Is it easier to get into Smith or Bryn Mawr?

phanatic
Sun, 15 May 2011 22:36:58 +0000

My very dear friend CMK92 goes to Bryn Mawr and I’ve asked her to come and voice her opinion. Let’s see if she shows up.

I wouldn’t say that one school is going to desire you for being a violinist just because of the school. It will have much more to do with the appearance of the class of 2016. If Bryn Mawr has accepted a bunch of violinists similar to you by the time they reach your application, they might be less likely to tip your application into the accepted pile. If Smith has accepted very few violinists, you might be just what they’re looking for. Bryn Mawr apparently has very good musical programs, and Smith’s orchestra is really quite excellent as well.

I have heard nothing but good things about the Smith gov department from my friends interested in gov majors. My friend at Bryn Mawr is a poli sci major and has had a very rewarding and challenging experience as well. Personally, I think the Bryn Mawr poli sci department sounds like it might offer more interesting courses than Smith’s gov department, but your mileage may and will vary.

I can’t help but think that if you’re unsure about which college to which you should submit an ED application, then–with all due respect–you ought not to be applying ED.