If I Get Into Harvard, I Won't Deserve It

Colleges and Universities A-Z Harvard University
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<p>Hi Harvard,
It's me, your run-of-the-mill average college senior. When you looked at my college application earlier this year, you probably asked yourself: "Why did this guy even apply hear, is he aware that he isn't intellectually capable to withstand the academic rigor of such a prestigious school"? (or something of the sort) Maybe it was the 22 on the ACT, or perhaps it was the 3.8 GPA...oh yeah, and the lack of college credits; y'know, those terrible AP scores that were (fittingly) the topic of my personal statement? Yes, THOSE. Coincidentally, the personal statement was probably the strong suit of the app. I remember typing the first lines like it were yesterday: "Everything I tried I failed to meet my standards." Yes, I was the guy that decided to self study 3 APs, and saw my failure as a personal triumph. I described my experiences as "...an [enriching], well-rounded academic experience that not many people get as a high school sophomore." I proclaimed in my personal statement that this moment in my high school carer made me "...realize what hard work really meant." But to be honest, Harvard, I was always the kid that couldn't score high enough on those dreaded standardized tests. This "lesson" was just a broken record to me--I've seen this movie way too many times, and I'm fed up with myself and my abilities. </p>

<p>2 weeks after I wrote my statement, I went and took the ACTs for the first time. I took the SATs twice before that and got around 1400 both times(and yes, I'm counting writing too) I knew this was a biggie for me...I spent months prepping for it(just like the APs) but, I knew this time it would be different--it would be my time to shine. A month later, I received a 22. Apparently that was good enough to get into Drexel, Hofstra, WVU, and a couple state satellites, but you know what Harvard? To hell with those schools, because all that mattered to me for as long as I was conscious about schools was you.</p>

<p>I ended the statement like this: "if life’s a stage and we’re all actors, why can’t I audition on Broadway?" </p>

<p>I have no reservations, because I know you are the best that any college-bound can ever go to. But, if you do afford me the opportunity of a lifetime (despite my statistical shortcomings) I really do not deserve it. And Harvard, It Hurts.</p>

<p>See you on the 29th--
you've lifetime love interest:
Tmick62</p>

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<p>I very much agree with you. If you get into Harvard there’s probably some poor soul who deserves it more than you that the system overlooked.</p>

<p>That would certainly be the case with me. But I’m not gonna be the martyr I very much hope they overlook some poor soul and accept me. In fact, if my divinations are correct they will. </p>

<p>Read my post. </p>

<p>Have hope. </p>

<p>Smile. Life’s good.</p>

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<p>Tmick, whatever happens happens nomsaiyn. You’re most likely a great dude, and your life isn’t worth XYZ diploma, or whatever your peers may say. </p>

<p>5’s on AP’s are awesome, but 5’s in life are much more important, and it seems like you have em’.</p>

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<p>I know that my little quip kind of undermines the greater point you were trying to make, philosophical or philanthropic. But I do believe it, really. What happens, happens. So smile and move on.</p>

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<p>I you actually did get into Harvard would you say that??? Considering the fact that Harvard’s application process is holisitic can lead you to assume that they take more into account than what you think. Getting into Harvard for anyone is a crapshot and for those who do get in they should be proud that they did, you must be 'Some Kind Of Wonderful" to be there!!! Get over yourself and bask in the moment!!! Alot of the ****ers on CC could care less if you got into Harvard or not because they want that spot for themselves or their rich friend from the Hamptons, I would not sweat it!!! Besides wherever you go to school, you do not ever have to refer to those stupid test scores, GPA, or lackluster EC’s ever again, YOU MADE IT!!! and it is a chance for a new start!!!</p>