Hey everyone! I’m creating this thread for anyone interested in applying to LEDA. LEDA is a selective, all-expenses paid, seven-week summer program at Princeton that helps students from low-income backgrounds apply to and succeed at the nation’s top universities. I am a scholar from Cohort 14, so feel free to ask me any of your questions!
Highly recommend this program, it changed my life. The deadline to apply is December 10! This program is highly selective so I suggest you start your application–especially the essays–as soon as possible.
What’s the acceptance rate last year?
@JKMSNJ They didn’t release the acceptance rate for last year as far as I know, but it was 12% for Cohort 13. Don’t let that discourage you from applying, though!
I’ve started my application. My extracurriculars are weak and I’m only in the top 12% but that’s up from last year. Still, I feel good.
Hi! I looked at the info for more information, but I couldn’t really find much detail about the program. Can you give insight into what the program is about and how it works? @berd2k @Linfield746
@frgiven Here’s a website for more information on the program
http://ledascholars.org/our-program/leda-scholars-program/
Also, LEDA cohort 14 scholars posted vlogs on youtube! Here are the links:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UF9tKHGUsLI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Z7LVU4HovQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2l-HuHfC5U
@Totoro101 Thanks! Did you attend the program?
I have started the application but I am so scared. I feel like I am not good enough.
How do you guys feel about applying
I’m applying now and I’m so scared bro, like i just really want to get into this program
@Faithfulandjoyus what part are you on
finished my essays and am reviewing it and editing it
reviewing my two essays
Hey everyone! I can also answer any questions too! I’m a part of Leda Cohort 14!
what can I do to make my application stand out
The best thing you can do in your application is be genuine! The admissions staff would really like to know about your experiences and develop your self-reflection with vivid and explicit detail.
@cvnicism how do i join the group me?
@lavaice343 it’s funny how we are the only two new applicants here
@Faithfulandjoyus did you turn in your application?