The Admission Game® Voting Ticker

Four good candidates… only one can be admitted. See who is getting the votes and why!

What folks are saying...

• Hobie: Tough courses, great athlete, hard worker
  -Karen (Posted 1/11/10)
• Despite her not outstanding ranking in her class, Danielle's passion for writing and her investment in it are compelling and make her seem like a good candidate.
  -Margot (Posted 1/11/10)
• I liked Hobie because she’s a girl + math + Comp. Sci + coach card+ IB program. Does she have the best chance of getting in? But Danielle has merit and a compelling story.
  -Megan (Posted 1/11/10)
• Josh seemed like the most committed to the activities he enjoys.
  -Tom (Posted 1/11/10)
• Understanding Danielle's background would be key.
  -Susan (Posted 1/11/10)
• Danielle seemed sincere and dedicated
  -Roger (Posted 1/11/10)
• Austin showed most interest in school subjects that he wanted to carry on in real life.
  -Brian (Posted 1/11/10)
• I was a double major; math and music. Calc A and flute got me to vote for Josh.
  -Jennifer (Posted 1/31/10)
• Austin—hard worker, motivated!
  -Cathy (Posted 1/31/10)
• Danielle seemed more concentrated on her curriculum and proved she can work hard.
  -Alice (Posted 1/31/10)
• Hobie has sports (tennis) and difficult courses in high school.
  -Charlie (Posted 2/1/10)
• Considering her life circumstances, Danielle still persevered, brought the grades and performed well in her talent.
  -Ashley (Posted 2/1/10)
• At first, great grades, volunteer work, national merit, high scores, no need for financial aid and geographic diversity had me leaning to Austin. In the end, Danielle works the hardest and puts forth the most effort.
  -Ann (Posted 2/2/10)
• Hobie is most well-rounded and doesn't need financial aid.
  -Scott (Posted 2/2/10)
• Josh is more suited to a liberal arts college.
  -Mario (Posted 2/2/10)
• I thought Danielle was most well-rounded. Her personal life presented challenges that offered opportunity for personal growth.
  -Richard (Posted 2/3/10)
• Josh has difficult classes, is diverse and has an "over the top" credential.
  -Tai-Yin (Posted 2/3/10)
• Hobie will be a great program changer at school!
  -Harry (Posted 2/3/10)
• Danielle: inspired, against the odds, passionate, created change.
  -John (Posted 2/3/10)
• I can relate to Danielle a lot.
  -Kellie (Posted 2/5/10)
• Danielle is committed and good at what she does. Bright. Successful. Hard worker.
  -Angela (Posted 2/5/10)
• I know Austin didn't take math in senior year but he's very dedicated to what he's interested in (Environmental Engineering). He's taking AP Physics and has extensive experience in environmental science.
  -Robin (Posted 2/5/10)
• Josh is a well rounded student and it showed in his performance and what he can give/offer.
  -Erica (Posted 2/5/10)
• I love the way Austin had a passion and pursued it in a meaningful way.
  -Wayne (Posted 2/9/10)
• Hobie presents an interesting profile. Tennis would be great for Easton but also appears to be a serious student.
  -Bruce (Posted 2/9/10)
• Josh is motivated, travels 70 miles to his high school because of orchestra and has good grades.
  -Margaret (Posted 2/9/10)
• I feel Danielle demonstrated the ability to put forth effort necessary to accomplish and overcome hurdles in her non-perfect life situation.
  -Lidia (Posted 2/9/10)
• Danielle is well-rounded and has the best essay. Classics. Lots of literature.
  -Jill (Posted 2/11/10)
• Danielle is applying to a school that fits her.
  -Josephine (Posted 2/11/10)
• We need people (Austin) who care about the environment.
  -Philip (Posted 2/11/10)
• Wanted Hobie but didn't think she would accept.
  -Harjeet (Posted 2/11/10)
• I like the potential Hobie brings to the school.
  -Bob (Posted 2/15/10)
• Hobie is a star tennis player who looks for academic challenges.
  -Clint (Posted 2/15/10)
• Danielle has high rigor and has very good writing skills.
  -Alex (Posted 2/15/10)
• Josh has the musical hook, challenging courses and shows potential to enable himself.
  -Austin (Posted 2/15/10)
• Danielle has talent, focus, maturity and great teacher recommendations—a good risk.
  -Wendy (Posted 2/16/10)
• I like Josh's dedication to music/flute performance.
  -Kristine (Posted 2/16/10)
• Hobie rocks my socks!
  -Meagan (Posted 2/16/10)
• Danielle seems to have good control of her life and destination.
  -Yizi (Posted 2/18/10)
• I think Austin seems to demonstrate deep and interconnected interests.
  -Marie (Posted 2/18/10)
• Danielle is a survivor. She manages life conflicts, works and continues to do what she loves.
  -Kathy (Posted 2/18/10)
• Josh has artistic diversity and skills that could give back to the university.
  -Teri (Posted 2/18/10)
• I liked Danielle because her heart seemed to be in what she had done.
  -David (Posted 2/19/10)
• I voted for Josh. We get diversity, he's "free" and talented.
  -Jessica (Posted 2/19/10)
• Hobie's courses are the most challenging of all the candidates.
  -Ashley (Posted 2/19/10)
• Danielle will make it for the long haul of school. She's a brilliant writer and has had to maintain and exceed expectations during school change and divorce.
  -Patty (Posted 2/23/10)
• Danielle is very talented and a hard worker and teachers gave "real" information on her.
  -Irma (Posted 2/23/10)
• Hobie's workload seems the hardest plus she is a credible athlete.
  -Lace (Posted 2/23/10)
• There were lots of smart folks but only one (Hobie) with national level talent.
  -Kathy (Posted 2/23/10)
• Like Austin's transcript but felt he lost out because he didn't push himself.
  -Ellyn (Posted 2/24/10)
• Danielle seem to enjoy the "outside of the box."
  -John (Posted 2/24/10)
• I like how all of Josh's "hooks" come together.
  -Jill (Posted 2/24/10)
• Austin is the best candidate based on life experiences and grades.
  -Mark (Posted 3/1/10)
• Josh is smart and musical.
  -Freda (Posted 3/1/10)
• I can sympathize with a character (Danielle) who is intelligent but is having trouble putting herself together.
  -Rebecca (Posted 3/8/10)
• Loved Hobie's essay and found her well-rounded
  -Jane (Posted 3/8/10)
• Danielle should be able to give the most diversity in perspective, intellect, and motivation to the community.
  -Conner (Posted 3/8/10)
• Hobie the Top Ranked Tennis player for sure.
  -liz (Posted 5/4/10)

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