There's a cynical take that the social function of the absolute elite universities is to allow young upper-class people (with family wealth and access to wealthy networks) to network with the smartest and most driven members of the middle- and lower classes (who will get things done).
Presumably, the willingness of the family to make sacrifices for their child is a positive indicator for how driven the child will be.
Presumably, the willingness of the family to make sacrifices for their child is a positive indicator for how driven the child will be.
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