Should I mention my dream school on college application?

DadTwoGirls
Mon, 31 Jan 2022 03:29:03 +0000

thumper1:

There are way better ways to discuss WHY this school is a top consideration

That is how I feel also.

If you even have a dream university, you should have a very good reason why it is your dream university. You should understand what is different about that school and what factors makes that school a good fit for you. If you know this, then you can talk about these factors (whatever they are) without using the phrase “dream school”.

I did have a “dream school” when applying to graduate programs. I did not get in. I went to a different university which was in fact higher ranked for my major and turned out to be a better fit for me.