How to Increase Your Chances of Success in Admissions

Posted date: 08 Jan 2022

If you're desperate to get into a particular university course, chances are you've already gotten good marks, written a killer essay or research proposal, and generally attempted to make your application the best it can be. However, if you simply consider inside the limitations of your application, you are already reducing your prospects of admission to your preferred university. There are plenty of out-of-the-box options to aid you along the admissions journey if you become creative. University admissions are a business, so if you understand the system inside and out, you will be far more likely to be able to manipulate it in your advantage. Here are some great recommendations for increasing your chances of admission to your preferred university without resorting to generic padding.

1. Get connected: It's not always the smoothest road, but connecting with people related to your course of choice is a great method to increase your chances of admission. And it's less about 'who you know' and more about 'what you know about them.' If you can learn about the research interests of professors in the appropriate department, you can mention them during the application process. It's a modest yet tried-and-true method of being noticed.

2. Get recognized: The concept of being recognized is intertwined with the concept of being linked. Enthusiasm and enthusiasm are nearly always viewed positively, so don't be hesitant to express your interest in your ideal school. Attend open days and meet the professors who may be in charge of your admissions. Attend open seminars to learn about the lecturers' research interests. If an admissions officer can put a face to your name and remember how eager and dedicated you were to the course, they are more likely to evaluate you favorably.

3. Get your excuses lined up: If your application has flaws, don't be scared to address them (either on paper or in person). Instead of hiding a terrible grade or the fact that you don't have a lot of relevant interests, turn them around and make them work for you. Give a rationale for the poor grade and transform your lack of knowledge about your subject into a "newfound ambition to unravel the mysteries of X and Y." Even your weak points must appear to be strong points during the application process.

4. Get recognition: Many people who have worked hard to achieve where they are do not like to show off, but if you have faced true difficulties, do not remain silent about it. Many institutions seek applicants from ethnic minorities or economically disadvantaged backgrounds, so make sure they are aware of any circumstances that may hinder your application. Many people want to be admitted 'on their own merit,' but if you have done well despite, say, severe financial circumstances, that just adds to your merit. Recognize your accomplishments rather than hiding them.

Overall, acceptance is about proving why you are uniquely qualified to flourish in the programme of your choice. If you honestly believe you are the top candidate, fight to convince your preferred university that you are the best pick. University admissions are competitive, but if you follow these ideas and keep thinking outside the box, you will greatly increase your chances of success.

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