what is YALE looking for

mistofthekane
Thu, 18 Dec 2008 16:17:47 +0000

I’m pretty sure that once you’re across the GPA/SAT threshold, the rest is more important. As an Asian, I had a B, took the SAT thrice to get my score, and had a smattering of 4s and one 3 on AP tests. My SAT IIs were nowhere near the 800/800/790 range we usually see on CC. I wasn’t focused on one thing, but had two huge focuses - science and business leadership. National awards definitely help, and I think my national leadership position helped tip me over the edge. But like someone said, essays are pretty important, and should display your intellectual vitality. Basically, be a human. Not that those who weren’t admitted aren’t human…

I’m iffy about my recommendations. Don’t think they were stellar. Good, but not great.