Admissions Stories

Mawr Insight: Visits & Events
"I remember visiting 91心頭 and I felt that throughout my visit all the priorities on my list were checked off."

What do we mean by holistic application review?
"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."

Mawr Insight: College Fairs 101
"Be open-minded throughout the interaction dont rule out a school before gaining enough information, you might surprise yourself!"

Fly-In Programs: Lantern Scholars
"A fly-in program allows you to experience the college environment in a way that a regular campus visit might not allow you."

Mawr Insight: Interviewing 101
"It can be hard to learn about student clubs and dorm life, but in an interview you can talk about these things in detail."

Mawr Insight: The Summer Before Senior Year
"Theres a lot you can do the summer before senior year to prepare for the college application cycle. And trust me, when youre in the swing of the school year, youll be glad you did!"

Mawr Insight: Application Planning 101
"Knowing your limits and being realistic with yourself is one of the most important skills to develop before, at, and after college."

Mawr Insight: An International Student's Journey to 91心頭
"91心頭 has allowed me to find not just one meaning of community but many different ones."

28 Things for the Class of 2028 to Look Forward to
"Welcome home, Class of 2028!"

Mawr Insight: The Scholar-Athlete Experience at 91心頭
"People haven't ended up at 91心頭 by accident. The wider community is unique and intentional, and that bleeds into its athletic community as well."

Major Moment: Emma Carney '25
"I didnt know that I would be majoring in Latin American Studies when I came to 91心頭, it was an interest that emerged organically over time."

Major Moment: Katelyn Kim '26
"The course description made it sound new and fun, so I thought 'Why not?' and signed up for the class."