Debruns

My daughters will be applying to Holy Cross this Fall and although they both love it, one REALLY loves it. : ) They are multi-racial, very good grades, will have 5-6 AP classes,average SAT's, a few EC's and we self-toured once (traffic snafu derailed the planned tour)
It would be hard, but we could go again, barring bad weather the week after Christmas, but only one twin could go, the other has work obligations.
Do you think it is important to get the interview in? My son didn't and he got accepted, but that was 4 years ago and every student is different. My daughter is nervous that it might not help, but hurt, but I know that is just her anxiety right now about the whole process, not because she wouldn't do well.
What other way, other than writing would show interest? Do the "chat's" they have, since you have to register, mean anything?

Thanks, things were relatively calm, but now, the worry starts.

1980collegegrad

What I have heard is that they love kids who take the trouble to interview because it provides a strong signal of sincere interest in the school. I would strongly encourage her to interview if it is her first choice.

mecamp

They do love the students who show interest. They keep a record of how much interest is shown and it does factor into the admission decision. I would encourage the interview and any other program they are offering that the girls could possibly attend. Perhaps the overnight program would be helpful. My D did the overnight when she was applying. She stayed with a student who had similar interests. She stayed in the girl's room and shadowed her in classes the next day. She really enjoyed it. Best of luck to both your girls! My D at Holy Cross is a twin. She has a twin brother who is at Bentley. They were never interested in the same schools. I know what it's like with two applying to college at the same time--double the stress for the parents!!

Debruns

Yes, double the stress! Double the application fees...double the "reminding". : )
They missed an overnight (Horizon's I think?) a month ago, they weren't feeling well and it wouldn't have worked out.
I think I read on their site the next time for overnights is for admitted students, which would make sense. After break, they will be processing applications and why have a prospective student if they aren't getting in.
We are going to visit again in December and they were "chatting" yesterday with admission officers online. They suggested an interview with the tour but reminded us that the students wont be there because of the break. One twin has a job that week to babysit and can't come but we did see it already, this is just to cement some things.

mecamp

Ah yes--and double the tuition, books, etc!!!

I wish you and your girls the best--again anything they can do to show interest will help them. The school has proven to be an excellent fit for my D. It is known for it's academic rigor and she can vouch for that. Classes are difficult and require much work. They only take four classes per semester, which had me skeptical in the beginning, but then I understood why. She also enjoys an active social life there and is involved in various activities. So it's not all work. I highly recommend the school.

Debruns

Thank you, I am calling next week to see about the last week of December. It will come down to money in the end if admitted. My son didn't get enough (but we didn't ask for more either) and non-full need schools actually gave him more, but every year and kid is different. She loved it (and Stonehill second) so we will see. I will keep in mind that interest is noted.
Did your daughter go abroad at all? My daughter is interested in that and wondered how easy (or hard) it was.

mecamp

She was not interested in studying abroad, as it is a two semester program at Holy Cross. She didn't want to be away for that long. Many students do participate in the program. Her best friend at HC is studying abroad this year and loves it.

Debruns

Thanks, I don't either of us caught that it was for 2 semesters. I don't think she would mind, but depending on your major, might make it difficult to get all your credits in.