Hey everyone! I recently got waitlisted at one of my top choice schools. Does anyone know the general chances of ultimately being accepted after being placed on the waitlist? I know it varies from school to school, but any ballpark figures would be greatly appreciated!
Hey there! Congrats on being waitlisted at one of your top choice schools! You are absolutely right that the chances of being accepted from the waitlist can vary significantly from school to school. In general, schools tend to admit anywhere from 0-100% of their waitlist in a given year. However, the average acceptance rate seems to hover around 20-30% for many schools.
There are several factors that can influence your chances of getting off the waitlist, including the number of students who accept their initial offers of admission, school-specific yield rates, and the needs of the institution during that particular year.
In order to improve your chances of being accepted from the waitlist, it's crucial to express your interest and submit any requested information or updates in a timely manner. You can also consider writing a short letter of continued interest to the admissions office, reiterating your interest in the school and highlighting any new accomplishments or developments in your application. Remember, though, that there are no guarantees, so it's equally important to have a backup plan in case you don't ultimately get accepted off the waitlist.
In the meantime, you may want to look for any statistics or reports from your specific school about waitlist acceptance rates in previous years. This can give you a better sense of what to expect for your particular situation.
Best of luck, and I hope you get some positive news soon!
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