<p>You know your D better than we do. If she’s the kind of kid who can look and tour and ask questions and know that if the money doesn’t align she won’t be going there, then visiting may be both a motivator and a spur to finding more schools which appeal – potentially at a better price.</p>
<p>If she’s going to be in agony at the prospect of having to turn down the “dream school” then it’s not worth it.</p>
<p>Some kids can cheerfully reflect on “what might have been” but be realistic; others won’t be able to go to plan B or C.</p>