As parents, we agreed that it wasn’t the best fit.</p>
<p>So, in essence, she rejected Harvard (before they had the opportunity to reject her). If you visit and have a bad reaction to the school, it’s hard to recommend going there.</p>