Could I get into an Ivy League?

maria55
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 00:36:32 +0000

Dear Dasha,You are a great student and you did everything you could! Unfortunately, college admission in USA is not a fair game. Unlike Russia, Europe, or China, college admission in USA is NOT merit based. A lot depends on the circumstances that you cannot control - the color of your skin or the VIP status of your parents. If your parents can donate millions of dollars or have high profile friends (politicians or VIPs), then Ivys will accept you. If not … you are a smart student, you are doing great, and you will be successful in life! Please, do not take it personal if Stanford rejects you. You did all the right things … but admission game is not fair. IMHO.