Deferral...What Does It Mean And What Can My Student Do?
Most colleges will release their early decision and early action results by December 15th which means students could get admissions results in just a few weeks. It is important to know what all the possible outcomes could be and what they mean for students. In this blog, we will review the basics of what it means to be deferred and what students can do moving forward as they try to secure a spot at their top-tier Ivy League university choice.
In short, a deferral means the college wants to review your application again with the regular decision pool of applicants. This may feel like a rejection, but it’s important to remember that a deferral does not necessarily mean a denial of admission. It doesn’t mean that there is anything wrong with your application. Having your application deferred means that your application is still strong enough to be considered by the admissions committee seriously and you still have a chance to gain admission. There are several things students who have been deferred can do to stand out from the crowd:
Follow the instructions in the deferral letter. Some colleges may ask you to write a letter to confirm your interest, which is another opportunity to express why you feel the college is a good fit for you
Reach out to the admissions office. Keep communications positive, upbeat, and hopeful, no matter how disappointed you feel. If you are absolutely sure that you would attend the college if accepted in the regular decision round, say so
Send an update on your midterm accomplishments, for example, grades showing an upward swing, awards, or new projects and activities inside or outside of the classroom
Arrange for another letter of recommendation
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