<p>No question that the admissions process has gotten extra-stressful – for applicants, parents, and school counselors. Not to mention today’s overloaded adcoms. Much tenser I think than when we knew far less about school rankings, SAT ranges, particulars about our competition…</p>
<p>At the same time, there’s also so much more info available these days for putting together a list after deciding which schools offer the best fit. From College Board to College ******* to Fiske to USNW … and on and on. And don’t forget to look carefully at college websites to see what’s being offered, professor bios, majors, etc.</p>
<p>A few years ago, a Swarthmore psych professor suggested that schools should hold lotteries open to all applicants considered “good enough.” It could do away with
much of the stress. And leave lots more time for summer fun!</p>
<p>Please spend time enjoying the summer – whether you’re applying or getting ready
for freshman year … Good luck to all!</p>