1. Understand Your Deferral Letter • Review the Letter Carefully: Check if the school outlines additional materials or updates they’d like to receive. • Clarify Questions: If unclear, contact the admissions office for guidance on next steps. 2. Reflect on Your Application • Identify Strengths and Weaknesses: Think critically about what you can improve (e.g., test scores, essays, extracurricular achievements). • Seek Feedback: consult with a counselor or teacher on improvements you can make in your applicatiln 3. Update the School • Write a Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI): • Reaffirm your commitment to the school and why it remains your top choice. • Highlight any significant achievements or updates since submitting your application. • Be Concise and Genuine: Avoid repeating information already in your application. 4. Strengthen Your Application • Academic Improvements: • Share updated grades, especially if they demonstrate upward trends. • Retake standardized tests if you believe you can improve. • New Achievements: • Include any awards, leadership roles, or projects completed after applying. 5. Secure Additional Recommendations • Ask for New Letters: From a teacher, coach, or supervisor who can provide fresh perspectives on your abilities or character. 6. Apply to Other Schools • Diversify Your Options: Focus on applying to schools with Regular Decision deadlines. • Prioritize Fit: Consider schools where your profile aligns well with their admissions criteria. 7. Stay Engaged • Continue Extracurriculars: Stay active in your activities to show consistency and growth. Maximize your impact and showcase that in any updates. 8. Maintain Communication (Strategically) • Avoid Over-Communicating: Don’t overwhelm the admissions office with excessive updates. • Be Timely: Send updates and your LOCI in a reasonable timeframe (typically January-February for most schools). 9. Seek Guidance • Work with a Counselor: Discuss strategies to improve your application and explore other college options. • Join Peer Forums: Connect with others who’ve experienced deferrals for advice and support. 10. Stay Positive and Focused • Remember, Deferral is Not Rejection: Many deferred applicants are ultimately accepted. • Celebrate Your Efforts: Appreciate the progress you’ve made and trust the process.
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