<p>Keep in mind that Swarthmore is a VERY small school. They have to reject many, many qualified students simply because 1. there is no room at the inn and 2. they have to create a diversified campus. If you happen to be a lefthanded tuba player and that’s what they need, you’re in. If they already have five, you’re out. No reflection on you, just the luck of the draw.</p>