<p>Out of the schools I was accepted into I've narrowed my list to Boston University and Tufts. In terms of academics and prestige, I know that it is a clear choice (Tufts - I plan to major international relations). However, BU has offered me a full scholarship. I could use the money saved for college to pay for grad school and intern abroad.
I have some major concerns about BU. Will the grade deflation there hurt my chances at getting into a top grad school? Is it possible to get as much out of a place like BU (academically) as I could at Tufts? Is the financial burden at a place like Tufts (no aid) worth it?</p>
<p>BU has its flaws, but in this case, the price is exactly right. The difference between Tufts and BU is not night and day. Go to BU, embrace urban life, and save the money. At some point in your life you will have a use for the $120,000 you will be saving.</p>