<p>My opinion, but admissions around the country are whacky. Grades, SAT scores alone, won’t guarantee admissions at any school, any more. Students have to “sell” themselves in their essays, recommendations, and possibly more important, in their interest in schools. Daughter was accepted to W&M and UVA. UVA was ranked higher on her list of choices but she chose W&M after admitted students day. UVA’s Day on the Lawn was so disorganized, crowded, unfriendly event. W&M, from the moment we pulled into parking and had smiling students directing traffic, sold her on this school. Wacky admissions? Who knows, but thank you! Looking forward to the next four years.</p>