<p>No offense, readyforlife but those who are admitted to Harvard are amazing. I am simply in awe of all of my classmates. Okay, good, and sometimes even great don’t cut it. The acceptance letter states that they look for students who are “unique and unusual.” The best advice I can give you is to stand out. Commit wholeheartedly to whatever you do. Be passionate in your interests and be an active leader in your activities. Whether it is school or extra-curricular activities, push yourself beyond the limits of what you think you can do. </p>
<p>Everything is important in the admissions process. Many people make the mistake of thinking that if they just have the right grades and test scores and the “right” extra-curricular activities, they have Harvard in the bag. Harvard looks at things holistically. Will this student add unique qualities to our campus? Will this student make the most of all our school has to offer? Has this student demonstrated the potential to reach extraordinary accomplishments? So many people have the misconception that getting into Harvard is just like following a simple checklist. It’s more than that. It’s about the kind of person you are.</p>
<p>Don’t be afraid to dream big. Just make sure you’re willing to work hard enough to make that dream a reality. Best wishes to you!</p>