Save a drowning college applicant...please

limabeans
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:49:55 +0000

Think about why you call this, “a situation”. It’s not at all unusual for kids to have to care for a younger sibling. Only add this if you have an interesting story about why you were the primary caregiver.

The adcoms are not looking to accept the most popular or the most social, so even though you’ve been busy with family responsibilities, that won’t necessarily keep you from getting accepted.

I suggest you elaborate about your achievements and awards. Much more positive.