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More students have applied for admission to Radcliffe than ever before, President Wilbur K. Jordan announced yesterday. Although he refused to quote specific figures, Jordan said the applications represent a 16 percent increase over last year's total, following a 12-year rising trend.
Candidates for the Class of '58 have higher academic qualifications and represent greater geographical distribution than in any previous year, Jordan stated. Because so many applicants present outstanding high school records, Jordan added, "many students who could do not only passing but distinguished work here will have to be rejected."
The Admission Board could select from the many applicants only those girls who scored well on the College Board examinations, stand high in their classes, or those who do not require scholarships, but Jordan thought such a policy might have unfortunate results. "We need normality in the student body," he said.
Instead, the Admissions committee intends to place a great deal of emphasis on interviews, which it will require from all applicants who live within travelling distance of Radcliffe. Alumni will interview candidates applying from remote sections of the country.
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