<p>Philharmonic just posted a really interesting pbs video (on another thread) about Amherst College and the process they go through to admit students. I think you will enjoy viewing it. It is a couple of years old but I am sure it still applies today. Thanks Phil!</p>
<p>Here is the link:</p>
<p>[The</a> Merrow Report- The Best and the Brightest on The NewsHour](<a href=“http://www.pbs.org/merrow/tv/newshour/amherst.html]The”>http://www.pbs.org/merrow/tv/newshour/amherst.html)</p>
<p>definitely worth watching...though its a bit too late for some of us now</p>
<p>Amen to that!</p>
<p>At the very beginning it says "the class of 2008" so I am thinking the date on the page is incorrect. But still.. Great piece but makes one wonder what they might emphasize on S's application.</p>
<p>this is an old tape but I think still instructive</p>
<p>I believe that the reference to the class of 2008 was referring to the graduating date for the class being admitted in 2004</p>
<p>wow they all vote so quickly</p>
<p>Ahh.. that makes sense MidwestDad.. ha! I swear my son is much smarter than me! :)</p>
<p>Good video.</p>
<p>everytime i watch this i'll feel a little worried and afraid...</p>
<p>I felt nauseous when a B- almost ruined that kid's chances...</p>
<p>"I felt nauseous when a B- almost ruined that kid's chances..."</p>
<p>^Same here.</p>
<p>I probably have a very very low chance getting in.</p>