<p>1) No. You will hear back at the same time as everyone else. There is no other notification date.</p>
<p>2) Yes, it is. They really defer students because they want to see them again. They would not defer you if they weren’t interested in you.</p>
<p>3) Do: send an update letter when you get your 1st semester grades, and have your guidance counselor send those grades in. Update them on any recent accomplishments, and reiterate how you’re a great match for Brown.
Do not: send excessive numbers of letters, or send any new materials that aren’t asked for.</p>