<p>I know that this won't ease anyone's mind. It certainly didn't when I was told this, but everyone who is here is definitely an amazing person. There is no doub thtat <i> everyone </i> that I have heard from is interesting and awesome and there is not a single person that I would not like to meet.</p>
<p>The thing is... if Yale denies us, it is truly their loss. When I spoke to my interviewer (the local ASC Director), he indicated that he thought that I had really great chances, but told me that he sees kids every year that he thinks will have no problems getting in denied, BUT it is those exact kids that are so motivated that they can accomplish tons of great things, no matter where they go.</p>
<p>As long as you have been doing amazing things FOR YOURSELF and NOT FOR THE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS PROCESS, you will not stop achieving great things and will eventually end up a successful, happy person - with or without Yale.</p>
<p>Good luck to everyone, but don't stress too much.</p>
<p>Aww that's very sweet. Thanks for reminding me. I'm not applying to Yale, but I applied Columbia ED... and waiting verrry patiently lol :)</p>
<p>I totally agree with you.
Success is what you make of it. Failure, on the other hand, is what you lack of it.. The future will always be bright if you work hard and believe in yourself.</p>
<p>Good luck all you Yalies :)</p>
<p>Thanks, DisplacedNewYorker. that was very sweet of you, and very true. good luck everyone. I spend so much time here that I feel like I know all of you! :)</p>
<p>I enjoy talking to all of you. I <3 my CC buddies!</p>
<p>I agree with all of this, but what it comes down to for me is that Yale is where I want to spend the next four years of my life. I know that going to Yale doesn't equal success in life... its how hard you work and you can work hard at any decent college and go on to succeed. I know that my reasons for wanting to go to Yale go way beyond "success"... I just want to be a part of something so special, so rich in tradition. I want to be able to say that I'm a Yalie.</p>
<p>Pre, you totally took the words right out of my mouth. That's exactly what I keep trying to tell people. Especially to all of the people who say, "Stop worrying! No matter what happens, you'll get into a good college and succeed!" This is not about acceptance. It's not about any sort of achievement. It's not about being able to say that you were accepted by Yale. Heck, even if Yale rejected me, I wouldn't be the least bit disappointed, provided that they would still let me spend four years there! Does that make sense?</p>
<p>And thanks, DisplacedNewYorker, that's sweet and very sound advice :)</p>
<p>You guys are the epitome of what I hope the future classes of Yale would be. Coming back from Cambridge after the Game, I was talking to my friend about the differences between Yale and Harvard. We agreed that it all came down to one thing: Harvard people see their undergraduate years as a means to an end, whereas Yale kids spend them as if they are THE end. Think we're being biased? One of my professors who have taught at both Harvard and Yale says that the major difference that she saw was that Harvard kids tend to be more grade-oriented while Yale kids are more energetic in discussions. In other words, Harvard kids want good undergraduate transcripts, while Yale kids seem to care more about the learning process.</p>
<p>Anyways, this isn't a plug for Yale, it's just a confirmation that if you feel like this is what you want from college, Yale is the place for you. Congratulations for applying, and I hope to see you next year.</p>
<p>Yes! Nervous, everything you just said corroborates my excessive love for Yale. It's all about L-E-A-R-N-I-N-G! I can't imagine a better way to spend four years than learning, studying, and exchanging ideas with about 5,000 of the most phenomenal people you'll ever meet (not to mention the teachers, campus, and incredible traditions). I certainly hope to see you next year :D</p>
<p>I have a quick question for you guys: did you all conduct research, save someone's life, or write a book? Because I feel like the only normal person here who has just gone to high school and not led an exciting double life. Maybe I shouldn't have applied to Yale...</p>
<p>To: pre1321 and bebere87
<em>Tear</em>
I didn't know that others felt the same way about Yale.....Before I came to this forum, the 4000 other EA applicants meant little to me but mere numbers. Not that I didn't know that they represented people, but now I can finally feel that we share a common bond.
When I first stepped foot through Phelp's Gate, I knew right then. I knew that I would like nothing more than to spend the next 4 years of my life in the nurturing, inspiring community that is Yale. Now, I know that this feeling is shared.......that others feel the same.
Now, I perceive rejection in a different way, because if I don't make it to Yale, I know that ppl like you will be taking my place. I will not feel or regret because ppl like you guys truly deserve a place.
But I hope to god we all make it.....
*cheers to you</p>
<p>I really hope that I get to see you all at Yale.</p>
<p>Ahhhh! I'm going to have a nervous breakdown having to wait STILL another two weeks.</p>
<p>It's nice to know other people are going through the same thing. Doesn't make me feel much better, but at least it's less lonely.</p>
<p>Sara7246, I can sympathize with your feeling unexceptional. My counselor recommended that I apply for the Robertson scholarship for Duke and UNC. Looking at the past winners, they've all done stuff like hand-fed orphans in Africa or raised thousand and thousands of dollars, and it made me feel totally inadequate.</p>
<p>Pre, Bellicious, DisplacedNewYorker, Sara, Llama, everyone:</p>
<p>I think I'm just as nervous for everyone that I've spoken to on this board as I am for myself...I so badly want us all to get in. I can't take the waiting! Just 13 more days...</p>
<p>It's so nice that we're nice to each other. (my... so much good that SAT prep has done for me :) ) I remember reading posts from the old forum that were super competitive. Someone asked about Harvard's bio program, and another poster told them that Harvard didn't even offer bio and that poster #1 shouldn't even apply. Poster #1 was confused until a third poster told him/her that poster#2 was just trying to keep poster #1 from applying so that poster #2 would have a better chance of getting in.</p>
<p>Whew. I hope what I typed just made sense.</p>
<p>Plenty of sense :)</p>
<p>llama, out of curiousity, are you from NC? I'm from Charlotte and I applied for the Robertson and the Morehead (to UNC)</p>
<p>Yah, I agree with everyone.</p>
<p>Not only do Yale kids seem like they are learning to learn, not to get grades, they seem like they enjoy life outside the classroom. My friend is a freshman, and I know that the kids have a good time and enjoy themselves and their peers... I'm psyched for the parties.</p>
<p>"I wanna be a Yalie" (to tune of "I wanna be sedated" by The Ramones) If Yalies are anything like the members on this board.. it will be absolutely amazing</p>
<p>No. I live in Austin, TX. I only applied to the Robertson because I was considering Duke and UNC as alternatives if (sob) Yale rejected me. Plus it's too much money to pass up.</p>
<p>Michelle...</p>
<p>13, 13, 13 more days to go...I WANNA BE A YALIE!!!
Nothin' to do and no where to go-o-oh, I WANNA BE A YALIE!!!</p>
<p>:D:D:D</p>