dual-degrees at Penn?

kimathi
Sat, 23 Apr 2011 16:40:36 +0000

And I just want to say you don’t have to be perfect to get in; I know I wasn’t. Test scores and grades are only qualifications; you really want your essays, activities, and recommendations to make you stand out and show that you’re interested in both areas. Good luck!



As someone who was also admitted into the JF class of 2015, I just want to reiterate this. You do not need to be perfect to get in! I was far from perfect (read 2150 SAT score). I think the most important element of your dual degree application is your essay as you have to justify why you think it is for you. Moreso in this application than others, match is key. You can be very accomplished but if you do not show how you are a match for the program and the program is a match for you, mostly through your essay, you will not get in. :)

GL! I hope you figure out which you prefer and I further wish you success in you application! :)