I have applied to Buckingham. My school seemed to turn a bit sour when I asked them about Buckingham. Reluctantly, when asked what's wrong with Buckingham they said 'why would you go there when you have gotten better offers'. My thoughts are this: With the rise in tuition costs for those entering this year, consumers are going to expect more and I don't think most uni's are going to give any more than prior years despite the cost. Buckingham, to my way of thinking, affords more. The low student/teacher ratio alone makes it worthwhile. One year less of tuition makes a big difference to me. But still, the reaction from my school was discouraging. I found out later that the new deputy head went to Buckingham!! go figure. Anyone else encounter a bias against Buckingham? If so, please comment. thanks