The American system of education makes it possible for a poor boy living
in a great city to carry himself through
college and even through certain professional schools free, whereas a
similar boy living
in a rural community will be Stopped alter high school by the costs of transportation to the state -
college town and by the cost of board and food away from home.
In a
college town, there's higher accessibility to potential dating partners, through fraternity / sorority events, shared classes, dorm / living arrangements, and somewhat
similar schedules.