The Harvard Crimson :: News :: The Thick Envelope Takes On New Weight
Read that article.
BUT. That only worked two years ago. Last year they mailed it out on the same day they sent the emails. In fact, they only mailed it out that same afternoon so you'll 99% get your email first before you can get the info through DHL/FedEx or w.e. Don't use gmail to open it if you dont wanna spoil the surprise (it gives a previe of the first line).
Neways, this is the acceptance email in case you're wondering:
"Dear xxxxxx,
Congratulations! The Committee on Admissions joins me in the most rewarding part of this job — informing you that you have been selected for admission to Columbia University in the City of New York. As a member of the Class of 2011, you will be a participant in an academic community wealthy in intellectual and personal talents of every kind. We are fully confident that the gifts you bring to our campus will be unique and valuable and that your abilities will be challenged and developed here.
You and your family have every reason to be proud of the great achievements that we acknowledge today with this good news. We hope you will share your joy and excitement with the faculty at your school who have helped you reach this happy day.
The Columbia faculty, students and administration look forward to welcoming you into a community that thrives on our combination of a demanding curriculum, a diverse and talented student body, and a college town abundant in dynamism and opportunities. We know that you will contribute to the academic and personal excellence that has been the hallmark of Columbia students since 1754. The coming years at Columbia promise to be lively and joyful ones indeed as we continue to celebrate over 250 years of achievement and distinction.
It is our great pleasure to congratulate you on the successes that have earned you this fine honor, and we eagerly anticipate the successes that you will no doubt enjoy at Columbia. If any member of the admissions staff can assist you in the days ahead, please do not hesitate to write or call. We also invite you to visit our “Welcome Website” designed especially for the members of the Class of 2011:
http://www.studentaffairs.columbia.edu/welcome/ .
Warmest regards,
Jessica Marinaccio
Executive Director
Undergraduate Admissions
P.S. Please note that an official admissions packet was mailed today."
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