Ask directors of signature programs how selective they are. I was surprised when the director of the robotics program told my son varsity players are not welcome to his program as the program requires time commitment outside of class hours. His statement was contradictory to what admission offices “sell” to families of admitted students - a multi talented well-rounded student. Directors of advanced science program were outright clear the program is very selective and the program is not for someone to see their fit to scientific exploration. It sounded as if the program is for someone who is pursuing PHD. I found their stance very intimidating and contradictory to things the admission officers tell prospective students. We found these facts after the school started.
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