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Can Facebook really hurt you in the admission process?

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Yes, but is it likely? Probably not.  HOWEVER, the possibility is always there.  Anything and everything on the web is public.  Just ask Tiger Woods how private his text messages are!  Inappropriate postings of photos, experiences, etc can damage your chances for jobs, colleges, and anything and everything else.

Take for instance the Division 1 Athlete I worked with who posted photos beer ponging.  Did he/she get into their first choice schools?  No.  Was it because of Facebook?  Maybe.

Don’t put anything online that you don’t want an admission rep, boss, parent, or future roommate or partner to see!

Check out Inside the Admission Office for their answers!  And another source is Facebook, My Space and College Admissions.

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