<p>Hey -- </p>
<p>So if you got an acceptance at the University of Chicago, could you tell me what your letter says? is it personalized, or is it generic? Mine says, in one part...</p>
<p>"Our decision was not based on numbers but on your achievements and your words, a difficult determination to make, but one that gives proper honor to the University and you." </p>
<p>which really makes it sound like "ok, so based on your stats, you had no chance in hell. But you're essays were pretty good, so you're in!" i'm just wondering if thats something they wrote just for me or is that a generic thing?</p>
<p>They will all say the same thing.</p>
<p>My EA acceptance letter also said that. (I think they all say the same thing.) </p>
<p>Plus, here is what came right before. Did yours say this too?</p>
<p>
[quote]
We feel a particularly strong responsibility to admit students who are not only qualified but who are ready to continue the crucial business of educating themselves. You have been selected by our faculty and admissions counselors because you recognize the pleasure--the absolute joy--to be found in active, creative learning.
[/quote]
</p>
<p>P.S. Crossposted with Bandit....</p>
<p>Yeeeah it did. Ok, that makes me feel better :-D.</p>