Quote (JessiWan @ Oct 30 2021 02:01pm)
Most degrees from these elite universities are just expensive pieces of paper anyway. We all know the only reason to apply is to network and connect with scions of the powerful, rich and influential. There is nothing they teach that students cannot pick up from a less prestigious, more local university. And for a fraction of the cost, in terms of tuition.
Depends. If you're going into a science related field then experience at these prestigious universities can be invaluable. You get access to the best instrumentation and newest techniques from the highest output laboratories.
I definitely missed out on a lot of good experience going to state school.