Ivy Day

This time of the year is especially exciting for students who are waiting to hear back from their dream universities. For many students, it is a matter of waiting to receive a mailing from their colleges, notifying them of their acceptance. In the midst of this happiness, countless of those who applied to the eight participating Ivy League institutions await one looming day: March 31, 2016.

The universities in the Ivy League have what is called an Ivy League Agreement, which states that they will release admissions decisions at the same time though exceptions do apply. For the most part, Ivy hopefuls will be accessing portals beginning at 5 pm on March 31st to see the results. As an applicant myself, I can surely say that the application process is not just something to complete in one sitting; rather, it involves preparation, reflection, and thought. Our school has multiple applicants who applied to Ivy League institutions, so during this stressful time of the year, be sure to commend them for their hard work, no matter the result.

It may be a celebratory day for some, or a down day for others; however, the events of March 31, 2016, will help shape the aura of the day for sure. On a final note, do not let a few college decisions dictate your path, as everything happens for a reason. Stay strong during this last week—it is finally here!