by Kathleen M. You selected your dream school, you applied and …. wait list! Now what? If this school is still the school you want, now is the time to refocus your energy and writing skill and send a letter of continued interest (if the school has asked for one, or as long as they didn’t say don’t write!). What are some tips you should know for writing a waitlist
by Jennifer L. Being placed on a college waitlist can feel like being in limbo – you’re not in, but you’re not out either. Understanding the timeline and process for waitlist decisions can help ease the uncertainty and prepare you for the next steps. This timing can vary depending on the institution. Most colleges begin addressing their college waitlist decisions after May 1st, which is the national enrollment deadline. By
by Jennifer L. Receiving a college waitlist notification from an institution can be both frustrating and hopeful. Recognize that being waitlisted is not a rejection! It means the admissions committee sees the potential in your application, but needs to wait to make final decisions. While the continued uncertainty is challenging, there are a few steps and 3 tips you can take to navigate the situation effectively. Tip 1: Follow Instructions
The envelopes have arrived in the mail. Heart pounding, you open one and scan the first lines of the letter, only to feel a wave of disappointment as you realize…you’ve been waitlisted. What can you do, if you’ve been waitlisted for a college? The following articles from U.S. News and World Report, the Huffington Post, and Time offer valuable techniques for handling the waitlist. First, take a deep breath. You
