Class of 2025, if you applied early decision or early action, you’ll be hearing back from your schools very soon! And, students who applied rolling, you may have already received news. There are a few steps for you to take once you have a decision:
ACCEPTED: Congratulations, you’ve been accepted!
Early decision is binding.
- Send in your non-refundable deposit by the school’s required due date to confirm your intention to enroll in the Class of 2025.
- Remember to withdraw all your other applications so you’re not holding a spot that can be offered to another student.
- Check your email daily because you’ll be receiving notifications relating to housing, medical and health forms, registration for special programs for admitted students as well as invitations to special events that may require your response.
Early action is not binding.
- Send your deposit and secure your spot in the class of 2025 if you’re certain this is the school for you. Although not required, it’s considerate to other applicants to withdraw your applications to other schools.
- If you’re not sure this is the school for you or need to evaluate your financial aid offers, leave your options open. Wait until you’ve received your other admissions decisions before committing to a school.
Rolling admission is not binding.
- You are not required to respond until the school’s due date, so confirm the deadline for sending in your deposit.
- Unless you’re sure this is the school for you, complete your other applications and send them in on time.
DEFERRED: You’re still in the game.
- If your early decision school is truly your first choice, communicate that thought to your admission rep by letter, sending it both by snail mail and email. Tell them why this is your top school and offer to provide any additional information they may want to further support your application.
- Share your news with your guidance counselor and ask him/her to reach out to your admissions rep to speak on your behalf if, in fact, this is your top priority school.
- Finish your other applications.
Each school only has a limited number of spots for each incoming class. So, receiving a deferral or rejection does nor necessarily mean you’re not qualified.
For those of you who have committed to a school, remember to reach out and thank your teachers and counselors, and anyone else who has supported you in your college bound process. A note is a nice way to convey your appreciation. Also, keep in mind acceptances are conditional on maintaining your grades throughout senior year, so remain focused.