The best part of my admissions file had nothing to do with me, and everything to do with my alumni interviewer. Before you get ahead of yourself, NO, that wink is not sexual! And NO, I did not try to kiss my interviewer! All true, but all unmentioned. This uncomfortable tokenization was balanced out with a long list of compliments pulled from rec letters. And then, to put my raging narcissism in check, a series of concerns about my iffy STEM background.
Funny how some things never change. Surprisingly, no one cared about my extracurricular activities. I thank my interviewer for this saving grace. I considered emailing him a screenshot of my Tinder matches, just to like, validate his theory, you know?
Remember that. They also have a page of your high school statistics, which was really surprising the highest GPA was You go girl! The process of actually reading the file was very emotional though, as I remembered the process of writing each draft of my supplements. It felt weird to receive all this feedback A whole year later, a response to my response. The first reader, my admissions officer, was super generous. Should be an easy admit. In my opinion, viewing your admissions file should mainly stroke your ego.
This does not mean I am unqualified. I never once doubted whether I belong here, and I advise that you feel the same way. New Body Type: Y-Shaped. There were over 36, applications to Yale last year. Under the Federal Education Rights and Privacy Act, all college students have the right to view their academic information, including their admissions records. When I got to Yale this past fall, I exercised this right as soon as possible. Toward that aim, the intent of this article is to give those considering applying to Yale University: 1 An understanding of what you are up against.
Yale: Early Acceptance Rate — Class of Out of the record 7, early applications received for a spot in the Class of , Yale accepted , working out to a Yale Acceptance Rate — Class of There were 46, applications submitted for a place in the freshman class, the greatest number in school history. The university admitted students from all 50 U. States and 72 countries. Yale offered a spot on the waiting list to 1, applicants.
Class of admits attended 1, different secondary schools. Admitted students possessed 79 different intended majors. Who Actually Gets Into Yale? Tips for Applying to Yale The nearly 47, Yale applicants should all be aware of the following: An interview is not a mandatory part of the admissions process, but all applicants are encouraged to connect with an alumni interviewer whenever possible. Interviews are intended to be both informational and evaluative. SCEA interviews are scheduled prior to those for the regular round.
Interviews can take place face-to-face or via video chat. A limited number of on-campus interviews are made available each year on a first-come, first-served basis. Interviews are with current Yale seniors and are made available over the summer and in the fall. Therefore you do not need to make contact with the university just for this purpose. Essays will also be key… Make sure to dedicate sufficient time and effort to the supplemental essays and short answers required by Yale.
In the cycle, they were as follows: Short Answer Questions Applicants submitting the Coalition Application, Common Application, or QuestBridge Application will respond to the following short answer questions: Students at Yale have plenty of time to explore their academic interests before committing to one or more major fields of study.
Many students either modify their original academic direction or change their minds entirely. As of this moment, what academic areas seem to fit your interests or goals most comfortably?
Please indicate up to three from the list provided. Why do these areas appeal to you? You want letters from teachers who can speak to your strengths beyond academic ability. Getting into Yale is extremely difficult, but it's certainly not impossible! Your application will need to be incredibly polished in order to stand a chance.
Make sure your academic record is nearly perfect, your recommendations stellar, and your essays engaging, and you'll definitely be competitive with other applicants.
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We've overseen thousands of students get into their top choice schools , from state colleges to the Ivy League. Learn more about PrepScholar Admissions to maximize your chance of getting in. Hayley Milliman is a former teacher turned writer who blogs about education, history, and technology.
When she was a teacher, Hayley's students regularly scored in the 99th percentile thanks to her passion for making topics digestible and accessible. Our new student and parent forum, at ExpertHub. See how other students and parents are navigating high school, college, and the college admissions process. Ask questions; get answers. How to Get a Perfect , by a Perfect Scorer. Score on SAT Math. Score on SAT Reading.
Score on SAT Writing. What ACT target score should you be aiming for? How to Get a Perfect 4. How to Write an Amazing College Essay. A Comprehensive Guide. Choose Your Test. What Is Yale Looking for in Applicants? While the post doesn't go into many specifics, it does offer some helpful nuggets of wisdom regarding what the admissions committee considers when evaluating applications: Academic ability: Yale wants its students to be top-of-the-line academically.
The school puts a lot of emphasis on your transcript, so you'll need to achieve great grades consistently. Your teachers will also speak to your academic ability— your letters of recommendation should show that you're hardworking and academically curious. Who you are outside of school: You're required to write many different essays for Yale. Use your essays as an opportunity to paint a vivid portrait of yourself—one that goes beyond your academic performance.
Highlight your interests and portray yourself as a real person, not just a collection of numbers. What you'll do with Yale's resources: Yale wants students who will take advantage of its many resources. Your application should demonstrate that you're ready to take on challenges and that you grab opportunities when you see them.
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