Admissions Tips Stories

"We’re here to assist and have compiled our best tips to help you navigate the process."

"I remember visiting Bryn Mawr and I felt that throughout my visit all the priorities on my list were checked off."

"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."

"Be open-minded throughout the interaction — don’t rule out a school before gaining enough information, you might surprise yourself!"

"Lantern Scholars leave the program with a clearer understanding of what it means to be part of a women’s college and a liberal arts institution. "

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

"There’s a lot you can do the summer before senior year to prepare for the college application cycle. And trust me, when you’re in the swing of the school year, you’ll be glad you did!"

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

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

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

"To best understand the relevance of places like Bryn Mawr in today’s world, we need to ground ourselves in the contemporary atmosphere for women."

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