<p>Kevin,</p>
<p>I think you are being a little naive, and there is no way to know what you said “for a fact.” Certainly academic standards are not “waived” for athletes, but athletic talent and the support of a coach can make the difference between one applicant and another.</p>
<p>But when you think about it, how is that any different than a student who was a great debater in high school, a great musician, a great actor, or anything else that might add to the school’s culture and atmosphere? Would anyone be shocked if the drama coach recommends a great actor who can contribute to the theater program?</p>
<p>All of that said, everyone on here is correct that no one is getting in who does not already have a very competitive application. In that sense it is a different experience than DI.</p>