The following piece was provided by Fontbonne:
Excitement and anticipation filled the foyer at Fontbonne, The Early College of Boston on Oct. 22 as nine seniors, including one from Watertown, opened their acceptance letters from Assumption University.
Students had already turned in their applications last week and interviewed with Assumption’s admissions counselor at Fontbonne to complete the rest of the process that same day. “I really loved that I could get this opportunity earlier, so I’m not as stressed later on,” senior Addison Rich said.
Lily Carpenter of Watertown said she had a good experience with the Assumption representative.
“When the day came, I had a really great interview, and the admissions counselor was really friendly and really nice to talk to. It was just so nice to get the decision back immediately and have that peace of mind knowing that I have this option,” Carpenter said. “With most of my other schools, I won’t hear back until December, January, or February. It was really nice to have at least one, which made the rest of the process a lot less stressful. So it was very good.”
This unique early admissions experience is part of a new partnership between Fontbonne and Assumption University. Last month, representatives from the university visited Fontbonne to help students craft their college essays and navigate the application process, culminating in Wednesday’s ‘Decision Day’ celebration.
One senior shed tears reading the good news of her acceptance letter, while another jumped for joy. For twin sisters, Addison and Cora, the day carried extra meaning as they learned their results side by side.
“We really want to go to the same school. We’re like best friends, so I feel like it’s…” Cora said as she paused for a moment. “…relieving that we can get at least one school together and we have that opportunity,” her sister Addison finished.
Even though Cora was born first, she says, Addison was quick to point out that she would be the first one to share the news with their mom and dad.
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About Fontbonne, The Early College of Boston
Fontbonne, The Early College of Boston, is a Catholic preparatory and early college serving young women in grades 7-12 throughout Greater Boston and the South Shore. Since 1954, Fontbonne has inspired remarkable girls and is a leader in private school education and a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Boston. Fontbonne’s Early College model and student-centered curriculum allow its faculty to challenge students to rise to the expectation of academic excellence while understanding the importance of collaboration and creativity. The Early College program exposes students to learning beyond the classroom, with opportunities to experience the world. Through the access students have to college classrooms, programming, and student life experiences, which allow them to use their voices, we are preparing our young leaders to create their future. A Fontbonne education proudly encourages students to question the status quo and have conversations that challenge them. Our alumni are faithful, fearless, and compassionate leaders defining our future.