<p>Does it actually help your chances to be accepted to a university or college by emailing them to show your interest in the school and/ or visiting the school and attending meetings? I am just curious as to whether this sometimes will make a difference for a student, especially if someone is on the bubble.</p>
<p>I think it varies from school to school;
While I was probably more than qualified to be accepted through SMU's ED plan, I think contact w/ admissions sealed the deal. I interviewed, visited, and emailed to the AC frequently. They heavily encouraged it during the AC talk/tour- that interaction helps the AC distinguish between the last-minute applicant who got deferred ED and the one of equal academic accomplishment who has been interested all along. Colleges want kids who are going to take their offers- not reject them once they hear good news from Harvard. </p>
<p>On the other hand, I did the same thing for Wake Forest and got deferred ED. I visited, "interviewed," kept in touch (I even have the alumni card) but never really heard much from them. I think it may make a difference in RD, when there is a mich wider pool of students. In ED (particularly binding), every student is obviously interested in the school.</p>
<p>Sorry to bore you with my experiences :) But honestly, it can't hurt to make yourself stand out. It's not going to completely change your chances, but if it comes down to you and another (equal) student, it may give you the edge</p>
<p>Best wishes with your college selection</p>
<p>Your insight helped and it wasn't boring dont worry. Im applied to Penn State- UP, its just rolling admissions and a large applicant pool so hopefully it will help.</p>