<p>Here's what I gather from this thread:
If you're at or near the top of your class, there is no reason to believe that the name of your school would be a disadvantage in grad school admissions. However, with a brand name undergrad degree, you're allowed more leeway in terms of rank (i.e. you can still be accepted if you're in the middle of the pack). I think that's logical though, considering there's a greater percentage of top-notch students at the elite schools anyway.</p>
<p>So, if you're a good student, remain a good student and get significant internship/job experience, it doesn't matter where you go for undergrad.</p>