Brown Waitlist

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Checklist for students pursuing a waitlist offer:
(Reminder: Even when pursuing a waitlist, by May 1st you must commit to your top choice among the schools to which you were admitted.)
Return waitlist reply card(s) immediately.
Send a brief letter to the admission office informing them of your continued interest.
If possible, address it to the admission officer who reads for your region (this can be found on college websites or by calling the admission office directly).
If you would attend if admitted, tell them that directly; if you’re not sure, find language that is strong and positive without making promises you may not be able to keep.
Remember, the fact that you have been placed on the waiting list means that the admission committee is already confident in your ability to succeed at the college. Therefore, keep the tone light and use the correspondence as an opportunity to reiterate why the college is a good match.
If you have a close connection with a professor, coach or alumnus/a from the college or university where you have been placed on the waitlist, follow up with that person. Be sure to reiterate your continued interest in the college so that he or she can follow up in the manner that they deem best. Be discerning—too many extra letters could have a negative impact.
A few weeks after your initial letter goes out, send a final note reaffirming your interest in joining the class.
Keep your college advisor/guidance counselor informed of all the steps you have taken.

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