Something to consider...

My brother received a full scholarship to a private school.  The first year was okay, but as the courses got harder, he became more pressured to attain a C average or better to maintain his scholarship.  The stress of that nearly killed him.  If the state school financial situation doesn't put any pressure on maintaining grades to keep the scholarship, I would strongly consider that option.  My brother did great in high school, but he soon found out he couldn't just skate through the college courses.  He's done now and doing great, but there were times when he didn't think he would make it. 

As for the social aspect, we are from a very small town (population 4000).  The private school my brother attended was located 10 minutes from New York City.  It was an adjustment at first, but he soon came to love the environment.  Now that he's done, he actually visits there a couple times a month.  He says he enjoys all the cultural things.  He even eats sushi now (I don't think there's a sushi bar within 50 miles of us).

• Private vs state college. - FL resident
  • Been there...... - nm
  • Thank you all for your input. Most helpful! :-) NM - FL resident
  • Just some pros and cons of private college - Chele
  • Something to consider... - mtroadie
  • My daughter is currently attending a private - see message

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