@Sue22 Awesome response. I’ll look into all of those. What made your kids pick Bates?
@mom2collegekids Fair enough. I don’t frequent this website (otherwise I wouldn’t have needed to make this thread), so I was not aware that that was a common issue here. My parents have been very helpful and vocal throughout the college process. They were the ones who set up my trip to Colby and Bowdoin which are both $60,000 colleges and my dad has reassured me about cost multiple times.
Now, questions:
Should I even bother applying to any Ivy League colleges? I’m pretty sure I have no chance at the most selective, but what about Cornell? I’m aware it will be very very slim, but if there is even a slight chance I figure I might as well. Don’t be afraid to offend me though, if my ECs or grades leave me no chance then tell me that. You’ll save me some money and some stress.
What are thoughts on Midwest liberal arts colleges such as Carleton? I’ve heard a lot of great things about them, including that they are a bit less preppy than northeast liberal arts colleges, and I would be willing to fly if I really do like those schools. They also tend to have higher acceptance rates from my minimal research.
Thanks!