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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Of course it's a great school, in a great location - yes.  But it is not QUITE the amazing educational experience that their demanding standards would seem to indicate.
Mine would have loved to apply.  But between the restrictive application policy (which is truly awful given the very difficult cycles these kids are facing) and their demands for all test scores - my kids have had it.  Both have what it takes to succeed there.  But my first and now my second are not willing to ruin what was left of HS to get there.   Straight As in AP courses not enough for you?  Opting for mental health over College Board nonsense by skipping a few AP exams?  Please.   My next one feels the same way.  These two are great students - never had anything less than an A or A-, fantastic ECs that reflect their commitment to serving others for years, stellar LORs, tons of the R word - RIGOR.  Not pointy for Ivies.  But they are out - of the G-town rat race.  And no - that's not a Georgetown troll talking - it's an honest frustration for their policies.  [/quote]

Georgetown makes it impossible to apply and get in, for good reason, OP.  My kids felt the same way. GU's strict and overly rigorous application policy weeds out most high ranked applicants on purpose.  Which is fine, because ANY school only wants you there if you are willing and able to do all the work needed for their particular school. It's not for everyone, and that is perfectly okay. My kids feel the same. [/quote]

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