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[quote=Anonymous]Fit is definitely something to consider.  If your kid wants to go to Williams, definitely have them apply ED.   I went to Williams and have been a very consistent (but pretty small) donor over the years.  My son had a 3.9 GAP (4.41 wGPA) at TJHSST and a 35 ACT, but a weak EC profile (didn't study all the time, but just liked to do his own thing).  He was unsure whether Williams was a good fit for him, and didn't want to apply ED.  Did apply regular decision, and was rejected.  I was invited to speak with the Dean of Admissions after the decision, but it was a very non-substantive ("we have many great applicants, and its nothing specific about your son's application") and unsatisfying call.  I was pretty disappointed at the time, and probably would have said something during the call, but I have a younger son who is also very smart and might be a better fit for Williams, so I stayed quiet other than thanking her for her time.

Getting back to your specific question, I don't think that the academic workload at a Williams or Amherst would necessarily be that much harder than at Dickinson for example, but there will likely be fewer tip top students.  So I wouldn't pass on an ED application to Williams or Amherst or something like that simply because you are worried your kid won't be able to handle the workload.[/quote]

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