Chances for ED1 deferral

Papa_Chicken
Tue, 19 Dec 2006 13:25:54 +0000

s07-- well, I’d say the majority of ED1’s were deferred…misery loves company! But I suspect the sting is still too fresh for many to post. My S was deferred also, & I know of one other deferred student from our area…we thought she was a recruited athlete, but guess not or perhaps was but didn’t make the academic bar.

without some inside info, I don’t think we’ll learn much more here regarding chances…just figure that, statistically speaking, your chances are no better than all other RDers…say 20%…but there may be some mitigation because you chose Midd as #1…that fact may work as a tie breaker, but I suspect no more.

I suggest, as I have suggested with my S, to put some real effort into finding some other schools that fit you, if you already haven’t…they are definitely out there, & put your all into the applications. After your ap’s are in, I’d take Dean Clagett up on his deferral letter words should any goods news come your way between now and March or so: “you should feel free to send us any new information that may help us in our evaluation of your candidacy.” Showing continued interest (IF you are still truly interested), especially in the face of disappointment, can only clarify your true self to Middlebury, for better or for worse. From my gray-haired vantage point, putting your all into it, regardless of outcome, is ultimately the most important thing to do.

Good luck s07 & congrats to all of you that made it.