Sure, that is possible they were yield protecting.. I also think that happens less than people think and generally only if kid puts in little to no effort or DI. In this case I happened to know the family and they did visit (from out of town)… They were not a shoe-in for Harvard…at all.
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Not possible to become unrejectable.
You write an essay on string theory and artichokes which is funny and wry and clearly demonstrates your writing, math, and observational skills.
And the committee groans, “OMG, not another artichoke essay, someone tell ChatGPT to stop with the artichokes!”
You did NOT use AI. But the last 49 applicants did.
You cannot control the outcome. But you can make sure you’ve got rock solid affordable options! And then head off happy and excited that you’re going to college.
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You see yourself getting into MIT and Cal Tech. So why are you asking opinions.
You’ve already been accepted - in your mind.
And you aren’t interested in trying to figure out, if I don’t get in, where can I afford to go.
So I’m not sure your purpose here. Can you explain it?
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I already mentioned that. UofT or Waterloo. The aim here is how to improve my odds on MIT or Caltech.
No - you were very - like insulted at those two.
I don’t think you’ve asked or gotten info on improving your odds. You’ve just stated - you’ve done more for entry than nearly any person on planet earth.
So you might rephrase what you’re asking - and take the feedback vs. boasting.
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So, may I rephrase the question: How do I improve my odds?
IMO Gold.
Ok. Either that or Putnam t25?
Sure.
Ok, I’ll try.
Good luck!
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Understanding Caltech’s Standardized Testing Requirements
You do need to understand how Caltech now uses test scores in their selection process: Bucket A, Bucket B, Bucket C & below. Perfect scores of 36 on the ACT & 800 on the SAT are not Academic Distinctions.
This is stated under Our selection process at MIT.
At MIT, we try to be as transparent as possible about our admissions process. If you have any questions, just ask.
Potential applicants are encouraged to e-mail admissions@mit.edu
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I know that.
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For Putnam…you have to be enrolled in college level courses to compete as a HSer, and that’s not clear from your OP. Also, if you do compete this December, that will use one of your four years of eligibility…meaning you won’t be able to compete all four years in college. Good luck!
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Caltech uses a specific holistic process.
Based on your comments here, your “fit” doesn’t coincide with their small school.
When our son was admitted, and we met with admissions staff, during orientation, they mentioned the “why” he was admitted. It’s different for every admitted student. They create a class according to each student. We know why they wanted him.
He was admitted, with full funding, everywhere he applied except at Caltech, which we paid in full.
They had a limited budget for students because their funds supported the research and staff.
You have to fit the school or it won’t work.
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So, what now? It is just Putnam t25 and no-one would really care about “fit” or what? I already have a job as a math tutor, so that should cover the job side of fit.
Since the OP doesn’t seem to be open to any advice, and they still haven’t clarified contradicting statements that they have made, I am shutting down this thread.
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