Harvard, C/O 2017, Applicants Thread (2013-2014) Forum

[neprep]

I would take attend any of those schools, if they awarded me a scholarship, over HLS.

I'm not sure why I'm anxiously awaiting decisions from PV. I think it's because I applied and I won't feel validated as an applicant until I get a response. Also, a full ride at Penn or UVA does sound pretty awesome.

Not speaking for Specs, but I think that for a lot of people it's also a pride/esteem thing, in addition to the scholarships. People don't like being rejected from things, especially type-A's who want to control their own destiny, etc.

Okay, so basically it's a combination of money matters and validation. And here I thought if I get a JS2 I'd withdraw from everywhere and chill until the fall.

For me it is three fold:

1. Everyone likes to be wanted/praised. Getting accepted is like someone picking you first for their team, it feels good.

2. Pride, not getting in hurts even with great options. Also, last year the best school I got into was Notre Dame and that was off the waitlist. This is a redemption year for me in a lot of ways.

3. Application Triage: Getting into some schools helps me to get a better idea of how well rounded my application is and what my chances are at schools like Stanford and Yale. There were some slight variations throughout my applications and how one school responds could tip me off to how others may respond.

Great question. HTH

Ah, that makes sense. I would have asked in the C/O 2017 page but I didn't want to invade that space hehe.

[lawschool22]

I would take attend any of those schools, if they awarded me a scholarship, over HLS.

I'm not sure why I'm anxiously awaiting decisions from PV. I think it's because I applied and I won't feel validated as an applicant until I get a response. Also, a full ride at Penn or UVA does sound pretty awesome.

Not speaking for Specs, but I think that for a lot of people it's also a pride/esteem thing, in addition to the scholarships. People don't like being rejected from things, especially type-A's who want to control their own destiny, etc.

Okay, so basically it's a combination of money matters and validation. And here I thought if I get a JS2 I'd withdraw from everywhere and chill until the fall.

If I get HLS I am going to chill until the fall. Because if I get a JS2, I will have squeaked in just barely, meaning my scholarships at those other schools are unlikely to be significant enough to persuade me away from HLS.

[applelover]

I would attend any of those schools, if they awarded me a scholarship, over HLS.

I'm not sure why I'm anxiously awaiting decisions from PV. I think it's because I applied and I won't feel validated as an applicant until I get a response. Also, a full ride at Penn or UVA does sound pretty awesome.

Not speaking for Specs, but I think that for a lot of people it's also a pride/esteem thing, in addition to the scholarships. People don't like being rejected from things, especially type-A's who want to control their own destiny, etc.

Okay, so basically it's a combination of money matters and validation. And here I thought if I get a JS2 I'd withdraw from everywhere and chill until the fall.

I was never 100% set on HLS though.

[The-Specs]

Yeah, I don't think I am going to be offered almost anything in terms of merit scholarships from other schools. The need-based grants at HYS, I think, will be much more generous.

[China Spy]

I would attend any of those schools, if they awarded me a scholarship, over HLS.

I'm not sure why I'm anxiously awaiting decisions from PV. I think it's because I applied and I won't feel validated as an applicant until I get a response. Also, a full ride at Penn or UVA does sound pretty awesome.

Not speaking for Specs, but I think that for a lot of people it's also a pride/esteem thing, in addition to the scholarships. People don't like being rejected from things, especially type-A's who want to control their own destiny, etc.

Okay, so basically it's a combination of money matters and validation. And here I thought if I get a JS2 I'd withdraw from everywhere and chill until the fall.

I was never 100% set on HLS though.

So what school is your number 1 choice?

[applelover]

I would attend any of those schools, if they awarded me a scholarship, over HLS.

I'm not sure why I'm anxiously awaiting decisions from PV. I think it's because I applied and I won't feel validated as an applicant until I get a response. Also, a full ride at Penn or UVA does sound pretty awesome.

Not speaking for Specs, but I think that for a lot of people it's also a pride/esteem thing, in addition to the scholarships. People don't like being rejected from things, especially type-A's who want to control their own destiny, etc.

Okay, so basically it's a combination of money matters and validation. And here I thought if I get a JS2 I'd withdraw from everywhere and chill until the fall.

If I get HLS I am going to chill until the fall. Because if I get a JS2, I will have squeaked in just barely, meaning my scholarships at those other schools are unlikely to be significant enough to persuade me away from HLS.

You don't know that yet. You might receive a good amount of $$$ from somewhere.

[applelover]

Yeah, I don't think I am going to be offered almost anything in terms of scholarship from other schools. The need-based grants HYS, I think, will be much more generous.

Unfortunately, even though my parents won't be assisting with law school, their income prevents me from being eligible for any grants. So, at HYS, I would be financing my education with loans.

[lawschool22]

I would attend any of those schools, if they awarded me a scholarship, over HLS.

I'm not sure why I'm anxiously awaiting decisions from PV. I think it's because I applied and I won't feel validated as an applicant until I get a response. Also, a full ride at Penn or UVA does sound pretty awesome.

Not speaking for Specs, but I think that for a lot of people it's also a pride/esteem thing, in addition to the scholarships. People don't like being rejected from things, especially type-A's who want to control their own destiny, etc.

Okay, so basically it's a combination of money matters and validation. And here I thought if I get a JS2 I'd withdraw from everywhere and chill until the fall.

If I get HLS I am going to chill until the fall. Because if I get a JS2, I will have squeaked in just barely, meaning my scholarships at those other schools are unlikely to be significant enough to persuade me away from HLS.

You don't know that yet. You might receive a good amount of $$$ from somewhere.

Maybe, but based on my goals I really need CCN or higher, and they're not going to be giving me tons of money.

[nothingtosee]

Just did my js1!

I'm Tfa. We talked about Tfa, definitely conversational. If you want details, shoot me a pm.

[applelover]

So what school is your number 1 choice?

I don't have one. I have a collection of "top choices" and HLS is in that group, but so are two other schools.

[China Spy]

So what school is your number 1 choice?

I don't have one. I have a collection of "top choices" and HLS is in that group, but so are two other schools.

I like your approach.

[anubis1911]

JSJK for Life!

[t-14orbust]

Yeah, I don't think I am going to be offered almost anything in terms of scholarship from other schools. The need-based grants HYS, I think, will be much more generous.

Unfortunately, even though my parents won't be assisting with law school, their income prevents me from being eligible for any grants. So, at HYS, I would be financing my education with loans.

The one time growing up without much money comes in clutch. FAFSA and Need Access, lol. Too bad there's a cap

[China Spy]

Yeah, I don't think I am going to be offered almost anything in terms of scholarship from other schools. The need-based grants HYS, I think, will be much more generous.

Unfortunately, even though my parents won't be assisting with law school, their income prevents me from being eligible for any grants. So, at HYS, I would be financing my education with loans.

The one time growing up without much money comes in clutch. FAFSA and Need Access, lol. Too bad there's a cap

You 'bout to be po' no mo' bro. Models and bottles from here on out.

[The-Specs]

Yeah, I don't think I am going to be offered almost anything in terms of scholarship from other schools. The need-based grants HYS, I think, will be much more generous.

Unfortunately, even though my parents won't be assisting with law school, their income prevents me from being eligible for any grants. So, at HYS, I would be financing my education with loans.

The one time growing up without much money comes in clutch. FAFSA and Need Access, lol. Too bad there's a cap

+1

[midwest17]

So, question: in past years, have there been JS2s on the same day as JSNos? Or is today just a Bad News Friday?

[applelover]

JSJK for Life!

I wanted to change my vote to that.

[teenybean]

Is today's battle over?? Do we think there will be more rejections on Tuesday? I'm JSnolove (no js1 and no jsno yet). Complete 10/3. Freaking out way too much

[applelover]

The one time growing up without much money comes in clutch. FAFSA and Need Access, lol. Too bad there's a cap

+1

I'm disappointed though because I know I'm not getting anything from them or anywhere else.
That's why I'm keeping my fingers crossed for some merit-based aid from somewhere.

[midwest17]

The one time growing up without much money comes in clutch. FAFSA and Need Access, lol. Too bad there's a cap

+1

I'm disappointed though because I know I'm not getting anything from them or anywhere else.
That's why I'm keeping my fingers crossed for some merit-based aid from somewhere.

There are schools that don't take parental income into account for any students (NU, for instance).

[t-14orbust]

Yeah, I don't think I am going to be offered almost anything in terms of scholarship from other schools. The need-based grants HYS, I think, will be much more generous.

Unfortunately, even though my parents won't be assisting with law school, their income prevents me from being eligible for any grants. So, at HYS, I would be financing my education with loans.

The one time growing up without much money comes in clutch. FAFSA and Need Access, lol. Too bad there's a cap

You 'bout to be po' no mo' bro. Models and bottles from here on out.

being your parents' retirement plan is the best motivation. Thanks for the well wishes, and good luck to you, DRC Spy

[paglababa]

DAMN YOU bad news friday. I wanted to kick off happy hour in a celebratory mood.

[lawschool22]

The past two days were shitty.

[applelover]

The past two days were shitty.

[Gary]

The past two days were shitty.