Ask HN: What are some tips for getting into top Computer Science colleges?

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I am currently working on getting into a top school (Columbia University) to get a degree in Computer Science. I am an entrepreneur and web developer with a startup I am about to launch. I also have created a website to help students memorize. Any tips on how to make myself look more wanted to the college?

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Do you want to appear more wanted by other colleges, or would you like Columbia to want you? Consider taking a professional writing course.

Also, if you're an entrepreneur, what do you expect to learn at university? If you have the inclination and drive to actually launch a startup then you may be better off with self directed learning. Just make sure you cover the boring(to the uninitiated!) bits.

Yeah I would want Columbia to want me more. I have definitely considered self directed learning (and would much prefer to do that), but I think it is very important to have that piece of paper to get a job if I ever need to.

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