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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]DC is headed to WashU in the fall. Was lucky enough to be a recruited athlete. As a HYP grad, I was really floored by the campus visit. This school is as well resourced as any Ivy. I believe the endowment is around $12 billion which exceeds all three of the Ivy peers mentioned - even Cornell which is much larger. So much to like about the school. Statistically the student body is just as strong as the other schools (test scores etc). Name recognition is certainly worse versus the other schools. Many people don’t know it but these are also the same people who probably can’t name all the Ivy League schools or just aren’t familiar with the college landscape nowadays. Outcomes seem to be excellent nonetheless. In terms of whether it’s prestigious this is just dumb- 12 pct acceptance rate with avg SAT well into the 1500s. It’s an elite school. [/quote]

Congratulations!

DS is also eyeing on WashU and has talked to the school coach on recruiting. He was told not to submit an SAT unless it's over 1530. Did your kid submit SAT? If yes, would you mind sharing the score? Thanks.[/quote]

DS was told 1500 minimum. Did not submit his 1430. Had multiple 5s on AP tests which we did submit but only after “strong” pre-read came back. Applied ED1 and got in. Very strong but not flawless transcript, mostly As, high (but not super high) rigor, one outstanding non-athletic achievement and generally goods ECs. We are all very excited! Such a high quality school in so many ways. DS feels very lucky to have the opportunity. [/quote]

Thank you for sharing. I am excited for your kid. Best wishes [/quote]

Thanks! He has worked hard and will make the most of it.[/quote]

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