SDSU Waitlist Acceptance Rate?

Hey there, I got waitlisted at SDSU and I'm feeling kind of anxious about my chances. Does anyone know the acceptance rate for people on the waitlist? Any advice on what I can do to improve my chances would be really appreciated. Thank you!

Hey! I understand how nerve-wracking it can be to be placed on a waitlist. As for the waitlist acceptance rate at SDSU, it can vary greatly from year to year depending on the number of admitted students who decide to enroll, and the enrollment goals of the university for that particular year. Due to this unpredictability, it's hard to provide a specific acceptance rate for waitlisted applicants at SDSU. However, you should be aware that unfortunately the rate is generally quite low, around or even under 10%.

However, there are a few things you can do to improve your chances:

1. Confirm your interest: Make sure you've confirmed your spot on the waitlist by the deadline mentioned in your waitlist letter. If you don't accept your spot on the waitlist, SDSU will not reconsider your application even if spots open up.

2. Write a Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI): Send a focused and heartfelt letter to the admissions office, expressing your enthusiasm for SDSU and reiterating why you believe it's the best fit for you. You'll also want to update them on any recent achievements, like improved grades, awards, or new extracurricular activities. A well-written LOCI should be concise and relevant, and can demonstrate your genuine interest, without sounding desperate. For more information on how to write a strong LOCI, check out this blog post from CollegeVine: https://blog.collegevine.com/deferred-or-waitlisted-tips-for-writing-a-letter-of-continued-interest/.

3. Stay in touch with the admissions office: While SDSU does not officially factor demonstrated interest into their admissions decisions, politely following up with the admissions office periodically can be another way of subtly showing your continued interest in SDSU and commitment to attending if accepted.

While it's essential to do everything you can to present your best self and improve your chances, also make sure to have a backup plan in place. You'll want to commit to another institution by May 1st, just in case you don't get in off the waitlist at SDSU. If you are ultimately accepted, you can withdraw your commitment, although keep in mind that you will likely lose your enrollment deposit.

Stay open-minded about your other college options, as many students get waitlisted at one of their top choices but end up having a full, enriching experience at another institution. And if your college experience doesn't end up being what you had hoped for, submitting a transfer application to SDSU is always an option as well.

Overall, remember to stay positive and be prepared for any outcome. Good luck!