Chances for admission?

irishbrigade
Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:19:21 +0000

I agree that your application looks pretty good. Class rank, as has been noted, could be a concern. If your school is highly competitive that can offset it – if people with your rank in the past have gotten into highly competitive schools that’s something your guidance department can cover in the recommendation letter as a way to put your accomplishments in context.
And congratulations on Philmont – our Troop just got back a couple of weeks ago. Their pictures were awe inspiring. By the way, Notre Dame usually highlights the number of Eagle Scouts (and GS Gold Award winners) in each entering class in their press releases and articles, which shows that they consider it a real accomplishment. In combination with good tests and academics that is a wonderful credential. Good luck and let’s hope you are on your way to South Bend this time next year!