Waitlist accepted for fall 2013?

Colleges & Universities University of Michigan
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<p>Hi</p>

<p>I was wondering if there was anyone on the UM waitlist for this year who received an email telling them that while there was no more room in this year’s entering freshman class, they would be accepted for fall of 2013 as a transfer. I got this email and am wondering if it is a common thing? Was this done in past years? The email basically said that they would be “happy to accept you as a sophomore transfer in fall of 2013”. I need to maintain a 3.0 and at least 30 credits. It said I wouldn’t actually have to reapply again and had to let them know if I am interested in this offer by email.</p>

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<p>That is very interesting, I have not seen that before. I’m curious to see what everyone else’s response is.</p>

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<p>Wow UMich starting guaranteed transfer that’s interesting wonder how it will affect transfer admissions in the future is this is true</p>

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<p>@UOFMTRANSFER1 - I sure as hell hope it does not effect it. I am applying for Winter 2013 admission :’(</p>

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<p>@albo23 it looks like they want 30 credits so i’m guessing their looking for Sophomore fall transfers so you should be okay for winter</p>

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<p>That is a new development. I know Cornell does it, but I did not know Michigan did it. Very interesting.</p>

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<p>Harvard also offers the “Z List” for candidates that Dean Fitzimmons wants to be accepted but can’t since there is no more space left in the entering class, so they are just deferred to the next year as long as they meet some basic requirement at whatever college they initially matriculate at.</p>

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<p>This is the exact email in case anyone wanted to see it. If you’re wondering, after receiving a notification of being waitlisted, i sent a letter to show continued interest.</p>

<p>Dear __________:</p>

<p>Thank you for your willingness to be on our extended waitlist for the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. You are a very accomplished student and, we believe, would be successful at the University of Michigan.</p>

<p>Unfortunately, we have now met our enrollment goals. I am sorry to have to tell you that we do not have sufficient space to be able to offer you freshman admission for Fall 2012.</p>

<p>But can we keep the conversation going? If you are still passionate about the University of Michigan, we would be happy to accept you as a sophomore level transfer to the University (rather than the typical junior level transfer). You would not need to fill out the application again, although we do ask that you maintain a “3.0” grade point average or higher while enrolled in transferable courses at another college during the 2012-2013 academic year (12-15 credit hours each semester).</p>

<p>You can get the ball rolling by contacting us by email at ______________. If you think that this option is for you, please let us know no later than February 1, 2013 so that we have time to process the necessary paperwork. </p>

<p>We thank you for your strong interest in the University of Michigan, and wish you the best as you pursue your educational goals.</p>

<p>Sincerely,</p>

<p>Theodore L. Spencer
Associate Vice Provost and Executive Director</p>

<p>Still wondering if this offer was extended to anyone else on cc. Also would anyone have an idea as to any implications this would have on financial aid I would receive if i go though with the offer?</p>

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<p>Wow, that’s actually a very sensible thing for them to do, and congrats (if you still want it…;)</p>

<p>In your shoes, I would tell them I am interested but could not commit until I received an estimated financial aid package. </p>

<p>Best wishes, and thanks for sharing!</p>

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<p>Wow, that is cool. My son transferred after Freshman year and had to do the whole application over. This is a good idea and I am glad they are offering it. For those who have their heart set of Michigan it would work out well.</p>