College for an Introvert

turtletime
Sun, 03 Nov 2013 20:44:32 +0000

I think maybe you are making assumptions about who these kids are. Yes, some introverts are shy and quiet but only some. Others compartmentalize their lives so that they can enjoy social interaction and group activity and then recharge in their own sanctuary of solitude (this is me and my daughter.) Many leaders are introverted. Believe it or not, many performers are introverts. Studies show 75 perfect of intellectually gifted people are introverted. Your daughter will not be alone in her introversion in college. She just may need to have a game plan for how to find her solace while surrounded by people.

If she’s shy, that’s a different sort of thing. I do feel for her. While I don’t agree that colleges are looking for extroverts specifically, the highly selective schools do seem to focus on kids who are out in front. That’s not particularly fair in my book. I agree with others… a smaller LAC would be good. I’m sure your daughter has something valuable to offer any campus. It’s all about how you package those traits in the application!

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