What are a couple of reasons on why a student might be denied admission into Stanford University?
2006-12-20 13:33:10 · 4 answers · asked by anons 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
There are many reasons why someone might not get into Stanford...one of the most selective Universities in the country...including:
1) Low grades, test scores, few activities, less than stellar letters of recommendation
2) School's aiming for a certain geographic, socioeconomic, ethnic mix and you didn't "fit" for some reason, based on others they already accepted and the current student body This actually can include other characteristics like -- major, sports played, instruments played, etc. Sometimes they need to add someone to a team or a portion of the band, that person is in and ... you're not. Just one less spot and more competition for the rest.
3) Need for loans/grants/scholarships (sometimes full-paying students catch a break if the school has basically committed to all of the aid they can/want to/plan to)
Assuming you're highly qualified, then it's somewhat a "luck of the draw" ... you'll never really know. Best to move on and find another place that's a great fit for you that you can/get into!
2006-12-20 13:40:32 · answer #1 · answered by Shars 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
What a cooincidence! I know someone who just got accepted there early admission. (I'm doing regular admission like everyone else). I know that they're looking for SAT scores in the 680-700 range for math, and critical reading. Good Luck!
2006-12-20 13:38:27 · answer #2 · answered by fachizzzzle 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
first and foremost, failure to pass the entrance exem, secong poor highschool performance. third, possible disciplinary cases and lack of extra curricular activities during highschool days
2006-12-20 13:37:53 · answer #3 · answered by R L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Low GPA
Low test scores
Lack of activities/clubs
Just a plain idiot.
2006-12-20 13:35:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋