ASK QUESTIONS HERE: Part III - Page 6

uplander · 03-25-2009, 11:40 PM

and yeah, i havta pay a total of 2k. theres an enrollment deposit of $500. will this 500 be deducted from my 2k ? or does it make a total of 2.5k for me to pay?

candyman92486 · 03-25-2009, 11:44 PM

uplander,

The tuition deposit acts as a payment toward your semester bill, so if I understand you correctly, you'd owe the remaining $1,500.

- Justin

acmmom · 03-26-2009, 06:23 PM

Do you know when tuition exchange scholarship notices are being sent?

candyman92486 · 03-26-2009, 06:26 PM

acmmom,

First off, congratulations to your son on his acceptance! You must be so proud/happy/relieved/etc.

I have absolutely no idea when Tuition Exchange notices are being sent. I'd give the Office of Financial Aid a call tomorrow at 610-330-5055 to find out.

- Justin

firstyearmom1 · 03-27-2009, 10:15 AM

candyman,

Can you help with some feedback btw- Laffayette, Muhlenberg, and Ursinus. Daughter was accepted, and she's ready to pick. All these schools are close to home which she wants. Her major is English but she's not sure if she wants that now. Any info would be greatly appreciated.

candyman92486 · 03-27-2009, 10:25 AM

firstyearmom1,

Muhlenberg boasts a close-knit, caring community. I definitely got a sense for that during a campus visit years ago. The campus is well maintained, and the professors I met seemed more than amiable. However, I decided against the school because I feared it was a bit too small for me and that it might not have the breadth of resources of a school like Lafayette.

I know very little about Ursinus, so I really can't help you there. However, I think others would agree that Ursinus is just a cut below both Muhlenberg and Lafayette judging by their admissions numbers: Admissions - Process - Freshman Profile.

Lafayette is also a smaller LAC, but the College boasts "university resources" for a reason. Opportunities are limitless: one can get involved in any number of extracurriculars, gain internships, conduct one-on-one research with professors, and spend time abroad.

When all is said and done, I don't think your daughter can go wrong. I'd definitely recommend visiting the schools again if you can find the time.

- Justin

firstyearmom1 · 03-27-2009, 10:40 AM

Justin,

We will be coming to the Prologue event on April 18th. Do all of the Multicultural students get invitations, and how important is this event?
Thanks,

candyman92486 · 03-27-2009, 01:41 PM

firstyearmom1,

No, not all multicultural students get invitations -- only the 'top' recruits, so to speak.

The day is as important as you make it -- if you and your daughter would like to visit again to take a tour, attend a few student/faculty panels, and just get a renewed sense for the campus (although it falls on a Saturday...), then by all means, attend.

- Justin

LC82 · 03-28-2009, 12:04 AM

Hi Justin,
I'm a LC AAR. I've also had the opportunity to interview several LC seniors for full-time employment (in civil engineering), and I am normally impressed with their credentials. Since you are a senior this year, I am wondering what are your impressions of the College's Career Services. Have you taken advantage of the services they offer, or are you planning to attend graduate school next year?

BTW, thanks for the tireless guidance you provide to prospective students on this site, and congratulations on your upcoming graduation.

candyman92486 · 03-28-2009, 12:52 AM

LC82,

Honestly, I've stepped into Career Service's office once throughout my four years on campus. I'll be attending grad school for psychology, and I did my own research, so I didn't see a need to stop by.

I can't blame Career Services, though, for not trying. It seems that they're always on top of things. I just can't say I took advantage of their services!

- Justin

baseball · 03-31-2009, 01:42 PM

My S was waitlisted at Lafayette and another kid with much better statistics and test scores got rejected. I was just wondering what could have been the factor in rejecting the kid with better statistics? 2)what would convince them that my S really wants to go there? He did not send his SAT subject scores which were were very good because he was afraid that his SAT1 scores , which were pretty mediocre would affect his application.

candyman92486 · 03-31-2009, 02:15 PM

baseball,

As you're finding out, the admissions process isn't driven solely by hard statistics! If it was, admissions officers would have an easy time accepting those with the highest SATs and GPAs.

The subjective elements of an application (personal statement, resume, letters of recommendation, etc.) play a huge role in determining who's offered admission. It's entirely possible that your son's subjective elements were judged superior to those of the rejected applicant. Sometimes admissions officers have no way to tell if an applicant will attend if accepted, but they are forced to "place their bets" all the time.

Did your son demonstrate an interest in Lafayette by visiting? Did he take a tour, attend an information session, or have an interview? Lafayette places a heavy emphasis on "demonstrated interest" when evaluating applicants, so it's possible the rejected applicant didn't make the effort.

It's also possible that the rejected applicant put together a sloppy application. Maybe he/she didn't care enough to present him/herself in as polished a manner as possible.

The hard stats only tell a part of the story -- admissions officers know that they're ultimately accepting people to their institution, and not scores.

- Justin

uplander · 04-01-2009, 04:25 AM

hey justin,
just wanted to say u r doing a great job helping people utterly lost in confusion (example: me)

thanks

Chan90 · 04-01-2009, 12:18 PM

Lafayette versus Connecticut college

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I know these are completely different colleges. But i got in with aid in both and am now trying to decide. have no particular inclination towards pursuing a science major (kind of lafa's speciality). am a chinese male.
Please i'd really appreciate your input. Thanks in advance!
No i haven't visited either. and cant.

candyman92486 · 04-01-2009, 12:42 PM

Chan90,

I know nothing about Connecticut College, so I can't really provide any input.

- Justin