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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I dont think you can write 22 strong applications.

Maybe there are schools that don't require essays or supps. Okay.  But for those that do - every short answer, every quick take has to really be well crafted.

Our counselor says kids who apply to 7-8 schools usually have better options than kids who apply to 15+. I believe it[/quote]

Most of the 20+ applications are split he’s ill btw EA and RD.

RD applications written 2 months after EA can often be stronger. Writing good essay packages is a learned skill. You get better the more you do.[/quote]

22 applications is insane and unnecessary with a well curated list.  2-3 reaches, a handful or targets, and 2-3 safetys your child is actually willing to attend (not just easy to get in or rolling  admissions).

Anything more is a waste of time and money.[/quote]

This was decent advice when reaches had 30% admissions rates. Now the admissions rate is 3%. How can it possibly still be good advice?[/quote]

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