BARNARD
ADMITS 143 APPLICANTS IN EARLY DECISION PROCESS
NEW
YORK, N.Y., December 17, 2001 – Barnard
has admitted 143 applicants from 25 states in
its early decision process, a group of women
who will make up 26 percent of what is expected
to be a class of 550.
A record number of 315 women applied early decision
this fall. Under early decision, a student applies
early and, if admitted, commits to attending
the College.
"This was an extremely strong pool of early
decision applicants and the committee had to
make many difficult decisions," said Jennifer
Fondiller, Dean of Admissions. "The students
we have admitted represent are very strong academically
and will bring a great deal to the Class of
2006."
This year’s early decision admissions were
geographically more diverse than last year’s
admissions, with increases seen in west coast
representation (11% this year vs. 8% last year)
and in New England (15% this year vs. 13% last
year). Twenty-five states are also represented
(vs. 23 states last year).
SAT scores among those admitted early decision
rose to 1320 from 1310 last year, reflecting
a 10-point increase in SAT verbal scores.
Fondiller stressed that while the early decision
admitted students represent only about one-quarter
of the class, "we can begin to see how
the overall characteristics of the class are
shaping up. Twelve admitted students are sisters
of Barnard students and alumnae, and six are
daughters of Barnard alumnae. Students in the
class will include student government presidents,
national debate champions, students who spend
significant hours working after school and others
who participate in competitive athletics. The
students revealed themselves passionately in
their essays, with topics ranging from a first-hand
look at poverty in Bangladesh to an analysis
of the cultural differences in a student’s
small hometown in Florida. One student wrote
about her dual passion for Physics and Theater
while another reflected on her relationship
with her parents."
Contact:
Jennifer Fondiller, 212-854-2014
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