Cornell Decision Day: What to expect?

Hey everyone! So Cornell Decision Day is coming up soon, and I'm honestly pretty nervous about it. What can I expect on that day and is there anything I should do to prepare myself? Thanks in advance!

Hey! I totally understand the nerves leading up to Cornell Decision Day. Here's what you can expect and some tips to help you prepare yourself:

1. Decision Notification: Cornell will release decisions through their application portal, usually in the late afternoon or evening (Eastern Time) on the decision day. Make sure you know your login credentials to the portal and have them handy.

2. Keep Yourself Occupied: It's natural to feel anxious on decision day, so try to keep yourself busy with other activities, like your schoolwork, hobbies, or spending time with friends and family. This will help take your mind off the decision for a while and make the waiting a little easier.

3. Be Prepared for Any Outcome: Remember that admissions decisions can go three ways - acceptance, rejection, or waitlist. It's important to mentally prepare for any of these outcomes and remind yourself that one decision doesn't define your worth or abilities.

4. Have a Support System: Share your feelings with friends or family members who understand what you're going through. They can be your emotional support, no matter what the outcome is.

5. Celebrate or Reflect: If you're accepted, don't be shy about celebrating your accomplishment with your loved ones! However, if you're rejected or waitlisted, give yourself some time to process your feelings and reflect on your other college options. It's essential to remember that many successful people didn't attend their first-choice college, and you can thrive wherever you end up.

6. Plan Your Next Steps: Once you know your Cornell decision, start planning for the next steps. If you're accepted or waitlisted, research Cornell's admitted students events, deadlines for enrollment, and financial aid (if applicable). If you're not accepted, shift your focus to other schools you are admitted to, revisit your options, and attend their admitted students events to figure out your best fit.

Overall, be gentle with yourself and remember there are many paths to success. Good luck, and I hope your decision day is a positive one!