To those denied admission:

amplifiar842
Tue, 31 Mar 2009 23:54:44 +0000

You guys should be PROUD. Because you, unlike so many others APPLIED. So many people say of Harvard, “Probably won’t get in. Why bother?”

Nothing ventured nothing gained.

Also, you’re just as good as everyone who was accepted. They are not any better than you. Seriously, in all likelihood, you have the same scores…grades…courseload…lovely essays…class rank…sparkling recommendations…extra curriculars…leadership positions. If anyone tries to tell you otherwise, tell him to stuff it!

Ivy admissions are completely luck of the draw, because almost all of their applicants are qualified. The admissions officers even admit this!

So give yourself a pat on the back!

Congratulate yourselves :-)

And have a lovely time at your next-in-line college (often a better match, believe it or not)!