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<blockquote> <blockquote> <blockquote> <p>And if the same basic application is used for each school, then the same flaws in the application may torpedo chances for each school.<<</p> </blockquote> </blockquote> </blockquote>
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<p>I agree with this statement if the "same flaw" is a real app killer--uneven GPA/low test scores/lack of toughness of curriculum/disciplinary problems/a really dumbo essay. Applying to a zillion highly selective schools won't help a non-starter application gain traction.</p>
<p>But also agree with Coureur (with whom I rarely disagree) that "assuming the kid has high-end qualifications" (big assumption), a NO from one highly selective school does not necessarily mean a NO from all highly selective schools. But I have to say, when your kid gets that EA NO, he or she thinks that means that NO COLLEGE will ever accept him or her!</p>