Ivy league degree or debt

As college decisions are steadily coming out within these last few months of school, seniors face the conclusions that can alter the next few years, if not the rest of their lives. These stressful decisions raise the question, is it worth it for students to determine their academic careers based on a school's reputation?

For some students attending Samo, the answer is yes.

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“Prestige will help set you up for a career later on. I would choose a more prestigious school, even if it meant taking on a lot of debt.”

- Bryce Schatzow (’27)

These views are not shared by all students, however.

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“I don’t think prestige should matter as long as the school is good for your major and has what you want.”

Isabella Fernandez (’26)

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“Prestige shouldn’t be the only factor but it definitely matters, especially for careers like law or medicine.”

- Shayl Katod (’26)

Ashley Ballantine / The Samohi

“While I do think prestige is important because it helps with opportunities after college, I think cost and campus vibe are more important.”

- Zephyr Fehmers (’26)