Do those mass e-mails from colleges mean anything?

geek_mom
Tue, 03 Feb 2009 10:51:14 +0000

OdeToArsenal:

So does receiving an e-mail from these colleges mean anything?

It means your email address is on a marketing list and you’ll probably receive plenty of college spam. It doesn’t mean guaranteed (or even “likely”) admission or institutional scholarships. Do they want you to apply – sure. Is that the same as wanting you – no. They won’t know whether they want you until/unless they see your application in the pool. Apply to the colleges that seem well suited to your academic interests, personal preferences, and strengths. Good luck!