Admissions Stories

"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."

"Bryn Mawr has allowed me to find not just one meaning of community but many different ones."

"Welcome home, Class of 2028!"

"It’s amazing how easy it is to explore a lively city and then come back to a peaceful, castle-like campus."

"I didn’t know that I would be majoring in Latin American Studies when I came to Bryn Mawr, it was an interest that emerged organically over time."

"The course description made it sound new and fun, so I thought 'Why not?' and signed up for the class."

"Tri-Co Philly has provided me with the opportunity to dive deeper into Philadelphia and learn about these amazing, local circles such as its literary scene."