<p>Logistically, and I know this is merely an assumption based on last years date, are we to expect both an email and a delivered letter?</p>
<p>I would rather view the response in tangible form, however, it seems unlikely that Yale could coordinate the delivery of those letters nationwide on an exact date. Perhaps that is why the email system is in place :D</p>
<p>aghhh i dont know why people dont realize that college admissions is RANDOM! i honestly dont know why everyone is discussing this. optimism or not, lets be real about it - everyone has as good a chance as the next person, regardless of gpa. it all boils down to which admissions officer wakes up on the right side of the bed when they’re reading your app.</p>
<p>I agree. </p>
<p>Lol, this place makes me feel like I’m waiting for my lottery number to come so I can go to the Island! The Island awaits… (Crappy reference, I know. Just couldn’t think of something more literate)</p>
<p>Admissions is not random a random process, however, when faced with a 2.5% acceptance rate (to quote the number posted previously) “random” is not too far off the truth. That said, why not discuss these matters?</p>
<p>Everyone here is just trying to get ahead, if only that slightest bit. As this thread transitioned from potential applicants to the finalized transfer applicants the discussion transitioned from students trying to get a slight edge (through information given by past applicants and others who may know more than themselves) to worried speculation. Honestly, at this point, we are just passing time. It feels good, however irrational, to know the number of applicants, to know that other applicants have been accepted/rejected. There is some level of comfort to be had there.</p>
<p>You could argue this process is rather randomized, however, if you begin to argue that all these discussions are entirely worthless you are suggesting that we would be better off not having them, that is, the posters would be better off simply waiting quietly. Students wait quietly when they do not care about the outcome. I do not think that conclusion can logically be drawn here, but, that’s just me.</p>
<p>And the island reference? Hah. I’m sure we can do better than that ;)</p>
<p>a ticket to heaven? hahaha</p>
<p>Unfortunately, colleges choose randomly. Yes, I’ve visited Yale; I go to MIT; Frequently visit Harvard, Columbia, Princeton - and they all have incredibly stupid people who don’t try at all. And reading these threads, I think every single one of you (community college or not - despite what I said before) deserves it. We have all busted our asses off, and I hate that people don’t recognize that. Do you know how many potheads go to Yale? It’s incredible. I know that I could make so much more out of my Yale education, and it’s just frustrating. So many times, yeah, it is random - because it’s based on things like race, interests, etc… so essentially if you are born a certain color, you get disadvantage. Or if you developed some interest that isn’t “interesting,” you get disadvantaged (and you can’t necessarily choose what interests you… it just sort of happens)… do you see what I’m saying? There is a logical flaw in the college process. They base much of their decision not on the basics - leadership and intelligence - but on intangibles that we cannot control. Yeah, so largely - it’s ********.</p>
<p>actually, that’s not entirely true cubbies. They’re only allowed to “favor” minorities if they’re competitive enough. It’s not like they’ll let in a Native American with B grades just because he’s N. American and ignore the white person even though he gets A’s. That would be a form of racial discrimination to favor one over another…</p>
<p>And yeah, I agree, there’s some stupid people at these schools. The most boring person I know graduated from Yale… I’m surprised she did actually…</p>
<p>Heaven, eh? This must be quite the school. :D</p>
<p>I called earlier today. All the decisions will be sent out by regular mail tomorrow. The secretary did not say they will send emails.</p>
<p>Yale…being a Yalie…what an awesome goal! Don’t give up, keep on trying and make sure that you go way above and beyond on essays, community service, show leadership abilities, show independence…if you’re currently in highschool, attend a boarding school that has a high matriculation rate into the Ivy League.</p>
<p>A Yale degree gets you a lot…more money, more options, more network opportunites and anything else. They (employers) don’t even care what your major was, as long as it’s a Yale degree, they will take you, train you to be at the top of their corp’s, firms, etc. and pay you well to do it.</p>
<p>Make it work and pay the $ to have someone who’s involved with Ivy read/review your essays…very, very important part of the application. Make yourself standout above the rest.</p>
<p>Tomorrow? if it is by regular mail… that mean we can hear by thursday or friday !
I wish I just got an e-mail, and get over with IT. I can´t take it anymore!</p>
<p>Get it over with? I want hard copy.</p>
<p>Hey guys</p>
<p>I just checked out last year’s thread. Apparently, The Yale admissions office told a student caller that decisions were to be sent on may 13. They sent out congratulating emails to the admitted students on May 13, and on May 15, all students got their hard copy decisions–some received admission packages and others received thin letters. My theory about this entire process is that admitted studens are given a heads up by the Yale adcoms with emails “assuring” them of their admittance on May 13. Everyone receives their decisions in the mail starting from May 15. The difference is that the admitted students know their decisions before hand and they receive their admission packages on may 15, and the rest receive their letters on the same day. Hope this helps, but of course, I could be wrong. This could restore your hopes. Can you guys tell me what you think?</p>
<p>Sincerely,
TransferAccepted</p>
<p>Hey transferaccepted, </p>
<p>Can you post last year’s thread. I’m so incredibly anxious. Everytime I think about how close I am to knowing I get a little queezy and short of breath. Is that normal. I just want to be put out of my misery. :)</p>
<p>Here’s the link to Last year’s thread.
<a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/transfer-students/471773-official-2008-yale-transfer-thread-17.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/transfer-students/471773-official-2008-yale-transfer-thread-17.html</a></p>
<p>Thanks. After reviewing this, I think you are probably right about the email thing. Oh well. WE SHALL SEE. Dun Dun Dun ::stroke of lightning and thunder::</p>
<p>i just want to finish all my admissions decisions so i can stop checking these forums, lol…</p>
<p>Thanks for posting it. My only problem with this is that last year’s economy wasn’t as bad as it is today. That really matters. Its only just recent when Yale announced it wont be sending out rejection letters. I just don’t know for sure, if it applies to us. One thing is for sure, one way or another someone will receive an email. I really hope some of us are the chosen one. </p>
<p>:)</p>
<p>Today is the day guys!!! May today be a glorious day! :)</p>
<p>Yikes. And we’re off!</p>