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The "Yield" Game: Why Your Safety School Might Reject You (And Why Liberal Arts Colleges Care So Much) 📉
Ever wonder why an elite-profile student gets into an Ivy League school but gets waitlisted by a "less competitive" school? 🤔
It’s not always bad luck. It’s often a calculated move called "Yield Protection."
What is Yield?
In simple terms, Yield is the percentage of students who say "YES" after being accepted.
Formula:
Yield = (Enrolled Students ÷ Admitted Students) x 100
Harvard’s Yield: ~84% (Most students who get in, go there.)
Average Public University Yield: ~25% (Many accepted students go elsewhere.)
🏫Why Liberal Arts Colleges (LACs) Obsess Over Yield
Universities, and specifically Liberal Arts Colleges (like Williams, Amherst, Pomona), prioritize yield for three critical reasons:
1. 💰 Financial Survival
Unlike massive state schools with government funding, many LACs rely heavily on tuition. They need to know exactly how many students are coming to balance their budget. If they admit 1,000 students and only 200 show up, they are in financial trouble.
2. 🏆 Rankings & Prestige
Colleges want to look desirable. A high yield rate tells the world (and ranking algorithms like U.S. News) that they are a "first-choice" school. Low yield can make a school look like a "backup plan."
3. 🛡️ "Tufts Syndrome" (Yield Protection)
This is the controversial part. If an LAC sees an applicant with stats "way above" their average (who likely applied to Harvard, Stanford, etc.), they might "waitlist" or "reject" them.
Why?
- The college assumes the student won't attend if accepted. Rejecting them upfront protects the college’s yield statistic.
📊 The Data: LACs vs. The Giants (2024/2025 Trends)
We analyzed the "Common Data Set (CDS)"—the secret weapon for checking admissions data—to show you the difference.
Top Ivies (Harvard/Stanford) don't worry much about yield protection. They know they are the dream school.
Top LACs fight harder.
Pomona College: ~50% Yield
Amherst College: ~39% Yield
Williams College: ~43% Yield
Compare that to Brown University (~73% yield). Even the best LACs lose half their accepted students to other top-tier schools. This makes them very sensitive to an applicant's "Demonstrated Interest."
🕵️‍♀️ How to Use This Info (The "Common Data Set" Hack)
Don't guess—look up the data yourself!
1. Google "[School Name] Common Data Set"
2. Open the latest PDF.
3. Scroll to "Section C1" or "C2" (First-Time, First-Year Admission).
4. Look for "Number admitted" vs. "Number enrolled." Do the math!
5. Bonus: Look at "Section C7." If the column for "Level of applicant’s interest" says "Important" or "Very Important," that school likely practices yield protection!
📝 Key Takeaways for Applicants
✅ Show the Love: For LACs, "Demonstrated Interest" is huge. Open their emails, visit the campus (virtual or real), and write a killer "Why Us" essay.
✅ Don't assume "Safeties" are Safe: If you are overqualified for a school that tracks interest, you must show them you are serious, or you risk being yield-protected.
✅ Use Early Decision (ED): If an LAC is your top choice, applying ED (which is binding) guarantees a 100% yield for them. This often gives you a massive admissions boost.
Has anyone else been "yield protected" or waitlisted by a safety school? Share your story in the comments! 👇
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Have you missed the ED and EA deadline? Don't worry, there is still hope. You still have time for ED II and RD Applications. 🏛️

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Scholars Cafe is back —and we came with a gift for every Fall 2026 US college applicant this December. 🎁🇺🇸

Welcome to Scholars Cafe: “Your December Application Cafe.”

A place where you can ask anything, clear every confusion, and get the guidance you truly needed — all month long. From essays to Common App to financial aid worries to whatever the stresses are, this Cafe is yours.

📲All you need to do is:

🔹Submit your questions through this google form: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe1Gt3ACzKAR03qoO…
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🔹Keep an eye on our facebook page and instagram page.

🔹We’ll answer your questions through reels, videos, and posts.

🔹We will arrange a weekly 4–5 hour support sessions based on your interests and needs.

Let’s make December the month you finally get clarity, confidence, direction, and submit your application.

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☕ Ever wondered what your story would taste like if it were a perfectly brewed cup of coffee?

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3 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 1

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☕ At Scholars Cafe, we believe that just like a perfect cup of coffee starts with the finest beans, your dream of studying abroad begins with the right preparation and mentorship.

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3 months ago | [YT] | 2

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The process of the USA College Application is always stressful & overwhelming, right?😩

-And to manage that stress, personalized consulting or guidance is much more necessary.

We, the ScholarsCafe team, have already done multiple amazing 1-on-1 sessions with some individuals.☕

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In this one-on-one consultation, you can ask any questions regarding your application phase, profile, basic knowledge, further process, and so on!

Disclaimer: We are only open to answer USA (undergrad application) related questions‼

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3 months ago | [YT] | 2

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🎙 Scholars Cafe Coffee Conversation – Episode 09 ☕ (Rescheduled)

Unlocking the SAT: Strategies, Stories & Success! 🚀 Join us at Scholars Café for an exclusive webinar where top scorers share their preparation journey, proven study breakdowns, and real experiences to help you ace the SAT. Don’t miss this chance to learn, ask, and get inspired! ✨

📅Date: 29 September, Monday
🕒Time: 9 PM (Bangladesh Standard Time)
💻Place: Facebook Live (Via StreamYard)

This Monday at 9 PM (BD Time), join us LIVE on Facebook as we welcome:
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Dhaka Residential Model College
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In this exclusive webinar, we’ll break down the SAT preparation journey—covering study strategies, time management hacks, personal experiences, and insider tips that will guide you toward success. 🚀
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Scholars Cafe Coffee Conversation – Episode 08 ☕
Research Fundamentals for Youth 📚

This Saturday at 9 PM (BD Time), join us LIVE on Facebook as we welcome:

🎓 Guest: Dr. Rauful Alam
🔬 Scientist in Medicinal Chemistry at the University of Chicago, Former Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Pennsylvania

Dr. Alam earned his B.S. and M.S. in Chemistry from the University of Chittagong, followed by a second M.S. and Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry at Stockholm University, Sweden. He has held prestigious research positions, authored peer-reviewed articles and patents, and is currently serving as a Staff Scientist at one of the world’s leading research institutions.

📅 Date: 28 September
🕘 Time: 9 PM (Bangladesh Standard Time)
💻 Place: Facebook Live (Via StreamYard)

Get ready to explore:
✅ Core research fundamentals for young scholars/high schoolers/first-year university students
✅ Dr. Alam’s inspiring academic and industry journey
✅ Practical tips for building a research mindset early
✅ Insights into study abroad and global research opportunities

Don’t miss this insightful session and share it with your friends & start your first research paper together!

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