<p>Does Dartmouth only take the highest verbal and math and look at them separately or do they look at combined score?</p>
<p>And does anyone know the 25-75% range for Dartmouth ADMITTEE'S verbal scores? thx</p>
<p>Combinded highest.</p>
<p>If you're not an athlete (recruited) or legacy or URM I believe it is about 730 avg. verbal.</p>
<p>haha awesome, that's what I got.</p>
<p>darn, i am study with a 600V :(
do you think a 700 writing will help the verbal a little?
but then again they are in the same percentile. darn
why couldn't i just learn english :(</p>
<p>From The Dartmouth College Guide for District Enrollment Directors</p>
<p>The Enrollment Challenge</p>
<p>The college admissions process is far more complex and competitive than it was a generation ago. Admission to Dartmouth is highly selective. The competition for admission is a function of both the number of applicants as well as their outstanding credentials. A large and well-qualified applicant pool offers Dartmouth the opportunity to enroll a first-year class that is not only very capable, but also broad in the variety of backgrounds, talents, and interests presented. Our approach to the review of applications is both thoughtful and thorough, recognizing that the mix of accomplishments, interests, and potential varies for each individual. The Admissions Officers have developed the process into an art rather than a science. Our evaluation always balances the tangible record of academic accomplishment as represented by such factors as grades, test scores, and rank in class information, with the more intangible human qualities that will enrich the Dartmouth community.</p>
<p>How important are SAT scores?</p>
<p>SAT scores are just one of many components of each students application. Median SAT scores have recently been in the range of 1420-1440. If a candidate is below 1300, statistically speaking their probability of admission is lower, but they may have other outstanding qualities or accomplishments which outweigh the SAT. Conversely, a student who is above 1500 statistically has a better chance, but is certainly not assured of admission.</p>
<p>What are the most important qualities the Admissions Office is looking for?</p>
<p>This is a very complex question that cannot be done justice in a short paragraph. Dartmouth receives many times more qualified applicants than it can accept, so the process is one of choosing from among many very qualified applicants. Admissions Officers spend a great deal of time reading every component of each candidate's application. Personal information and essays are important. Admissions Officers also look for strong faculty recommendations and a high school transcript that shows consistently high achievement. Interviewers should realize that Dartmouth must turn down thousands of candidates who are fully qualified and would be excellent students at Dartmouth.</p>
<p>As part of the interview process the interviewer is trying to assess the following:</p>
<p>Intellectual Engagement and Curiosity</p>
<p>Please comment on the candidates demonstrated intellectual engagement: i.e. curiosity, academic experiences that have impacted his/her thinking, love of learning, creativity, depth of thought, breadth of awareness, and articulateness in idea expression. Also, please cite specific examples from your conversation (other than rank-in-class, grade-point-average, SAT/ACT scores, etc.) to support your observations.</p>
<p>[ul]
[<em>] How has the candidate challenged him/herself intellectually?
[</em>] How does the candidate demonstrate even greater potential for growth?
[<em>] What are the distinguishing features of the candidate's academic accomplishments?
[</em>] What has the candidate learned through his/her academic endeavors?
[/ul]</p>
<p>Commitment and Personal Motivation in Activities</p>
<p>Dartmouth seeks candidates who have demonstrated talent, tenacity, commitment, leadership, and the potential to make a positive, significant contribution to the College community. In this light, please comment on the candidates one or two most significant extracurricular activities or other involvements to which s/he has been devoted, and note any outstanding achievements.</p>
<p>[ul]
[<em>] How does the candidate use his/her free time?
[</em>] What is the quality of the candidate's activities?
[<em>] How has the candidate distinguished him/herself in his/her extracurricular activities?
[</em>] What motivates the candidate to participate in these activities?
[<em>]What has the candidate learned through these extracurricular endeavors?
[</em>] How could the candidate contribute to the Dartmouth community?
[/ul]</p>
<p>Character</p>
<p>Please provide your impressions of the candidate in relation to such qualities as initiative, responsibility, tolerance, resilience, integrity, independence, and maturity. We welcome especially an example or two of any specific events, unusual circumstances, or life experiences shared by the candidate which provide insight into relative strengths and weaknesses.</p>
<p>[ul]
[<em>] What personal qualities distinguish this candidate from others?
[</em>] How does the candidate perceive himself/herself or others?
[li] Are there any extenuating circumstances of which the Admissions Office should be aware?[/li][/ul]</p>
<p>Summary Analysis</p>
<p>This statement should support your overall assessment of the candidate. In the context of other candidates you have known, how does this student compare as a potential Dartmouth undergraduate? What transpired during your meeting that most justifies your summary rating?</p>
<p>Overall assessment - does the candidate have potential to be a contributor in the Dartmouth community? In what ways?</p>
<p>haha " why couldn't I just learn English."</p>
<p>Combinded highest.</p>
<p>by that do you mean highest in one sitting? or combined highest v and m?</p>
<p>sybbie-- i love that post. I did expect to see point values assigned after each category, though! I guess I think of all college applicants as just things to be assessed... rather negative, I know, but it'll probably change after April. Hoping.</p>