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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]DC is not even planning to apply for that many, probably around 15, which is not much for high stat kids, since their reach and target schools overlap, it's like playing the lottery[/quote]

Not independent odds, so no, it's not like buying more tickets.[/quote]

It’s only not independent odds if your student isn’t completely qualified to get in. For the average DCUM kid, they hav their multiple APs, 1500+ SAT score, high GPA, extracurricular leaderships, volunteer work, summer internships etc etc checked off. By that point you are qualified for any T20 school, it’s just a matter of who the school is looking for, if your essay will speak to the officer reading your application, etc. Therefore, more apps mean more choices, and a higher chance at a top tier choice.

However, applying to a lot of schools is a detriment if your student isn’t disciplined. If they procrastinate and write all their essays at the last second then yes, it’s a waste of money and it will just stress them out. [/quote]

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