<p>cheer up man its not the end of the world</p>
<p>The amount of rejections is staggering. I only thought they rejected kids EA who they were SURE would get rejected RD. I can't believe this.</p>
<p>*Decision: Accepted *</p>
<p>Stats:[ul]
[<em>] SAT: 730 CR, 800 M, 800 W
[</em>] SAT IIs: 790 Math II, 780 US History, 750 Bio E
[<em>] GPA: 4.43
[</em>] Rank: 1/500
[<em>] Courses: Basically took the hardest courseload at my high school, plus A-period jazz band, plus higher math courses at our community college
[/ul]Subjective:[ul]
[</em>] Essays: Candid, honest, showed my passions for music and science, so reasonably good, I would think.
[<em>] Teacher Recs: Pretty dang good.
[</em>] Counselor Rec: Pretty dang good.
[<em>] Hook (if any): Amazing supplementary rec from a professor at Stanford under whom I researched multiple sclerosis last summer
[/ul]Location/Person:[ul]
[</em>] State or Country: CA bay area
[<em>] School Type: Big ol' public
[</em>] Ethnicity: Caucasian
[li] Gender: M[/li][/ul]Other Factors: Legacy (mom, 2 aunts, 1 brother); divorced parents, very diverse family; did Stanford Summer College in the summer of 07; created a website
General Comments: Honestly, from roaming these boards, I've seen countless candidates with more qualifications than me, but I'm sure these officers know exactly what they're doing. Good luck to all!</p>
<p>Yeah it includes deferrals.</p>
<p>6 Accepted, 10 Deferred, 26 Rejected</p>
<p>=14.2 Accepted (6/42)</p>
<p>[ size=+1][ color=red][ b]Decision: Deffered [ /b][ /color][ /size]</p>
<p>**Stats:[ /b][ list]
[<em>]SAT: 2380 (780 writing)
[</em>]SAT IIs: 800 US History, 800 Math II, 700 Lit
[<em>]GPA: 4.45/4.8
[</em>]Rank:Top 10 ppl
[<em>]Other stats:???
[ /list][ b]Subjective:[ /b][ list]
[</em>] Essays: Common app one felt good, stanford ones weak and had grammar errors
[ *] Teacher Recs: Never read them
[ *] Counselor Rec: Should've been really good
[ *] Hook (if any): Anti-hook, I'm Chinese
[ /list][ b]Location/Person:[ /b][ list]
[ *] State or Country:
[ *] School Type: Public
[ *] Ethnicity:Chinese
[ *] Gender:M
[ /list][ b]Other Factors: [ /b] When reading my app before submitting it in, I felt very much like a "vanilla" candidate; I could fit into any number of categories but was not particularly strong in any one field.
[ b]General Comments: When reading my app before submitting it in, I felt very much like a "vanilla" candidate; I could fit into any number of categories but was not particularly strong in any one field. What really killed me I think, is my GPA which [ /b]</p>
<p>Holy crap, Stanford killed you guys--for absolutely no reason, it seems, everybody's stats are absolutely incredible! What happened...?</p>
<p>I can only hope (irrationally?) that Yale is a little bit nicer to me! But I'm sure that won't happen.</p>
<p>Guys, congratulations to EVERYONE. I CANNOT believe some of these rejections and deferrals, and my heart truly does go out to you. Admissions this year have been ridiculous. The Brown, Columbia, and Dartmouth boards are ludicrous. People who should have gotten in didn't, and people who did shouldn't have necessarily. :(</p>
<p>*Decision: ACCEPTED *</p>
<p>Stats:[ul]
[<em>] SAT: 800 W, 800 CR, 800 M (first sitting)
[</em>] SAT IIs: 800 Math II, 800 French w/o Listening, 800 Physics (first sitting: 750)
[<em>] GPA: N/A
[</em>] Rank: N/A
[li] Other stats: Hardest courseload possible[/li]AP scores (school offers no true courses; but many classes prepare you at least somewhat for tests):
Physics C Mech: 5
Physics C EM: 5
Calc BC: 5
English Lang: 5
US History: 5
French: 5</p>
<p>[li] ECs: Math Team (various state awards, AIME qualifier - scored 7, help with Middle School math club)[/li]Boy Scout (Life, working on Eagle)
Science Olympiad (state medalist, started Middle School team)
Knowledge Bowl (won 3rd last year, joint captain)
Latin (summa cum laude on National Latin Exam, VP of state Latin Convention)
Help with Sunday School
Piano (Superior ratings at all festivals, but noncompetitive)</p>
<p>[/ul]Subjective:[ul]
[<em>] Essays: Intellectual Vitality one was standout, roommate one good, Why Stanford? one great but a bit dry
[</em>] Teacher Recs: Excellent as far as I know
[<em>] Counselor Rec: Outstanding (my CC takes TONS of pride in these recommendations)
[</em>] Hook (if any): None</p>
<p>[/ul]Location/Person:[ul]
[<em>] State or Country: Northwest
[</em>] School Type: Private, secular
[<em>] Ethnicity: White
[</em>] Gender: Male
[/ul]</p>
<p>Other Factors: Interest in Latin (also demonstrated through ECs) unusual, but not that rare; I lived in Europe (Czech Republic and a Western country) for five years, bringing international experience...that's it I think.</p>
<p>General Comments: It's a crapshoot. I would not even pretend to take full credit for my acceptance. I am simply overjoyed at this opportunity. Thanks to all.</p>
<p>For those who got rejected: I feel you, and I hope everything works out. I'll pray for you (seriously).</p>
<p>What do the deferral and acceptance emails look like?</p>
<p>It is with regret that I write to inform you that we are unable to offer you admission to the freshman class at Stanford University. Please know that this decision does not reflect any deficiency or weakness in your application. To the contrary, we are humbled by your talents and achievements and of all those who applied for admission this year. </p>
<p>Unfortunately, the large number of applicants for a relatively small incoming class means that we must disappoint the vast majority of very well-qualified candidates each year. Our decision is a reflection of that competition for admission and in no way should detract from the very impressive credentials you presented. We appreciate the effort and care that went into your application and I want to assure you that your candidacy received thorough and serious consideration. As a result, we are not able to consider appeals to this decision. To find some answers to the most commonly asked questions about our admission process, click here; I hope these will address any questions you may have about our decision.</p>
<p>I know this is disappointing news to receive and for that reason we will not send a duplicate notification of this decision by mail, unless you request one from us. If you wish to request a copy of this letter by mail, you may do so here, and one will be sent immediately.</p>
<p>_____, you are a fine student with solid support from your teachers and advisors and I am confident that you will enjoy great success in your undergraduate education. I only wish we had room for everyone with qualities and accomplishments like yours. </p>
<p>With best wishes for an outstanding undergraduate experience,</p>
<p>here's the rejection letter:</p>
<p>It is with regret that I write to inform you that we are unable to offer you admission to the freshman class at Stanford University. Please know that this decision does not reflect any deficiency or weakness in your application. To the contrary, we are humbled by your talents and achievements and of all those who applied for admission this year. </p>
<p>Unfortunately, the large number of applicants for a relatively small incoming class means that we must disappoint the vast majority of very well-qualified candidates each year. Our decision is a reflection of that competition for admission and in no way should detract from the very impressive credentials you presented. We appreciate the effort and care that went into your application and I want to assure you that your candidacy received thorough and serious consideration. As a result, we are not able to consider appeals to this decision. To find some answers to the most commonly asked questions about our admission process, click here; I hope these will address any questions you may have about our decision.</p>
<p>I know this is disappointing news to receive and for that reason we will not send a duplicate notification of this decision by mail, unless you request one from us. If you wish to request a copy of this letter by mail, you may do so here, and one will be sent immediately.</p>
<p>*******, you are a fine student with solid support from your teachers and advisors and I am confident that you will enjoy great success in your undergraduate education. I only wish we had room for everyone with qualities and accomplishments like yours. </p>
<p>With best wishes for an outstanding undergraduate experience,</p>
<p>*Decision: Accepted *</p>
<p>Stats:[ul]
[<em>] SAT: 780M 770R 660W (2220)
[</em>] SAT IIs: 800 Math 2 790 US history 770 Us History 720 Physics (i can explain this debacle....)
[<em>] Rank: No ranks. I suspect 2/500
[</em>] Other stats: 5 Calculus BC, 5 World History, 4 in Eng Land, Cs A, and US.
[/ul]Subjective:[ul]
[<em>] Essays: Research essay about using my father's antenna to find patterns in ionospheric propagation..amazing essay..Essay to roommate about learning how to live with my 6 other family members. Why Stanford essay about what I saw during summer college. Very figurative/ poetic ending.
[</em>] Teacher Recs: I assume they were good. I often had conversations with my teachers after class about deeper topics. Ex: i talked to my multivar teacher about cryptanalysis as he was a former cryptanalysist. Bascially I showed an desire to learn. I also got a recommendation from my Stanford US Foreign Policy professor.
[<em>] Counselor Rec: Good. My counselor has been at my HS for only 2 years. When she started working at my public school I made an effort to introduce myself and express my ambitions. Out of the 200+ kids assigned to her, she knows me the best.
[</em>] Hook (if any): Went to Stanford Summer College, got all A's. Engaged in deep conversations with my professor. Attended EPGY and received an excellent report (about my desire to learn advanced topics like Maxwell equations. Basically a rising Junior learning Vector calc. for fun). Eagle Scout. Assistant Director of Religious education at St. Marks.
[/ul]Location/Person:[ul]
[<em>] State or Country: VA
[</em>] School Type: public
[<em>] Ethnicity: puerto rican
[</em>] Gender: male
[/ul]Other Factors:
My extra curricular activities are real and cannot be construed as ploys to get into college. I am an Eagle Scout who dedicates hundreds of hours to helping my community.
I have acted as the assistant director of religious education for my Catholic church's Sunday program (we have over 300 kids.) I started out as the assistant to the nun who ran it. Being in her 80's, she had to leave for medical reasons. I acted as the "transition manager" to help show the new director how to run the place. Ever since all new staff members ask to meet me to learn the modus operandi.
I am also a member of one of our nations leading high school bands. A member of the Jazz band and the Wind Symphony, I am very dedicated to music. </p>
<p>I was probably the only person able to indent their essays. I defeated their formatting program.
General Comments:
My quantitative stats are good while my qualitative stats are excellent.</p>
<p>REJECTED</p>
<p>I will post stat later :( OMFG, NOOOOO <em>TEARS</em> AND IT CAME SO SUDDENLY TOO...I was like.. this is not the 15th...!?! <em>click</em> REJECTION AHHHH wt f</p>
<p>Rejected.</p>
<p><em>Starts writing Northwestern essays</em></p>
<p>Congrats to everyone who was accepted and deferred!!!</p>
<p>acceptance looks like this!!!!</p>
<p>Dear Sam,</p>
<p>Congratulations! On behalf of the Office of Undergraduate Admission, it is my pleasure to offer you admission to Stanford’s Class of 2013.</p>
<p>You have every reason to be proud of your accomplishments, and we are honored to invite you to join the Stanford community. Since our founding in 1891, Stanford has been defined by students and faculty who endeavor to push the limits of knowledge, and who share a commitment to extending that spirit of exploration and excellence beyond campus. This is a community of scholars dedicated to what Jane Stanford, co-founder of Stanford University, called “the cultivation and enlargement of the mind.” Your application clearly demonstrated that you have the intellectual energy, imagination and talent to flourish in this environment.</p>
<p>The materials in your admit packet (forthcoming by mail) are designed to assist you with the enrollment response process and to provide important information for you and your family as you consider your enrollment options. Whatever decision you make, please know that you have until May 1, 2009, to confirm your choice.</p>
<p>Over the next few months we will continue to send you additional information about Stanford and Admit Weekend, a three-day program scheduled for April 23-25, 2009. You also are invited to visit a preliminary version of our admitted student website, <a href="http://admit.stanford.edu%5B/url%5D">http://admit.stanford.edu</a>, developed in conjunction with Stanford students just for you. More features will be available on this website in the coming months. Should you want to contact us for any reason, please do not hesitate to call our office at (650) 723-2091 or email us at a special email address specifically for admitted students: <a href="mailto:admit@stanford.edu">admit@stanford.edu</a>.</p>
<p>Please note that your admission is contingent upon continued strong academic performance in the program of courses you presented to us in your application. If you consider altering the courses you will pursue for the rest of the year, please contact us before finalizing any changes.</p>
<p>Sam, we are all confident in the unique and extraordinary contributions you will make to our community. We once again extend our congratulations on your admission to Stanford University and look forward to welcoming you to our family!</p>
<p>here it is
Congratulations! On behalf of the Office of Undergraduate Admission, it is my pleasure to offer you admission to Stanford’s Class of 2013.</p>
<p>You have every reason to be proud of your accomplishments, and we are honored to invite you to join the Stanford community. Since our founding in 1891, Stanford has been defined by students and faculty who endeavor to push the limits of knowledge, and who share a commitment to extending that spirit of exploration and excellence beyond campus. This is a community of scholars dedicated to what Jane Stanford, co-founder of Stanford University, called “the cultivation and enlargement of the mind.” Your application clearly demonstrated that you have the intellectual energy, imagination and talent to flourish in this environment.</p>
<p>Hey guys,</p>
<p>Congrats to those who have been accepted and I'm sorry to those who weren't offered admission. I was reading through this thread when I recognized someone who I don't actually know in person but am friends with on FB. I know how much he wanted to go to Stanford, and I've been devastated for the past 10 min that he didn't get in. Other friends were deferred/rejected by Penn today, and it looks like it was a rough year for Stanford SCEA. The Yale kids are jumping out of their skin for decisions, and many of us will face similar fates on Monday (I already know I will). Some of you have amazing stats I could only dream of having, and good luck to you. Great things are in store for you no matter where you go.</p>
<p>Congratulations! On behalf of the Office of Undergraduate Admission, it is my pleasure to offer you admission to Stanford’s Class of 2013.</p>
<p>You have every reason to be proud of your accomplishments, and we are honored to invite you to join the Stanford community. Since our founding in 1891, Stanford has been defined by students and faculty who endeavor to push the limits of knowledge, and who share a commitment to extending that spirit of exploration and excellence beyond campus. This is a community of scholars dedicated to what Jane Stanford, co-founder of Stanford University, called “the cultivation and enlargement of the mind.” Your application clearly demonstrated that you have the intellectual energy, imagination and talent to flourish in this environment.</p>
<p>The materials in your admit packet (forthcoming by mail) are designed to assist you with the enrollment response process and to provide important information for you and your family as you consider your enrollment options. Whatever decision you make, please know that you have until May 1, 2009, to confirm your choice.</p>
<p>Over the next few months we will continue to send you additional information about Stanford and Admit Weekend, a three-day program scheduled for April 23-25, 2009. You also are invited to visit a preliminary version of our admitted student website, XXXXX, developed in conjunction with Stanford students just for you. More features will be available on this website in the coming months. Should you want to contact us for any reason, please do not hesitate to call our office at XXXXX or email us at a special email address specifically for admitted students: XXXXX.</p>
<p>Please note that your admission is contingent upon continued strong academic performance in the program of courses you presented to us in your application. If you consider altering the courses you will pursue for the rest of the year, please contact us before finalizing any changes.</p>
<p>XXXX, we are all confident in the unique and extraordinary contributions you will make to our community. We once again extend our congratulations on your admission to Stanford University and look forward to welcoming you to our family!</p>
<p>Why did you cross out harmless links and phone numbers, and not your name?</p>
<p>mohitthukral, you are international right? Did you apply for financial aid?</p>
<p>Decision: Rejected</p>
<p>Stats:[ul]
[<em>] Fee Waiver Used?: No
[</em>] SAT I (by section): 800M, 680CR, 760W, 12E
[<em>] SAT IIs: 800 MathII, 700 Biology-E
[</em>] GPA, Weighted and Unweighted: 5.100W, 3.988UW (Weighted is out of 5.2)
[<em>] Rank: 3 out of 310ish
[</em>] ACT: 33 (35M, 35S, 32R, 28W) (I have a 35, but took in Nov.)
[<em>] APs (including this year's): Calc BC - 4, Calc BC, AB Subscore - 5
[</em>] IBs (including this year's): Physics SL - 5, Philosophy SL - 6
[<em>] Senior Yr Courseload: IB HL Calculus, IB HL Biology, IB HL English, IB SL Spanish, IB TOK
[</em>] Number of Apps from Your School: ~5, but only one other than me was SCEA
[<em>] Other stats (Awards, etc.): National Merit Commended
[/ul]Subjective:[ul]
[</em>] ECs listed on app: Varsity Tennis (9-12, captain 12), SHS (11-12), NHS (11-12) a few other minor ones, CAS (11-12).
[<em>] Job/Work Experience: Lifeguarded at a university pool (5/07-Current)
[</em>] Essays (subject and responses):
Main: About a guy I met while I was at work; very unique.<br>
Roommate: More or less a laundry list of quirky habits I have. Probably not like a deal maker, but interesting.
Why Stanford: Talked about diversity and wanting more in my life. I weaved in Stanford's motto. Kinda corny probably, but it was honest.
Intellectual Vitality: Talked about the irony of materialism. Interesting, but probably not what they were looking for.
[<em>] Teacher Recs: Excellent. I went to Italy with one of the two.
[</em>] Counselor Rec: On the upper end of the spectrum.
[<em>] Interview (feel, interviewer and general location): Felt fantastic - it really added something to my application, I think. We met at a starbucks and talked for nearly an hour.
[</em>] Hook (TASP, RSI, Research, etc.): I don't really know if this counts, but I consider being an IB Diploma Candidate and 3rd in my class at the same time kind of hook-ish.
[/ul]Location/Person:[ul]
[<em>] State or Country: Denver, CO ftw!
[</em>] School Type, Average Stats of School (if available): IB, but it's a magnet program (2000 kids, ~400 are IB).
[<em>] Ethnicity: Whiteeee.
[</em>] Gender: XY
[<em>] Income Bracket: 200K+/yr (Parents are both doctors)
[</em>] Hooks (URM, first generation college, etc.): None that would make a difference.
[<em>] Strengths: Class Rank, IB Diploma Candidate, Varsity Tennis Captain, Teacher Recs
[</em>] Weaknesses: ECs in general, Test Scores were low (relative to Stanford apps)
[li] Why you think you were accepted/deferred/denied: Test scores could have been higher, I could have shown more ECs, and more leadership in those I performed in. If I'd had some kind of recognition other than NMS Commended, it would have probably helped me stand out a bit.[/li][/ul]Other Factors: The regional AO visited my high school and met him and asked insightful questions and he eventually asked for my name and looked like he was going to remember me. Just an fyi.</p>
<p>General Comments/Congratulations/Venting/Commiserations,etc:
I roll with what happens in my life. Just gotta fill out the rest of my apps and realize that the numbers dont let all qualified applicants go, etc. and do the best I can! Good luck to all RDs and defers!</p>