Originally posted by Unregistered
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Kids gaining acceptance at elite schools like NESCAC, MIT, Ivies, etc. are exceptional students - rich or poor. Kids who can maintain playing premier/club level soccer along with that level of academic achievement are even more exceptional.
The fact that I can write a check has nothing to do with my kid studying the entire car ride to Jefferson Cup or writing papers until 2 a.m. after practice, not every kid has the drive to do that regardless of money. It's about motivation and commitment.
Elite schools are elite because of the standard of achievement required to get into them, so while "money" is a convenient equalizer in these arguments, the truth is 95% of club soccer players will not even reach the red line of consideration for these schools regardless of family economic stature. They can't balance the commitment required.
Also, most of these institutions have wonderful aid packages and no family will pay more than their fair share. Let's be honest, this about a small group of student/athletes who have consistently achieved at high levels throughout ALL of high school. A rare breed regardless of money and I understand why some folks want to denigrate their accomplishments.
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