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What do we mean by 鈥渉olistic application review鈥?

by Nichole Reynolds, Dean of Undergraduate Admissions

"Our aim is to understand you not just as an academic performer, but as a whole human, one shaped by the multiple, rich contexts in which you exist."

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Mawr Insight: College Fairs 101

by Zoe Gold, Admissions Counselor

"Be open-minded throughout the interaction 鈥 don鈥檛 rule out a school before gaining enough information, you might surprise yourself!"

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Fly-In Programs: Lantern Scholars

by Emily Santana, Senior Assistant Director of Admissions & Coordinator of Access & Equity

"A fly-in program allows you to experience the college environment in a way that a regular campus visit might not allow you."

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Mawr Insight: Interviewing 101

by Ava Blumer '24, Tour Guide

"It can be hard to learn about student clubs and dorm life, but in an interview you can talk about these things in detail."

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Mawr Insight: The Summer Before Senior Year

by Nichole Reynolds, Dean of Undergraduate Admissions

"There鈥檚 a lot you can do the summer before senior year to prepare for the college application cycle. And trust me, when you鈥檙e in the swing of the school year, you鈥檒l be glad you did!"

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Mawr Insight: Application Planning 101

with Emma Carney '25

"Knowing your limits and being realistic with yourself is one of the most important skills to develop before, at, and after college."

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Mawr Voices: The Student-Athlete Experience at 色色研究所

with Emma Ryan '24

"People haven't ended up at 色色研究所 by accident. The wider community is unique and intentional, and that bleeds into its athletic community as well."

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What you need to know about the 2024-2025 FAFSA

by Joanne Sullivan, Dean of Financial Aid

"As you and your family prepare to complete this important step in the financial aid process, here鈥檚 a quick rundown on some of the key changes and what you鈥檒l need to know before you begin the FAFSA."

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College Essay Tips

by Zoe Gold '22, Admissions Counselor

"As intimidating as the college essay can seem, it is possible to enjoy the process."

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The Relevance of Women's Colleges

by Nichole Reynolds, Dean of Undergraduate Admissions

"To best understand the relevance of places like 色色研究所 in today鈥檚 world, we need to ground ourselves in the contemporary atmosphere for women."

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Playing the Waiting Game

by Cheryl Horsey, Chief Enrollment Officer

"Now that the application is submitted, what happens next?"

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Acing Your College Interview

By Libby Lakeman, Senior Assistant Director of Admissions

"Interviews are a great way to humanize the admissions process."

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