<p>Sorry if the “sob story” sounded snarky. I know plenty of kids who feel they have to punch up the hardship angle on their essays.</p>
<p>She absolutely refuses to stay in-state, which I’m fine with. California state schools are massive, broke, and she’d never qualify for financial aid. I’m a college professor, which puts her out of the running for public assistance…but perfectly in line for money at the private schools.</p>
<p>We saw Tufts and thought it was fine. I thought Brandeis was a nice pick for her. I think she’s afraid that if the admissions rate is over 30%, it can’t be good. Sigh. The other schools that’s she’s definitely applying to is U of Chicago, Swarthmore, Renssalear, and maybe Haverford.</p>