A behind-the-scenes look at the undergraduate admissions process

Each year, the Brandeis University undergraduate admissions staff reads thousands of applications from prospective students as staff members work together to build the next class. Meet some of the people involved in the process, and get an insider's look as the admissions committee discussed applications.

[@krishintz]

As an independent college consultant at Position U 4 College, I've found this video very helpful for my clients in understanding the admissions process. It "humanizes" the process that can be so intimidating to college-bound teens. Thank you, Brandeis!

[@TheTameWalrus]

It's amazing that Brandeis was so candid in its reply to heylollipops. I've been wait listed by WashU and Unchicago and they gave me jack all in terms of data. There was literally a frequently asked question on a WashU page about how many students are on the wait list and the reply was, "We won't know how many until after the wait list reply deadline of May 1st, 2013." Come on guys, then tell us how many positions you offered. This kind of openness makes me want to come to Brandeis (I got in!).

[@patriciaschuster1371]

Congratulations on Brandeis!

[@FilezillaDownload]

Thanks for explaining the process, at first it seemed like a rather difficult hurdle but this video really clarified a lot, thank you.

[@soumyavats3848]

I just found out I got in!! So excited! :D

[@polartec239]

This shows exactly what makes Brandeis so unique.

[@catielee3888]

I just received my acceptance a few days ago & am so excited!!! #brandeis2024

[@brandeis]

We're looking forward to welcoming you to campus!

[@brandeis]

We extended waitlist offers to 1400 students. We anticipate approximately 400 will choose to remain on the waitlist but we are still waiting for the reply deadline before we have a final count. Last year we offered a place in the class to 75 students off the waitlist.

[@heylollipops]

thank you for the information!

[@raiaan123]

I met Jennifer at an interview. I won a full-tuition scholarship to Brandeis so I'll be there nxt yr. Thnx for this vid "BU". Jennifer is such a cool woman btw. I can't wait to meet Pam XD

[@ariannaz1270]

I am so scared oh my god

[@heylollipops]

HOw many people are on the waitlist? and How many are accepted from the waitlist per year?

[@brandeis]

Congratulations, Keane! We hope you decide to join the Brandeis family!

[@jamesbedukodjograham5508]

I surely hope to enter the Brandeis University for Graduate work in Sociology and Psychology in 2022. However Financial aid will be necessary for money and Scholarships.

[@jarinannan5318]

I am waiting for historycal moment admit brandaise uni.

[@jadejagaines3699]

lol I'm over here trying to see how I get in this 😂

[@idkwhybut...]

Where'd you go to?

[@tonyseewah3344]

Didnt joe take you in?

[@ckeducation2010]

Students and parents are so misinformed about the college admissions process. This gives you a glimpse but just scratches the surface. At least Brandeis attempts to be transparent. Please be informed and learn the truth.

[@willfrank5816]

Bambi is a stolen service dog! Please I need my dog back and she is medically necessary for me. I am so upset she was stolen. BAMBI. I am sure you know

[@soccerbels7947]

What?

[@bpxl53yewz29]

These college admission committees really need diversity. I see no Asians or Blacks there (unless I am mistaken). No wonder the percentages of these groups are so low.

[@jamesbedukodjograham5508]

This situation is because very few black people have Degrees for consideration as Admission Officers. This situation must change if Black America can prove itself once and for all.

[@jamesbedukodjograham5508]

bpxl53yewz your observation is really on point.

[@soccerbels7947]

Its an 12 year + video