I opted out of matching with a college for Questbridge, but I was named a Finalist. However, I received this email from Dartmouth -
We know you have chosen not to participate in the National College Match, but as you determine your list of colleges, we strongly encourage you to submit an application to Dartmouth.
Is this significant in any way? The ED deadline passed, so it shouldn’t matter, right?
I’d call them right away, and find out if you can still apply ED. With deadline passed, I wouldn’t assume anything, but there is always RD if they say they can’t accept your ED 1 app.
None whatsoever. It’s simply marketing.
@skieurope I have a different perspective. Dartmouth feels this applicant has a chance – it’s no guarantee however. QB finalists are very valued and they definitely want to see the OP’s application.
OP: if D is a serious consideration, then go ahead and apply RD. But don’t do it simply for ego.