Hey there, fellow Hendrix shoppers ...

<p>So, has everyone made their final decisions? Is Hendrix still in the running? Sent in those deposits yet? Let's face it, we're all waiting to hear Hays results, aren't we? So, how are you passing the time as the clock is ticking?</p>

<p>Just trying not to think about it too much. My interview went great, but out of 93+ candidates? I'm mostly waiting to see what they figure my need-based aid to be, and awating other schools' final 'offers' to see what's what.</p>

<p>I don't expect the Hays (horrible terrible awful dreadful interview), but Hendrix is still my least expensive school by far. It's still in the running, but I'm waiting to hear from (and visit!) a bunch of my schools.</p>

<p>Splashmom, when are they supposed to hear? I was hoping pretty quickly. It could make a difference to my immediate travel plans.</p>

<p>Originally, I was under the impression that the students would be notified within two weeks of the presentation/interview, but Texasmom said she thought it was supposed to be by the end of this week.</p>

<p>acc_bound, I'm sorry you feel your interview did not go well. Try not to feel too badly ... my dd's presentation did not go well, either ... technical glitch with computer/multi-media player. </p>

<p>Yes, froho, there were many qualified candidates, weren't there? I was so impressed with all of the students who were there ... all are very deserving.</p>

<p>I was also impressed with the 'contestants', as well as many of their parents. Even though I test well I'm considered to be a pretty 'normal' guy, and I was afraid that this was going to appear to be an audition for "Geek Patrol". To the contrary, I found any numbers of students whom I would like to have as future classmates. What's your take on how many of them were here only for the competition [I'll go to Hendrix if they give me a free ride] vs. how many have Hendrix in their final 2-3? I know they're in mine, depending upon respective finaid packages. [As a side note, I appreciate the generosity of spirit that many of you parents demonstrate by wishing the rest of us well - it's hard for me to root for somebody else who may be taking my 'spot', and I think you show great kindness and character by doing so.]</p>

<p>As much as I would love for my daughter to be the recipient of one of those scholarships, I cannot take away from the other students. To know that everyone there was in the top 1% was very impressive. Everyone has the desire within to win, but there is no way any of us can say there was even one student there who didn't deserve to be. </p>

<p>I did get the impression that some of the competitors would be considering other schools if they don't get the Hays, but there is no way I can venture a guess as to how many. Hendrix is absolutely in my dd's top two, especially since she applied to two schools only. Although she has an overnight visit scheduled for the "other" school in late March, Hendrix has been the school in her heart since September. When she is there, she is very much in her element and she has said how wonderful it would be to have classmates like those students who were there for the Hays scholarship weekend. </p>

<p>Let's all keep our fingers crossed!</p>

<p>I'm actually kinda glad I won't get the Hays, because with my merit scholarship alone we can afford it. I'd rather the Hays go to someone who really wants to go but would have serious problems attending without it.</p>

<p>(and I'm positive I'm not going to get it. In the interview, I said "I want to go to Beloit because..." D'OH! Too many interviews too close together!)</p>

<p>Does anyone know when the financial aid packages are coming out? Not the merit but the need based??? I'm curious to see how they structure grants, loans, and work study.</p>

<p>I'd like to know that too, Texasmom. I would think they would be coming out soon, but I don't recall that being addressed last weekend. Darn, something we could have asked, but didn't think to do.</p>

<p>The fin aid officer told our group that he was sending out fa letters starting last week. I imagine that those packages for the Hayes kids would be held up until they figure out who gets it.</p>

<p>I'll go 1st. Got the call last night. Didn't get it. Knew the odds were ridiculous, but still seriously bummed. Have a substantially more lucrative offer from a school I don't like as well. I'm too young to be making life choices like this. WHEN WILL THE FINAID LETTERS COME OUT????</p>

<p>I'm sorry to hear your news, froho. DD hasn't received a call yet, but I guess we should expect one soon as it sounds like they've started. You are so right in that this is a huge decision to make. Yes, you are young, but you've got a great head on your shoulers as evidenced by your stats to get you invited to such a weekend to begin with. As I tell my dd on a regular basis, "You may change your mind 100 times in the next couple of years about what you think you want to do with your life. You're just 17-years-old. It's okay." I know you will make the right decision as to which school suits your needs the best. Hang in there and good luck!</p>

<p>Splashmom - thanks for the kind words. Maybe it's good news that yours hasn't heard yet - maybe she's on some sort of waiting list, while I was merely an EARLY 'cut'. Best of luck to you and her.</p>

<p>Thanks, froho! Although we hope she hears something positive, I'm afraid her presentation didn't go very smoothly (technical glitch). Please keep us informed as to what your school plans are. I look forward to hearing more from you here on the Hendrix threads.</p>

<p>My D hasn't yet heard about the Hays, but she finally told me something last night that had her seriously reconsidering Hendrix anyway. </p>

<p>She flew into Little Rock for the Hays weekend and the Admin Office sent a student to pick her up. His conversation back to Conway consisted of telling her how cool the drug scene was at Hendrix and about Wednesday drunk nites and the rest of the party scene. Although she was sure he was mostly trying to impress her with how cool he was, it really turned her off. She's not naive, she knows there are drugs on any campus, but he sounded like it was a major part of the Hendrix student culture, and if you weren't into that, you weren't going to be happy there.</p>

<p>The girl who took her on a tour last summer didn't seem like that type at all. D enjoyed the rest of the weekend, and really liked the professors she met, but it was definitely a downer in an otherwise nice experience.</p>

<p>I think kids will find friends with similar interests at school. If kids are doing drugs then they will gravitate to the ones who do drugs...if they drink and party, likewise. If they don't, then they will find the kids who are into the same things they are. There is a really good post from valuable1212 on the dorms thread that gives a good description of the various dorms and the students they attract. Your D might want to read it. I know when my S stayed in Martin, he told me there was no way he would live there.<br>
Maybe she should do an overnight to get a feeling for the campus.
Just a thought. :)</p>

<p>It is disheartening to hear the student who transported your daughter from the airport chose to talk about drugs and alcohol versus Hendrix itself. Sadly, I think drugs and alcohol can be found on any campus across America, but I certainly don't think that is represenative of the school itself. Quite honestly, when this process is over, I would be very tempted to inform the admissions office of this conversation. I seriously doubt they would want that particular student acting as a host to any future students. I agree that he was probably trying to impress her, but how sad is it that a student thinks a prospective student would be impressed by alcohol and drugs versus a challenging academic program. Let's face it, the kids who were there for the Hays weekend are in the top 1% of students ... I have a feeling they all care very much about their academics, and if drugs, alcohol and parties were on their list of priorities, they would probably choose an in-state school versus Hendrix. I'd like to think that the top priority on any kid's list who applies to Hendrix is strong academics. I hope your dd won't let that one particular student have too much of an impact on her decision. Good luck!</p>

<p>frazzledmom, I can tell you that the reputation of Hendrix here in Arkansas is definitely <em>not</em> that of a "party school." I'm sure that drugs/drinking are available, just as they are on most college campuses. If he was trying to impress your dd, he sure went about it the wrong way! That would have turned off my dd, too. I hope she doesn't let his opinions color her overall view of the school.</p>

<p>Just curious ArkansasMom,
What is the rep for Hendrix in Arkansas?</p>