<p>How many of you were surprised that Caltech admitted you or rejected you?
It's okay to feel a little self-conceited, i won't judge you.</p>
<p>Given that we are nowhere near decision time, your sample is going to be pretty skewed... that is, I doubt very many people who were rejected by Caltech months (or I suppose years in the case of earlier classes) ago will be perusing these forums on a regular basis.</p>
<p>To contribute, I didn't really have any preconceived notions about the admissions process so I suppose I didn't really attempt to guess where I would and wouldn't be admitted with the exception of "safety" schools.</p>
<p>Agree with lizzardfire. I think my son was somewhat surpriused he got in since he comes from a small rural public high school that only offers a few AP classes and what is offered is all online.</p>
<p>I was a little disappointed I didn't get in for undergrad, though not really surprised. I was pretty surprised when I got in for grad school, though.</p>