<p>And I understand that, and I’m sure that others do too. We’re just conveying what we BELIEVE. it’s not concrete.</p>
<p>You can BELIEVE whatever you want, and you can feed each others egos but it has absolutely NO bearing on the decision of who gets in and who gets rejected. So that brings me back to “Whats the point” . Why don’t you start a thread and ask your peers- What is the ONE thing that sets you apart from your peers that would add something to the school that is your number one choice? Something you have done for more than a year that requires hard work and determination. I bet most of these people would have a hard time answering that question.</p>
<p>I think we’re agreeing about the same thing.</p>
<p>I do believe that mrnephew is talking about the same thing. No one’s feeding anyone’s ego. W’re all trying to get into these schools and offering opinions on these.</p>
<p>It is very much grounded in " Here look at me, see all of the wonderful things I have done, my great grades, high test scores, great extra curricular activities " all done more for the resume rather than a genuine sincere interest in a cause or hooby. Chance me for Exeter Andover Deerfield Choate. The response- "You look very good, strong applicant, maybe you should take the ssat one more time so you can move the math score from 91 to 92. " The truth is- none of these comments back and forth do anything to advance the cause of getting accepted. It is borderline narcissistic. The origin of the word says it all- </p>
<p>Narcissism is a term that originated with Narcissus in Greek mythology who fell in love with his own image reflected in a pool of water. That is what I am trying to get you to realize.</p>
<p>I just feel as if you’re interpreting everything the wrong way. I’m sure everyone here wants to sincerely go to boarding school and are anxious, therefore posting chances. It’s not narcissism. You seem like a very pessimistic person.</p>
<p>I am a realist and I am certain that when March 10 comes around there is going to be a whole lot of kids who have no idea why they were rejected. This is because they place their hope in comments from people on this board. I have far more experience than your short 14 years. Like I said, I am a realist not a pessimist.</p>
<p>Well. You might be a realist but you’re definitely pessimistic. Everyone gets that the cances are slim. Confidence is good, even though it might be slightly misplaced.</p>
<p>Realists are what pessimists call themselves.</p>
<p>@needtoboard +1</p>
<p>Oh geez not even going there so back to the poster’s request although asian american students are less likely than african american students to be admitted all things being equal, all things never are equal. For example, if you are going to be a first generation college student in your family this is also something many colleges and prep schools seek including Exeter and is a strong hook. FYI for others Prep for Prep is a rigorous and competitive program and its members are heavily sought after by top tier schools. Regarding activities all schools understand that a family living in the NYC area (guessing - not sure if prep for prep is national but I know it exists in NY and NJ) and earning under 75k a year can not afford a decade of fencing and piano classes. Sometimes being a nice well- rounded kid with off the chart ssats like this girl has is more than enough.</p>
<p>I do not understand the obsession with Andover and Exeter. So aside from grades ssat’s and ec, why do you think you deserve to be admitted to one of these schools? What is your passion and what have you done that proves your point? Mrnephew? What will you bring to the class 2018 Matadorean? These answers will give you a much better idea of your “Chances”.</p>
<p>OP was one of 200 NYC students chosen from out of 6000 so she has already been accepted to a program more competitive than Exeter and florished. From the Prep for Prep site:Prep students largely come from New York City’s public schools. Over 500 schools nominate fifth-, sixth-, and seventh-graders who have scored in the top ten percent on statewide English Language Arts tests. From over 6,000 nominated students, approximately 150 fifth- and sixth-graders and 75 seventh-graders are admitted to our 14-month Preparatory Component. Successful completion of this demanding academic program is the first phase of the Prep for Prep journey and culminates in independent school enrollment.</p>
<p>I realize that the dialogue has strayed away from the original post. My question was directed to Mr Nephew and Matadorean. Regarding your post, the kids I know from Prep to Prep, even though it may be competitive to get accepted, the program does not guarantee success in some of the more rigorous BS programs. It may help get them accepted but the journey is far from over. Scoring in the top 10 percent on a NY state exam is hardly a great accomplishment. I would imagine after the initial qualifying, it may come down to a lottery.</p>
<p>First off, class of '17 not 18. And by what will I bring, are you talking about talents? Personality? Clarify your question. And I’m not applying to Exeter.</p>
<p>Ok, current Exeter student here.</p>
<p>I’ve realized that chancing is pointless. It just is. Looking at the kids who are in my class this year, I see that the majority of them are not the brilliant geniuses advertised on College Confidential. Really. So, just wait and forget. Live your life. Sleep. Because you want to stock up on that precious thing called sleep if you plan on going to boarding schools.</p>
<p>You will never ever know whether you will get in until March 10th, around 6:00 am, as I recall.</p>
<p>Well, unless you’re my classmate, whose dad donated close to a million dollars, give or take, to the school. I don’t think he needed a chance me.</p>
<p>Chancing really is pointless.</p>
<p>I agree. What will I bring to the class of '17? </p>
<p>My own experiences in living in five different countries and speaking four different languages.</p>
<p>Thank you Heartyew8613 you have validated what I have been saying. Matadorean do you realize that having that experience is not so isolated and it actually is not a reason to be accepted. Living in 5 different countries is not a passion, you obviously followed your parents so it wasn’t a choice! What have you thrown yourself into that shows a deep commitment to a sport, instrument or activity? Students who dabble in many things are not impressive, they scream- “I am building my resume”. SO back to the original question What is your passion?</p>
<p>Mr Nephew now that you agree that chancing is pointless- What is your passion and what have you done that proves your point? To further clarify- what instrument, sport, hobby or subject have you dedicated yourself to for more than a year that shows genuine interest and passion? Personality can not be assessed on this board, that comes from confidential recommendations and the interview. So MrNephew since you are a reapplicant to Andover what has changed in a year that should secure you a place in the class of “2017” not Exeter? You have given much advice through the chance me threads- now make a case on your own behalf!</p>