Call office of Admissions after applying?

[aano285]

Does anyone know if it's a good idea to call the office of admissions after you've applied?
What are the benefits/detriments?

Do you look like a pest or like an extremely interested candidate??

[indyguy7484]

Unless you have reason to call them I wouldn't.  Most schools will notify you when you go complete, or if you're missing documents, etc.

[UNAS]

i have heard on more than one occasion an applicant going to their top schools and having impromptu meetings with asst dean or dean of admissions to plead their case

[A.]

Those people are stupid.  I would ding them.