<p>Basically I am a swimmer and applying for 9th grade, I hold the district record for 2 swimming events. I just contact the head coach at several top boarding schools ,they told me that I will fit in their's program perfectly and invite me to visit the school and keep in touch with him for my application process progress. Does that mean I got an edge at the admission? How to contact with them about my application process, I really don't know what kind of the e-mails do they expect me to send to them regarding my application.</p>
<p>Do you have an edge? Perhaps, but maybe no more edge than other good swimmers, star football players, 1st chair clarinet, or really fast runners. </p>
<p>If these schools have an extremely competitive swim team and it carries more weight than other teams/activities, than that coach may have more pull than other coaches. </p>
<p>All schools want students that will contribute to the school in some way. Your contribution can be on the swim team. Are there other ways you can contribute? Academically or other sports? </p>
<p>When you schedule your interview contact both the coach and the admissions office and the admissions office will arrange a meeting with the coach during your visit. </p>
<p>As far as emails after the interview, you can keep in touch by sending the coach meet results ect..</p>
<p>swimmer, good you made contact. it gives you an edge if you have decent grades, scores and interviews. but if they dont need swimmers at a certain school this year then you have no edge. a school may need a bunch of swimmers one year then squash players the next. bit of luck needed i guess.</p>
<p>Thanks.
But I really don’t know what kind of the e-mails do they expect me to send to them regarding my application and how can I determine if I have an edge at the admission?</p>
<p>I would say to just start the normal admission process, and then talk to some of the coaches to put in a good word for you. That’ll probly give you an edge.</p>
<p>There’s nothing wrong with sending them updates on your meets (assuming you did well) or letting them know your schedule if you are in their area. Other than that, there’s really not much else you can do. It’s a “hook” for sure but like others have said, only if your particular strength is needed for the school. </p>
<p>I wouldn’t overload them with emails - just drop friendly notes every once in a while and ask them to contact you if they need further information. When you’re ready to submit your application, send them one more email telling them how much you appreciate their help in the application process and that you look forward to being part of their team if accepted. That will show them that if they do intervene on your behalf, it’s not in vain. It’s always good to have someone in your corner. </p>
<p>i wrote the coaches and asked if they wanted to see game film. they all said yes. i also updated them on my team’s progress through the state championship and regional championship games. it was a good thing for me to do.</p>