<p>Well, since there is an Exeter Thread, I thought it would be a good idea to open up a formal thread to any Andover applicants. I am a first-year student at Andover, and I would love to answer any questions about the school, the application process, or anything else on your mind…</p>
<p>I’m thinking about applying and joining as an 11th grader. What exactly do they look for. Also, would it even be a good idea to try and adapt to it in the most important year?</p>
<p>I don’t want to steal 09’s thunder because this is his thread and all but in the interests of answering you question, I would say that it would be quite tough. I had trouble during my first trimester at Andover, (freshman fall was tough enough! Upper fall is exponentially more difficult even without transition issues) and I would be lying if I said you wouldn’t experience some sort of adjustment issues. I’d say go for it, however, I know a lot of people who spent just 2 years at Andover and had a phenomenal time, just be prepared for a bit of a battle at first. But hey, we have to work for the good things in life, right?</p>
<p>no problem xGods<em>Favoritex; anyone from andover feel free to respond. I basically agree with xGods</em>Favoritex, it is very hard to be accepted as a new upper. However, several people that I know have entered Andover in 11th grade, and have had no problem adjusting to the workload and environment. So hypergreenbean, if your up for the challenge: go for it!</p>
<p>Hi guys.</p>
<p>I’m applying to Andover and Exeter for freshman year. Current Andover students: What were your SSAT scores? Were you accepted into Exeter, as well?</p>