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YCBK 590: More Controversy Over Tulane Putting 4 High Schools On A 1 Year ED Ban

Nov 24, 2025
Dr. Jay Hamilton, a Stanford professor and author of "You Got In! Now What?", shares valuable insights on thriving in college. He emphasizes the importance of building friendships and stepping outside comfort zones. Jay discusses the impact of influential books and stories of notable figures like Carly Fiorina, encouraging students to forge their own paths. He also highlights the need for resilience in facing setbacks and advocates for deep reflection as students prepare for their collegiate journeys.
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INSIGHT

Why Colleges Waive Application Fees

  • Colleges often waive application fees to encourage priority applicants and move prospects down the admissions funnel.
  • A fee waiver can signal interest, not necessarily a low chance of admission.
ADVICE

Switch To EA Or RD If ED Is Paused

  • If your school is placed on an ED pause, apply Early Action or Regular Decision instead and expect different admit odds.
  • Compare Tulane's ED, EA, and RD acceptance rates before changing your strategy.
INSIGHT

The Power Disparity Between ED And RD

  • ED admits at some schools can be massively advantaged versus RD or EA, making a pause meaningful for applicants.
  • Shifting to RD/EA can reduce an individual's chance dramatically at schools with large ED advantage.
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