People who respond to a college-related question w/nonsense when they know nothing about a topic are _________________.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Old people tend to post stuff out of very outdated information and impression.

Yes exactly. Such as you getting into Michigan easily in 1980, not the same anymore. UCLA, NYU, Michigan and Northeastern all receive insane amount of applications. In real life entitled DMV people, "so where did you go to college?" Oh whoops, thought this was a thread about pet peeves.

[Anonymous]

Why would a student with low GPA admitted to a top college?


While a low GPA can certainly make it more challenging to get into a top college, it's not a guaranteed disqualifier. Top colleges often consider a holistic view of applicants, meaning they look at more than just grades. Factors like exceptional talent in specific areas (athletics, music, art), strong leadership experience, compelling essays, and compelling personal stories can all contribute to an applicant's acceptance despite a lower GPA.

Here's a more detailed look at why a student with a low GPA might still be admitted:

1. Holistic Review: Top colleges recognize that GPA is just one piece of the puzzle. They are interested in the whole applicant, including their background, experiences, and potential contributions to the college community.

2. Extracurricular Activities and Talents: Exceptional talent in areas like sports, music, art, or leadership can be a significant advantage. Colleges may be willing to overlook a lower GPA if an applicant demonstrates extraordinary skill or potential in a particular area.

3. Compelling Essays and Personal Statements: A well-written essay can reveal a student's personality, intellectual curiosity, and ability to overcome challenges. If a student can articulate their experiences and future goals effectively, it can make a strong impression on admissions officers.

4. Strong Letters of Recommendation: Letters from teachers, mentors, or coaches who can speak to the student's character, work ethic, and potential can be very influential.

5. Demonstrated Improvement: If a student's GPA improved significantly over time, particularly in their later high school years, it can demonstrate their ability to learn and grow.

6. Overcoming Obstacles: If a student has faced significant challenges or hardships that impacted their GPA, they can explain these circumstances in their application and demonstrate their resilience.

7. Specific College Fit: Some colleges may be a better fit for a student's strengths and interests than others. Students should research colleges that align with their passions and where they feel they can thrive.

8. Legacy Status or Connections: In some cases, legacy status (being a relative of an alum) or connections to the college (through donations or influential individuals) can also play a role in admissions.


Yes, AI gives out a bunch of BS. People get admitted because of race.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:How about the posters who jump on every thread, ignore the actual question and just tell the OP that their kid won't get into school...

OP: where should I eat dinner in New Haven?
Poster: wait until your kid actually gets in.

Never mind that half the time the OP's post specified that their kid WAS already admitted but the reply poster is so eager to pronounce this as impossible that they don't even notice that detail.

Ooh, I love this one. I always hope they come back to realize their mistake. Seems their bitterness doesn’t allow them to see what’s right there in front of them.

[Anonymous]

Black.

[Anonymous]

Karen

[Anonymous]

not in short supply here.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Old people tend to post stuff out of very outdated information and impression.

Yes exactly. Such as you getting into Michigan easily in 1980, not the same anymore. UCLA, NYU, Michigan and Northeastern all receive insane amount of applications. In real life entitled DMV people, "so where did you go to college?" Oh whoops, thought this was a thread about pet peeves.

They also say dumb nonsense about Business majors which is in general more competitive and considered premium program today.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:not in short supply here.

This. I was going to say “your average DCUMer.”

[Anonymous]

There are a lot of trolls in this forum in particular. People take the bait.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:What are the symptoms of narcissistic personality disorder?

1. Grandiose sense of self-importance.
-Overestimating their capabilities or holding themselves to unreasonably high standards.
- Bragging or exaggerating their achievements.

2. Frequent fantasies about having or deserving:
-Success.
-Power.
-Intelligence.
-Beauty.
-Love.
-Self-fulfillment.

3. Belief in superiority.
-Thinking they’re special or unique.
-Believing they should associate only with those they see as worthy.

4. Need for admiration.
-Fragile self-esteem.
-Frequent self-doubt, self-criticism or emptiness.
-Preoccupation with knowing what others think of them.
-Fishing for compliments.

5. Entitlement.
-Inflated sense of self-worth.
-Expecting favorable treatment (to an unreasonable degree).
-Anger when people don’t cater to or appease them.

6. Willingness to exploit others.
-Consciously or unconsciously using others.
- Forming friendships or relationships with people who boost their self-esteem or status.
- Deliberately taking advantage of others for selfish reasons.

7. Lack of empathy.
-Saying things that might hurt others.
-Seeing the feelings, needs or desires of others as a sign of weakness.
-Not returning kindness or interest that others show.

8. Frequent envy.
-Feeling envious of others, especially when others are successful.
- Expecting envy from others.
- Belittling or diminishing the achievements of others.

9. Arrogance.
-Patronizing behavior.
- Behaving in a way that’s snobby or disdainful.
- Talking down or acting condescendingly.

You forgot:

10. Compulsive list maker.