How to get into Bowdoin?!

BenjaminBraddock
Wed, 31 Jul 2013 13:51:34 +0000

Laurenjo, you shouldn’t be this pessimistic about your chances. The way I see it, Bowdoin is a reach for you but I would never go as far as to say that you have ‘approximately a 0% chance of getting in.’ I would suggest taking the SAT if you know you can achieve a good score (even though it is optional, it would add to your application especially if you can get around 2100 and above). Also work on your recs. I feel that I got in because I had amazing recs. You say you have done an internship in the area you are passionate about. Maybe get your supervisor to write you a personalized recommendation. Also try and arrange for an interview. If you think Bowdoin is THE absolute one place for you, make sure the College knows this when reviewing your application. In the end, going that extra mile in showing your passion( I know this must sound cliched but it is true nonetheless) for a particular school always help. Applying ED might also be a good idea if you are positive there is no other College for you that comes close to Bowdoin