Change me at Northwestern University! PLEASE!

zephyr15
Sat, 19 Nov 2011 18:38:47 +0000

I think you’re probably asking a Guidance Counselor Question.

Having OCD mentioned may be a good idea, but it has to be coupled with the conclusion that it’s either under control, or that it won’t be a continuing impact on your academic performance (i.e., that you can do the work even with this).

My thought on an issue like this is that it’s best handled by having the GC write a letter mentioning that you have this, but have worked hard and had tremendous academic success nonetheless. Alternately, maybe having an MD (or a school psychologist if you have used one) sending in a statement – again emphasizing that you can do the work academically.

Other than that, it’s a very hard question. Congratulations on what you have accomplished despite this.