Reposting on trends on Early Decision as well as a nice article to outline the realities behind it.
Some interesting things are happening in the world of early admissions. Inside Higher Education - Early Admit Rates Boston College Changes Again Early Decision: No-Brainer or Big Mistake?
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Most of my students write pretty great emails, I must admit. But there is a good way to ensure you are on the fast track to the "wall" (the list you don't want to be on: write an email with these mistakes. For a closer look at what to do (and what not to do), please check out this post from a Tulane admissions officer.
I would do a lot for my child. I would possibly do anything to save their life. But parents who would do anything to get their children in to college? This is where I differ.
In an age of high anxiety and low resilience, we need not look for to the root of such issues. The messages about success and status are more prevalent than ever before. Despite the overwhelming evidence to the contrary (See publications like Where You Go is Not Who You'll Be by Bruni), the mania seems to be reaching new heights. For a taste of what is happening, please read the Washington Post article: College admissions scandal: Even if you could give your kid everything, should you? |
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