What is the "holistic approach" in college admissions? Former Dartmouth Admissions Officer Racquel offers her perspective on the term.

At most universities, you are allowed to see your application and the reviewers’ comments upon request. I decided to see my Yale application

“SR 2xsci 10, 11. JHCTY online MV Calc 12 fits w/Hutch internship. Supp: Hutch MD a rare gem.” This is the language of admissions officers.