sdchargers

I was waitlisted by Cal Poly SLO for mechanical engineering. I mailed letters about my desire to go there, extracurriculars/work/awards (not available to put on the application), and my knowledge of drafting computer programs. One letter went to the admissions office, and the other to the dean of engineering. I'll asked them to contact me so I can meet with them, but they have not called me since I mailed the letters a week ago, should I call them or is it just the snail mail? Opinions?

kp.eric

This is sort of an appeal. The letter from Santa Clara University said that appeal letters wouldn't start being read until mid-May. I'm guessing it would be similar. Hope this helps.

08mom

My daughter is also waitlisted @ CalPoly SLO for Aeronautical Engineering. It is my understanding that they will not accept any letters or other documentation for an appeal. Let us know what you find out.

sdchargers

its not an appeal, its trying to get off the waitlist

08mom

I talked to CalPoly SLO Admissions today & they said if you send an email or letter to their office saying their school is your 1st choice, they will move your name up the waitlist. This was news to me, because I was told previously there is no "ranking" on their waitlist. So, here's hoping we can get off the waitlist & into the school! Although, housing will probably be off-campus at this point from what we've heard.

sdchargers

for housing: they guarantee housing for freshman so no worries there

timeisticking

I emailed the admissions advisor asking him what I should do in for an appeal.
I gave him the reason that Cal Poly is my top choice. He sent the email to someone else and two weeks later, I recieved news I was accepted. =] Just like what 08mom said.

Cali Trumpet

^ What major? My friend (waitlisted) got a letter today that said her major was full and they were glad she applied anyways. ;/