Hey dude, I'm from Hungary, went to law school in England. where in Eastern Europe are You from? Take care
Harvard Admissions Decisions 2010
Posted Mar 22, 2010 19:52
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Hey dude, I'm from Hungary, went to law school in England. where in Eastern Europe are You from? Take care
Posted Mar 22, 2010 19:55
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Oh Lextra! Just saw that thing about financial aid now! Yeah, it probably does. Although, it wasn't in that section of the application form. I don't know how it would affect it exactly - I was going to fill out the fasfa, but, for a variety of reasons, I didn't. Outside of that, it seemed to me that financial aid was done purely on a needs-basis, so it wouldn't matter where I'm from... not sure though... just like everything I say on here... ;)
Oh Lextra! Just saw that thing about financial aid now! Yeah, it probably does. Although, it wasn't in that section of the application form. I don't know how it would affect it exactly - I was going to fill out the fasfa, but, for a variety of reasons, I didn't. Outside of that, it seemed to me that financial aid was done purely on a needs-basis, so it wouldn't matter where I'm from... not sure though... just like everything I say on here... ;)
Posted Mar 22, 2010 19:56
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2:56pm Monday (EDT) - Time in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, United Kingdom 6:56pm GMT
2:56pm Monday (EDT) - Time in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, United Kingdom 6:56pm GMT
Boston, United Kingdom 6:56pm GMT
Posted Mar 22, 2010 19:57
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Dear all,
First of all I want to thank those who have been updating the rest of us through their posts on this site.
Second of all, I called Harvard & can confirm that there is a message that states that the decisions will be released "later this week".
Finally, I have read (but cannot confirm) that the Harvard admissions process has been carried out along the same lines since 1936 and that decisions have always been released (in one form or another) in mid to late March. Again I have not confirmed this with Harvard itself, but am adding this info to the debate on the reasoning that Harvard must have to release their decisions so late.
Good luck to all. :-) I hope that we will see each other there.
Dear all,
First of all I want to thank those who have been updating the rest of us through their posts on this site.
Second of all, I called Harvard & can confirm that there is a message that states that the decisions will be released "later this week".
Finally, I have read (but cannot confirm) that the Harvard admissions process has been carried out along the same lines since 1936 and that decisions have always been released (in one form or another) in mid to late March. Again I have not confirmed this with Harvard itself, but am adding this info to the debate on the reasoning that Harvard must have to release their decisions so late.
Good luck to all. :-) I hope that we will see each other there.
First of all I want to thank those who have been updating the rest of us through their posts on this site.
Second of all, I called Harvard & can confirm that there is a message that states that the decisions will be released "later this week".
Finally, I have read (but cannot confirm) that the Harvard admissions process has been carried out along the same lines since 1936 and that decisions have always been released (in one form or another) in mid to late March. Again I have not confirmed this with Harvard itself, but am adding this info to the debate on the reasoning that Harvard must have to release their decisions so late.
Good luck to all. :-) I hope that we will see each other there.
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:01
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2:56pm Monday (EDT) - Time in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, United Kingdom 6:56pm GMT
I don't think high school information is relevant. If it were, they would've asked for high school honors and a transcript. I think post-secondary school information is the only thing that is relevant. High school is too speculative, the spectrum is too broad. I know people who have applied for jobs by putting their SAT and LSAT scores in their resumes. It isn't relevant. Your high school achievements got you into college. It's the college achievements that help you get to the next level(s).
That said, I remain hopeful that decisions will be released today, though probably after business hours and probably not until most international applicants have retired for the evening.
<blockquote>2:56pm Monday (EDT) - Time in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, United Kingdom 6:56pm GMT
</blockquote>
I don't think high school information is relevant. If it were, they would've asked for high school honors and a transcript. I think post-secondary school information is the only thing that is relevant. High school is too speculative, the spectrum is too broad. I know people who have applied for jobs by putting their SAT and LSAT scores in their resumes. It isn't relevant. Your high school achievements got you into college. It's the college achievements that help you get to the next level(s).
That said, I remain hopeful that decisions will be released today, though probably after business hours and probably not until most international applicants have retired for the evening.
Boston, United Kingdom 6:56pm GMT
</blockquote>
I don't think high school information is relevant. If it were, they would've asked for high school honors and a transcript. I think post-secondary school information is the only thing that is relevant. High school is too speculative, the spectrum is too broad. I know people who have applied for jobs by putting their SAT and LSAT scores in their resumes. It isn't relevant. Your high school achievements got you into college. It's the college achievements that help you get to the next level(s).
That said, I remain hopeful that decisions will be released today, though probably after business hours and probably not until most international applicants have retired for the evening.
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:01
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Hey Bella, thanks I got that message too. It was put on today, which makes all of this waiting rather redundant. By that I mean, if they said today that decisions will be released later this week, that is the most authoritative indication of when they will be released i.e. its straight from the horses mouth. By implication it means that they will not be released today, but I have seemingly just ignored that...
Hey Bella, thanks I got that message too. It was put on today, which makes all of this waiting rather redundant. By that I mean, if they said today that decisions will be released later this week, that is the most authoritative indication of when they will be released i.e. its straight from the horses mouth. By implication it means that they will not be released today, but I have seemingly just ignored that...
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:02
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reading 'later this week' makes me think perhaps it won't be today...
btw if anyone wants to chat (while keeping llm-guide open to refresh in paranoia) you can use www.gabbly.com
reading 'later this week' makes me think perhaps it won't be today...
btw if anyone wants to chat (while keeping llm-guide open to refresh in paranoia) you can use www.gabbly.com
btw if anyone wants to chat (while keeping llm-guide open to refresh in paranoia) you can use www.gabbly.com
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:02
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Hey Bella, thanks I got that message too. It was put on today, which makes all of this waiting rather redundant. By that I mean, if they said today that decisions will be released later this week, that is the most authoritative indication of when they will be released i.e. its straight from the horses mouth. By implication it means that they will not be released today, but I have seemingly just ignored that...
Technically, later this week means anytime subsequent to your call. I have not called to hear this message myself though.
<blockquote>Hey Bella, thanks I got that message too. It was put on today, which makes all of this waiting rather redundant. By that I mean, if they said today that decisions will be released later this week, that is the most authoritative indication of when they will be released i.e. its straight from the horses mouth. By implication it means that they will not be released today, but I have seemingly just ignored that...</blockquote>
Technically, later this week means anytime subsequent to your call. I have not called to hear this message myself though.
Technically, later this week means anytime subsequent to your call. I have not called to hear this message myself though.
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:05
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Maybe I'm just not getting the sense in which you mean "relevant" but they'd certainly be considered if you put them into your application in, say, your personal statement or resume (because of the reasons which I mentioned above). There's lots of reasons that they don't actively seek them (for example, the sheer diversity of High School grading systems which they would have to account for on the application form would be unconscionable). It is far more rational to assume that if someone did well in high school they would put that information into their application. And Harvard are a pretty rational bunch, from what I hear.2:56pm Monday (EDT) - Time in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, United Kingdom 6:56pm GMT
I don't think high school information is relevant. If it were, they would've asked for high school honors and a transcript. I think post-secondary school information is the only thing that is relevant. High school is too speculative, the spectrum is too broad. I know people who have applied for jobs by putting their SAT and LSAT scores in their resumes. It isn't relevant. Your high school achievements got you into college. It's the college achievements that help you get to the next level(s).
That said, I remain hopeful that decisions will be released today, though probably after business hours and probably not until most international applicants have retired for the evening.
<blockquote><blockquote>2:56pm Monday (EDT) - Time in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, United Kingdom 6:56pm GMT
</blockquote>
I don't think high school information is relevant. If it were, they would've asked for high school honors and a transcript. I think post-secondary school information is the only thing that is relevant. High school is too speculative, the spectrum is too broad. I know people who have applied for jobs by putting their SAT and LSAT scores in their resumes. It isn't relevant. Your high school achievements got you into college. It's the college achievements that help you get to the next level(s).
That said, I remain hopeful that decisions will be released today, though probably after business hours and probably not until most international applicants have retired for the evening.</blockquote> Maybe I'm just not getting the sense in which you mean "relevant" but they'd certainly be considered if you put them into your application in, say, your personal statement or resume (because of the reasons which I mentioned above). There's lots of reasons that they don't actively seek them (for example, the sheer diversity of High School grading systems which they would have to account for on the application form would be unconscionable). It is far more rational to assume that if someone did well in high school they would put that information into their application. And Harvard are a pretty rational bunch, from what I hear.
Boston, United Kingdom 6:56pm GMT
</blockquote>
I don't think high school information is relevant. If it were, they would've asked for high school honors and a transcript. I think post-secondary school information is the only thing that is relevant. High school is too speculative, the spectrum is too broad. I know people who have applied for jobs by putting their SAT and LSAT scores in their resumes. It isn't relevant. Your high school achievements got you into college. It's the college achievements that help you get to the next level(s).
That said, I remain hopeful that decisions will be released today, though probably after business hours and probably not until most international applicants have retired for the evening.</blockquote> Maybe I'm just not getting the sense in which you mean "relevant" but they'd certainly be considered if you put them into your application in, say, your personal statement or resume (because of the reasons which I mentioned above). There's lots of reasons that they don't actively seek them (for example, the sheer diversity of High School grading systems which they would have to account for on the application form would be unconscionable). It is far more rational to assume that if someone did well in high school they would put that information into their application. And Harvard are a pretty rational bunch, from what I hear.
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:09
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Maybe I'm just not getting the sense in which you mean "relevant" but they'd certainly be considered if you put them into your application in, say, your personal statement or resume (because of the reasons which I mentioned above). There's lots of reasons that they don't actively seek them (for example, the sheer diversity of High School grading systems which they would have to account for on the application form would be pointless). It is far more rational to assume that if someone did well in high school they would put that information into their application. And Harvard are a pretty rational bunch, from what I hear.2:56pm Monday (EDT) - Time in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, United Kingdom 6:56pm GMT
I don't think high school information is relevant. If it were, they would've asked for high school honors and a transcript. I think post-secondary school information is the only thing that is relevant. High school is too speculative, the spectrum is too broad. I know people who have applied for jobs by putting their SAT and LSAT scores in their resumes. It isn't relevant. Your high school achievements got you into college. It's the college achievements that help you get to the next level(s).
That said, I remain hopeful that decisions will be released today, though probably after business hours and probably not until most international applicants have retired for the evening.
I guess if you mentioned something in your personal statement, then certainly that could be considered if it's relevant. For example, saying you lettered in a sport in high school isn't helpful standing alone. But yes, I guess if it's connected to a broader point....
But we don't know what goes on behind the curtain and never will. All we see is the end result, not the process.
<blockquote><blockquote><blockquote>2:56pm Monday (EDT) - Time in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, United Kingdom 6:56pm GMT
</blockquote>
I don't think high school information is relevant. If it were, they would've asked for high school honors and a transcript. I think post-secondary school information is the only thing that is relevant. High school is too speculative, the spectrum is too broad. I know people who have applied for jobs by putting their SAT and LSAT scores in their resumes. It isn't relevant. Your high school achievements got you into college. It's the college achievements that help you get to the next level(s).
That said, I remain hopeful that decisions will be released today, though probably after business hours and probably not until most international applicants have retired for the evening.</blockquote> Maybe I'm just not getting the sense in which you mean "relevant" but they'd certainly be considered if you put them into your application in, say, your personal statement or resume (because of the reasons which I mentioned above). There's lots of reasons that they don't actively seek them (for example, the sheer diversity of High School grading systems which they would have to account for on the application form would be pointless). It is far more rational to assume that if someone did well in high school they would put that information into their application. And Harvard are a pretty rational bunch, from what I hear.</blockquote>
I guess if you mentioned something in your personal statement, then certainly that could be considered if it's relevant. For example, saying you lettered in a sport in high school isn't helpful standing alone. But yes, I guess if it's connected to a broader point....
But we don't know what goes on behind the curtain and never will. All we see is the end result, not the process.
Boston, United Kingdom 6:56pm GMT
</blockquote>
I don't think high school information is relevant. If it were, they would've asked for high school honors and a transcript. I think post-secondary school information is the only thing that is relevant. High school is too speculative, the spectrum is too broad. I know people who have applied for jobs by putting their SAT and LSAT scores in their resumes. It isn't relevant. Your high school achievements got you into college. It's the college achievements that help you get to the next level(s).
That said, I remain hopeful that decisions will be released today, though probably after business hours and probably not until most international applicants have retired for the evening.</blockquote> Maybe I'm just not getting the sense in which you mean "relevant" but they'd certainly be considered if you put them into your application in, say, your personal statement or resume (because of the reasons which I mentioned above). There's lots of reasons that they don't actively seek them (for example, the sheer diversity of High School grading systems which they would have to account for on the application form would be pointless). It is far more rational to assume that if someone did well in high school they would put that information into their application. And Harvard are a pretty rational bunch, from what I hear.</blockquote>
I guess if you mentioned something in your personal statement, then certainly that could be considered if it's relevant. For example, saying you lettered in a sport in high school isn't helpful standing alone. But yes, I guess if it's connected to a broader point....
But we don't know what goes on behind the curtain and never will. All we see is the end result, not the process.
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:10
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Unless.... is there a hacker in the forum?!
Unless.... is there a hacker in the forum?!
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:13
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Resumes in Europe tend to be more extensive than resumes in the US (2 pages is OK in the UK even for fairly young applicants and new grads), so would tend to outline significant high school experience (law firms in the UK tend to ask for high school grades unless you're an experienced hire).
My resume still includes my A level grades & v brief info on notable achievements (ie for one of my subjects I was top 5 in the country, I'm not taking that off my resume lightly :P) but it hardly takes up any space (2 lines) so it's not a big concession. I think it varies considerably from country to country. I gave Harvard the 'generalist' version of my CV which gives the most rounded view of my experience so didn't bother taking that stuff out. Doubt they will look at it, but who knows.
eta: I've got some sort of problem with parentheses.
Resumes in Europe tend to be more extensive than resumes in the US (2 pages is OK in the UK even for fairly young applicants and new grads), so would tend to outline significant high school experience (law firms in the UK tend to ask for high school grades unless you're an experienced hire).
My resume still includes my A level grades & v brief info on notable achievements (ie for one of my subjects I was top 5 in the country, I'm not taking that off my resume lightly :P) but it hardly takes up any space (2 lines) so it's not a big concession. I think it varies considerably from country to country. I gave Harvard the 'generalist' version of my CV which gives the most rounded view of my experience so didn't bother taking that stuff out. Doubt they will look at it, but who knows.
eta: I've got some sort of problem with parentheses.
My resume still includes my A level grades & v brief info on notable achievements (ie for one of my subjects I was top 5 in the country, I'm not taking that off my resume lightly :P) but it hardly takes up any space (2 lines) so it's not a big concession. I think it varies considerably from country to country. I gave Harvard the 'generalist' version of my CV which gives the most rounded view of my experience so didn't bother taking that stuff out. Doubt they will look at it, but who knows.
eta: I've got some sort of problem with parentheses.
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:17
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Lol, I think it was a good idea to give them the generalist version! They seem to like well rounded people at Harvard!
Lol, I think it was a good idea to give them the generalist version! They seem to like well rounded people at Harvard!
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:22
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I'll be well rounded in more way than one if this stress continues. Can't stop eating because of it!
I'll be well rounded in more way than one if this stress continues. Can't stop eating because of it!
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:22
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I'll be well rounded in more way than one if this stress continues. Can't stop eating because of it!
Riiight, marathoner. ;-)
<blockquote>I'll be well rounded in more way than one if this stress continues. Can't stop eating because of it!</blockquote>
Riiight, marathoner. ;-)
Riiight, marathoner. ;-)
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:22
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Lol, stop Lextra! You'll ruin your synchronised swimming career! ;)
Lol, stop Lextra! You'll ruin your synchronised swimming career! ;)
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:24
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I'll be well rounded in more way than one if this stress continues. Can't stop eating because of it!
Riiight, marathoner. ;-)
It will need to change to ultras at this rate.
<blockquote><blockquote>I'll be well rounded in more way than one if this stress continues. Can't stop eating because of it!</blockquote>
Riiight, marathoner. ;-)</blockquote>
It will need to change to ultras at this rate.
Riiight, marathoner. ;-)</blockquote>
It will need to change to ultras at this rate.
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:27
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Besides Harvard's tradition issuing decisions on Mondays, why is it that we believe it HAS to be today??
it could be tomorrow, right? i dont think it will be next Monday either.
Besides Harvard's tradition issuing decisions on Mondays, why is it that we believe it HAS to be today??
it could be tomorrow, right? i dont think it will be next Monday either.
it could be tomorrow, right? i dont think it will be next Monday either.
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:28
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Lol, Ok get this. I just messaged this to Supranote, but I am posting it as well because I believe that, whilst it is speculative, it is true.
I think decisions will be out this evening! Here's my reasoning: every year it has come out on this date. What's more, it has come out at well after 5pm Boston Time on this date. Why would it come out after 5pm?! Because this is the final step... they decide today... even if the process goes on well into the evening...
Lol, Ok get this. I just messaged this to Supranote, but I am posting it as well because I believe that, whilst it is speculative, it is true.
I think decisions will be out this evening! Here's my reasoning: every year it has come out on this date. What's more, it has come out at well after 5pm Boston Time on this date. Why would it come out after 5pm?! Because this is the final step... they decide today... even if the process goes on well into the evening...
I think decisions will be out this evening! Here's my reasoning: every year it has come out on this date. What's more, it has come out at well after 5pm Boston Time on this date. Why would it come out after 5pm?! Because this is the final step... they decide today... even if the process goes on well into the evening...
Posted Mar 22, 2010 20:28
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Such a waste of a day! It's almost 1 am in New Delhi. I think I'll go to sleep. All the best people!
Such a waste of a day! It's almost 1 am in New Delhi. I think I'll go to sleep. All the best people!
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