<p>I am currently doing everything I can to get into Washington University in St. Louis. I have already applied through Common App, so now it's just down to scholarships and lots of waiting. However, I would like to maximize my demonstrated interest as this is a school that heavily emphasizes this aspect. I have already visited the school twice, first time as a junior and second time during Discovery Weekend. I have contacted my regional officer several times and had an informal student interview as well. However, the other students who are applying from my school are all very strong competitors, and sadly to say, more so than me in terms of test scores and leadership. (I have an OK SAT score- 1470/1600 or 2270/2600, but it's a lot lower than the others who have 2300+ and 35/36 on ACT). </p>
<p>I do believe, however, that I have shown the most interest out of all of them. I want to continue showing interest as it is truly my number one while this is more of a safety school for many of the other students. Thus, I was wondering if it would be alright to visit the school a third time sometime in February and maybe even talk to the admissions officers? How about sending them a letter stating my passion for this school? I don't want to come of as desperate but I really do want to go there.</p>
<p>Your scores are just fine, puppy. You didn’t tell us your gpa. There’s no point comparing yourself with the others since there’s nothing you can do about your scores or theirs. </p>
<p>Having said that, you are right to be concerned about your intra-high school competition to some extent. How can you separate yourself out from them? Certainly you can, perhaps, provide wash with more information about you than you have–if that info is going to strengthen your candidacy. Did you mention all your ECs? would adding a resum</p>
<p>You can start sending emails to your processor and name-drop yourself. Ask some questions. Also, during all your visits, your name should have been recorded.</p>
<p>And you’re wayyy too worried about your SAT score… You did very well. Relax :)</p>
<p>Is my processor the officer who will review my application first or my regional representative? Because I have contacted my regional rep several times already, but I have not at all with my processor. Also, does WashU allow supplemental materials? If so, should I include a letter letting them know that this is my top choice or is that not necessary? </p>
<p>My GPA is actually as good as it can get (4.0); however, I’m still only ranked 5th because my weighted GPA is lower than the others, who took more AP classes.</p>
<p>Will I be too bothersome if I keep emailing my regional rep about random questions? (Like about the stuff @jkeil mentioned)</p>
<p>Sorry about asking so many questions, but I am getting very anxious!</p>
<p>Just like jheono said, your scores are very good. In terms of too much demonstrated interest, I really don’t think you have to worry about that. If you want to attempt to schedule a formal interview, that’d be a good way to show interest (I personally had an interview with an admissions dean, it was quite informing and really interesting). Emails are good as well. Let them know how much you want to attend!</p>
<p>When WUSTL visited my school, the representative (our regional rep) said she was the first to read our applications, so I’m going to assume that is the case. In regards to supplemental materials, she also told me that the school rarely takes into consideration supplemental materials and essays unless they are something extremely rare. Not sure about writing a letter - someone else here may know better.</p>
<p>In terms of emailing questions, I’d try to not send to many emails but if you have honest questions, go ahead and ask! Just make sure they’re not obvious and easily found online.</p>
<p>I’d definitely say it’s worth a shot to contact them asking about on-campus interview options. It’s a crapshoot who you’ll get as an interviewer, but regardless it shows continued interest and will help you learn more about the school.</p>
<p>Will it be possible to get in another interview even though I had an informal one with a student during Discovery Weekend? Because if I can actually get in another interview, that’ll be wonderful!</p>
<p>^^ No, you will not be given another interview. Your “informal” one with a student is about as formal as it gets, and they do not offer second interviews. Who you get on campus is a bit of a crapshoot.</p>
<p>puppy,
Did you meet your regional admissions officer when you visited campus? When my son visited, he emailed his admissions rep in advance, “I am going to be on campus on November xx and would love to stop by to introduce myself if you have a few minutes.” His admissions rep suggested he arrive at the admissions office 15 minutes before his planned info session-the rep came out and they walked down the hall and sat on a bench and chatted for 8 - 10 minutes. It was not an “interview” - he had his “interview” with a current senior, but it was certainly a chance for him to let the admissions officer get to know him, and, hopefully like him, and want to promote him as a candidate.</p>
<p>As an angle for why you want to visit a 3rd time, you could also ask to meet a professor from the department you want to major in. That provides you a chance to impress a faculty member who just might drop a note to the admissions office on your behalf. Good luck!</p>