<p>Hi, I’m applying for Early Decision I this year. I find out whether I got in or not on the 15th, so I’m slightly freaking out. Have you visited Reed and interviewed? That’s rather important to them. If you’re willing to pay the application fee and you really put as much effort as you can muster into your Why Reed essay, then absolutely apply. It’s an incredible school - so much so that I have no idea what I’m going to do if I don’t get accepted. I’ve been reading threads from people who applied years ago, and people with your grades and scores have gotten in. But you need to prove to them how much you want to be there, with a stellar essay.</p>
<p>[Reed</a> Magazine: My Essay](<a href=“http://www.reed.edu/reed_magazine/autumn2006/features/my_essay/index.html]Reed”>Reed Magazine: My Essay)</p>
<p>Now, these essays are amazing. And there’s a reason that these were put on a pedestal. But while my essay was not nearly as well-written as these, I think they gave me perspective, which allowed me to tap into higher-level writing. Hopefully they do for you as well. =)</p>
<p>I hope to see you at Reed - good luck!</p>