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Posse Scholarship Process – Concise Review

DAP Interview Overview

  • Three rounds: DAP 1, DAP 2, DAP 3
    • DAP 1: large group (≈ 50–70 people); only Posse staff present; focuses on teamwork activities
    • DAP 2: small group / individual; deeper discussion of online application; college reps not yet present
    • DAP 3: medium group (≈ 20–25 people); Posse staff and college admissions officers attend; similar collaborative tasks followed by brief networking

Timeline (NY Cohort – Approx.)

  • DAP 1: mid- to late August / early September
  • Decision for DAP 2: ~2 weeks after DAP 1 (late September–October)
  • DAP 2: late September–October
  • Decision for DAP 3: ~2 weeks after DAP 2 (early November)
  • DAP 3: late November–early December
  • Scholarship decision: within 1 week of DAP 3

Interview Structure & Tips

  • Dress code: business casual / professional
  • Key evaluation points: collaboration, engagement, clarity, authenticity
  • Quality over quantity: concise, meaningful contributions valued more than dominating talk-time
  • Introverts acceptable—show active listening & team facilitation
  • For DAP 2: know why you ranked each school; prepare to discuss application details

College Matching & Application

  • Matching occurs after DAP 2; applicants submit Early Decision (ED) to matched school (deadline ≈ November 15)
  • Only 11 partner schools available for Posse New York; cannot use scholarship at non-partner institutions
  • STEM-specific Posses: currently Brandeis & UW-Madison (must intend STEM major); Babson strictly business
  • Double majors allowed (e.g., STEM + music) once on campus

Financial Aid Considerations

  • Posse covers full tuition only
  • Room, board, fees, travel = student responsibility (seek additional aid/scholarships)
  • Matched school may offer need-based aid to supplement, but not guaranteed

Middlebury Highlights

  • Strong academics; small community (≈ 2800 students)
  • Emphasis on languages & study-abroad (renowned summer language schools)
  • Tight alumni network; supportive campus environment ideal for focus & connection

Miscellaneous FAQs

  • May decline Posse offer at any stage—communicate promptly; seat then offered to alternate
  • Extracurricular section: “brag” freely; showcase breadth of interests—no single cohesive theme required
  • Three-two programs & non-partner continuations: inquire directly with Posse HQ for funding specifics